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Podcast: Off the Woodwork
Episode: Trinity Rodman and the NWSL’s Next Step
Description: Trinity Rodman’s new contract with the Washington Spirit is more than a star re-signing — it’s a statement about where the National Women's Soccer League is headed. In this segment, we break down why it mattered that the league and the Spirit found a way to keep one of the game’s most important players at home, including the flexibility shown to make the deal work.
We also look at Rodman’s impact on the field and on the broader U.S. soccer landscape, and why her presence elevates competition, visibility, and ambition across the league. Finally, we zoom out to the...