In this episode, LDG interviews Carolina Ascent and Puerto Rican WNT fullback Jill Aguilera. Jill starred at the collegiate level with Arizona, scoring 33 goals over the seasons she played with the Wildcats. At the professional level, Jill has played in both the Ganbridge Super League and NWSL, with the Carolina Ascent and Chicago Stars, respectively. Last season, Jill starred with the Ascent in the attacking fullback role, leading the league in assists and winning both the Defender of the Year + Golden Playmaker awards. She is now returning to the Ascent for a second year to avenge their semifinal playoff loss and seek out back-to-back Shield victories. She also plays for the Puerto Rican National Team.

In this interview, we discuss her experience as a rookie in the NWSL, what the Charlotte community means to her, the influence of her national team's success at the Gold Cup, and more. In addition, we talk about her success within Poole's system, why she decided to return to the Ascent ahead of this season, and the club's ambitious goals for the 2025/26 season.

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