Kelley Piper In this weekly series, I will be highlighting a player from the weekend who was their respective team’s unsung hero, win, lose
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Portland Thorns FC Forward Tyler Lussi Suspended and Fined
Portland Thorns FC Forward Tyler Lussi has been suspended and fined after the NWSL disciplinary committee reviewed an incident between her and Chicago Red
Off the Bench with Backline Soccer: 2017, Week 16
Backline Soccer Recap: Euro’s Final Set – Allison Cary recaps the Euro’s semi-final matches. The View from the Sideline: Chicago Red Stars vs Orlando
The Unused Sub: August In Kansas Is A Hot Seat?
Kelley Piper Hi. UNPOPULAR… BUT SURELY A PROVOCATIVE OPINION Most of the time I look past whenever people are playing the occasional hashtag game
Many Happy Returns: NWSL Power Rankings, Week 15 Edition
The National Women’s Soccer League returned to action after an international break, and it certainly did not disappoint. With the Euros wrapping up, the
Euro’s Final Set
On Thursday, the 2017 Women’s Euro played their two quarterfinal matches. It was Denmark vs. Austria in the first match and the Netherlands vs.
The Unused Sub: Hey, We’re Back
As I write this, the Pacific Northwest is in the middle of a crazy heat wave. It’s hot in the room I am typing
Reign-ing Goals in the Emerald City: NWSL Power Rankings, Week 14 Edition
The National Women’s Soccer League has produced a number of highlights in its five seasons, and fans were treated to one of the most
Off the Bench with Backline Soccer: 2017, Week 14
Backline Soccer Recap: The Unknown International: Amandine Henry – Allison Carey takes a look at French international Amandine Henry in her debut piece. Amber
The Unused Sub: More Than A Feeling With Boston
First and foremost, a big thanks to my Backline Soccer colleagues for wishing me a happy birthday last week. AS I TOOK ANOTHER STEP
The Unknown International: Amandine Henry
The NWSL may be the American women’s soccer league, but some of their strongest players come from all around the world. This series will
Off the Bench with Backline Soccer: 2017, Week 13
Backline Soccer Recap: The View From The Sideline: Washington Spirit Vs Orlando Pride: 7/8 – Kelly Piper zooms in on the Spirit and Pride
Unsung Hero of the Week: Dynamic Dash Duo
In this weekly series, I will be highlighting a player from the weekend who was their respective team’s unsung hero, win or lose. A
6 Takeaways from NWSL: Week 12
Well, faithful followers, it has been quite the week in WoSo, hasn’t it? From the nail-biting 12-minute score-a-thon from Sam Kerr to Carli Lloyd’s
A European Holiday: The NWSL in the Euros
With the European Championship fast approaching, NWSL teams have seen players leave to attend pre-tournament camps with their national teams. All in all, there
Off the Bench with Backline Soccer: 2017, Week 12
Image Credits: Leanne Keator Backline Soccer Recap: A History of Highs and Lows In Allocations In The NWSL: RJ Allen takes a look at
The Unused Sub: Women On Fire
Next week is my birthday. So here’s to me getting old. SO ABOUT JERSEY & SEATTLE Sam Kerr and Megan Rapinoe are beyond on
Megan Rapinoe Goes Super Saiyan: NWSL Power Rankings, Week 11 Edition
The National Women’s Soccer League officially hit the midseason mark in Week 11, with highlights including one of the best single week performances in
Off the Bench with Backline Soccer: 2017, Week 11
Image Credits: Elizabeth Wawrzyniak Backline Soccer Recap: The View from the Sideline: Washington Spirit vs the Portland Thorns: Kelly Piper shows off her photography skills with
Unsung Hero of the Week: Solaun Shines Again
In this weekly series, I will be highlighting a player from the weekend who was their respective team’s unsung hero, win or lose. A