"The industry has spent decades telling talent to be genuine, build trust, and create authentic relationships with listeners. Yet when those same qualities extend beyond sports and into the realities of the business itself, they can suddenly be viewed as liabilities instead of strengths."
"Women's Sports Sundays reflects ESPN's continued commitment to giving fans a dedicated destination for the biggest matchups, brightest stars and most compelling stories across women's sports."
"As we move closer to the Women’s World Cup in 2027, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the conversation and celebrate the continued rise of women’s soccer and women’s sports."
"What ESPN is betting on isn’t a one-for-one trade in raw audience. It’s momentum. It’s trajectory. It’s cultural currency. Women’s sports are no longer a novelty — they are appointment viewing for a growing, younger, and more engaged audience."
“This collaboration is about more than just broadcasting matches—it’s about amplifying the voices, energy and passion that make Seattle soccer so special.”
"NWSL on ION experienced significant success last season, amassing more than 3.6 million hours of viewing across free ad-supported television (FAST) channels"
"The industry has spent decades telling talent to be genuine, build trust, and create authentic relationships with listeners. Yet when those same qualities extend beyond sports and into the realities of the business itself, they can suddenly be viewed as liabilities instead of strengths."
"I, somehow, have been able to survive and adapt. My career is full of different chapters. Every one of those chapters, I never really knew if I’d make it out of it."