Podcast

Boots on the Ground

Soccer, Sports

USWNT focused podcast where we will follow the current and future player pool through club performances, roster call ups, and national team games.

Episodes
56
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
1 hr 5 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
1 week ago

Episodes

56 episodes, newest first

  1. #55: Power Rankings, Big Boards and Rosters for Brazil

    Episode 55

    Show notes

    Ryan is back to help break down all the recent rankings and we discuss who we would currently bring to Brazil next summer on our quest for a fifth star. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
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    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    54 min
  2. #54: USWNT vs. Spain: Autopsy and Afterthoughts

    Episode 54

    Show notes

    Full review of both Spain games. What went wrong? Should we embrace our year of arrogance? How nice is it to have Mal Swanson back? If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
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    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 52 min
  3. #53: September & Sanchez Season

    Episode 53

    Show notes

    With our October camp looming, we check in on injuries and all the recent action. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
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    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 14 min
  4. #52: USWNT Forwards Before October Camp

    Episode 52

    Show notes

    Vince and Tara go through our USWNT Forwards and see how they've been doing with our eyes set towards October Camp. Plus they plead their case for a new (or newish) call-up. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
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    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 21 min
  5. #51: Midseason Rundown

    Episode 51

    Show notes

    Vince returns for Midseason NWSL Check-in, Injury updates and overall woso chit chat. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
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    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 16 min
  6. #50: NWSL Trades & Rumors

    Episode 50

    Show notes

    Ranking all the NWSL trades and rumors over this summer break. Ally Sentnor moves to LA, Gotham keeping busy and USWNT will face Spain in October. Welcome back WOSO! If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
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    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 8 min
  7. #49: USWNT vs. Brazil (Game 2)

    Episode 49

    Show notes

    Vince and Tara reunite to talk about our second game against Brazil. Celebrate card-apolooza and theatrics, while also winning a soccer game. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 26 min
  8. #48: USWNT vs. Brazil (Game 1)

    Episode 48

    Show notes

    Ryan joins Tara to discuss the good (very little), the bad and the ugly in our first game against Brazil. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 2 min
  9. #47: June Roster Reactions

    Episode 47

    Show notes

    Vince and Tara bask in the glory of Triple Espresso returning, plus talk through the rest of the roster. Technical difficulties at the end. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    38 min
  10. #46: NWSL Educated Guesses

    Episode 46

    Show notes

    Vince is back to talk through some NWSL predictions, protein, and our upcoming trip to Brazil. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 9 min
  11. #45: Closing Out April

    Episode 45

    Show notes

    Greg Velasquez joins to celebrate a successful April Camp, and recap Game 3 of the series. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
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    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    47 min
  12. #44: USWNT vs. Japan (Game 2)

    Episode 44

    Show notes

    Ryan joins the pod to talk through Phallon oopsies, Avery attacking and Tierna's return. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 5 min
  13. #43: USWNT vs. Japan (Game 1)

    Episode 43

    Show notes

    Ascots, Gisele Thompson's positioning, goals from Rose and Lindsey and more! If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

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    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 16 min
  14. #42: The Very Big and Important April Roster Reaction

    Episode 42

    Show notes

    Tara and Vince come back to discuss our most important Roster in over a year, plus give 5 must watch items. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    36 min
  15. #41: NWSL Catch-Up

    Episode 41

    Show notes

    Tara and Vince catch up on NWSL news, with goals from Ally Sentnor, Olivia Moultrie, and more. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 9 min
  16. #40: USWNT vs. Canada (SheBelieves Game 2)

    Episode 40

    Show notes

    Tara and Vince break down our 1-0 win against Canada. A goal from Ally, rust from Rose and Trinity and lots to (she)believe in. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

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    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    59 min
  17. #39: USWNT vs. Argentina (SheBelieves Game 1)

    Episode 39

    Show notes

    Ryan, friend of the pod, joins Tara to break down the first game of SheBelieves, goals from Heaps and Shaw and what we hope to see vs. Canada.
    If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr 6 min
  18. #38: SheBelieves and More (Rosters, News, Etc.)

    Episode 38

    Show notes

    A few tangents but we get to the point: our 2026 SheBelieves Roster. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

    Boots on the Ground on Twitter

    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    47 min
  19. #37: USWNT vs. Paraguay

    Episode 37

    Show notes

    Tara and Vince go through our 6-0 win against Paraguay. Lots of goals and roster speculation. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
    and download all of our podcasts.

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    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    1 hr
  20. #36: January Roster Reaction

    Episode 36

    Show notes

    Chris Armas, Tara Rudd, Riley Jackson and more! If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Patreon! By doing so,
    you help support our podcast and independent journalism in women's
    sports. Subscribing will give you access to ad-free episodes, additional
    content, and access to the Scuffed Discord. Don't forget to subscribe
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    Boots on the Ground on Bluesky

    Music Credit:

    Music By—Chris Morrow 4 @chris-morrow-3

    https://soundcloud.com/chris-morrow-3

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    33 min