Despite being in their first year in existence, the San Diego Wave find themselves currently tied for the NWSL lead in points. Playing a role in that success is LA native and Mexican international Katie Johnson. Mostly utilized as a super-sub, Johnson's playmaking abilities often provide a spark of energy on the pitch for the Wave.

She joins the Urban Pitch podcast to discuss her experience growing up in Los Angeles (01:32), playing at USC and winning a national championship, (06:16), the vibes in the San Diego Wave locker room and being on top of the NWSL table (13:13), the Wave-Angel City FC rivalry (16:25), the Growth of the NWSL and future milestones she'd like to see reached (21:40), her fashion sense and a push to get San Diego on the pregame outfit runway trend (26:34), college memories off the pitch at USC (32:08), her experiences with the Mexican national team (35:00), her high school experience, and a personal connection to the Washed-Up Crew (39:50), before taking on Julio's hot seat round.

This podcast was supported by Bet Online.

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla & Julio Monterroza

Producer: Roy Cho

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