Should we tailor training based on menstrual cycles? Are ACL tears more common during an athlete’s period? Dr. Kirsty Elliott-Sale, Professor of Female Endocrinology and Exercise Physiology, and Head of the Centre of Excellence for Women in Sport, joins Sarah to discuss the biggest misconceptions about female physiology in sport science and coaching, the connection between menstrual cycles and performance, and the push to understand why women athletes suffer more ACL injuries. 

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England national team and Chelsea left back Niamh Charles joins Sarah to talk burying her penalty kick en route to the Lionesses’ European championship trophy and the epic celebrations that followed. She also gives a pro’s breakdown of the club and country landscape across the pond, raves about Chelsea teammate Naomi Girma and explains why her family is always partying without her. Plus, results from the U.S. Gymnastics Championships, USA Lacrosse wins gold, and the PWHL partners up with an American icon and a Canadian staple. 

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Washington Spirit goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury joins Sarah to discuss the NWSL forwards who strike the most fear in her heart, her goals for the second half of the season, and growing up a twin. Plus, hoops and footy records fall, one PWHL player breaks the salary record, and – per the Valkyries – birds ARE real.

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• Watch Aubrey Kingsbury switch place with her twin Amber as part of a prank here

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Big Citrus unites to discuss the sudden firing of North Carolina Courage head coach Sean Nahas, and how the WNBA's Dildo-Gate went from feeling like a harmless joke to something more. Plus, FIFA and the LPGA crown new World No. 1s, the Winter Olympics are creepin’ up on us, and the 'Stics stay busy at the trade deadline.

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• Watch the new docuseries on Diana Taurasi here 

• The Canadian Open results can be found here 

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USWNT and Gotham FC midfielder Rose Lavelle joins Sarah to discuss her return to play after ankle surgery, how being sidelined helped her become a better teammate, her iconic pupper Wilma Jean Wrinkles, and the hilarious reason she celebrates September 20th every year.

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NWSL star and USWNT up-and-comer Ally Sentnor joins Sarah not once – but twice! – to discuss her big trade from the Utah Royals to the Kansas City Current, playing for Emma Hayes, dropping out of college soccer (but not college), and what it’s like to share a hometown with the famed Mewis sisters. Plus, the volleyball landscape becomes slightly less confusing, infuriating takes from the WNBA peanut gallery, and one baby really rises to the occasion.

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• Read the Front Office Sports story about the Connecticut Sun sale here

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Olympic gold medalist turned gymnastics analyst Laurie Hernandez joins Sarah to talk about gaining confidence behind the mic, what it’s like watching the sport she once dominated, and who she’s most excited to see at this week’s U.S. Gymnastics Championships. (This interview properly salutes and then sticks the landing—if we do say so ourselves!) Plus, a hometown champ is crowned in France, a baby bump reveal that left us in awe, and a reminder that even in these dark times schools still have to comply with Title IX. 

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• Check out Odicci Alexander-Bennett’s TikTok pregnancy announcement here

• Read Sportico’s story on Stephen F. Austin’s Title IX suit here

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WNBA reporters and podcast hosts Myles Ehrlich and Owen Pence join Sarah to discuss what it’s really like to cover women’s sports for independent sites, their Brooklyn bromance, and dealing with fake news in the WNBA media landscape. Plus, the potential challenges of moving the object at the center of the solar system, the NWSL’s blockbuster return, and flying sex toys have an official spokesperson. 

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• Watch Ally Sentnor's airport reunion with Claire Hutton here 

• Read Nikki Hiltz’s comments about the new World Athletics policy here

• Check out the cute Instagram photos of Charley Hull - then & now - here 

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Racing Louisville teammates Emma Sears and Savannah DeMelo join Sarah to discuss their team’s recent trip to Brazil, their goals for the second half of the NWSL season, their experiences playing for the USWNT, and a Louisville favorite that’s somehow flown under their radar. Plus, a WNBA Finals rematch (and preview?!), we remind ourselves how to watch soccer, and we get out the cake and candles for Misha’s birthday. 

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Two-time Olympian, author, and analyst Kara Goucher joins Sarah to preview this weekend’s U.S. Track & Field Championships, share her reaction to the news that marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich tested positive for a banned substance, and talk about the bravery required to write her book and call out cheating and abuse in her sport. Plus, the LPGA’s elite hit the links in the UK, two beloved players from different sports are back in action, and the WNBA gets a neon green surprise.

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