Blogs - Women's Professional Soccer

Short lists for FIFA World Player awards revealed.

Official Page. Who will be honoured with the title of FIFA World Player and FIFA Women's World Player for 2009? FIFA has today announced the names of the players on the short lists (see below) and the final decision will be made by the captains and head coaches of the men's and women's national teams. At the beginning of December, FIFA will announce the n… Continue

Added by Shannon Nicole;; on October 30, 2009 at 9:30am — 9 Comments

Rediscovering Passion

I wanted to discuss briefly the Red Stars this evening. Mostly I just wanted to say how pleased I am. Way less offsides, great attacking opportunities and we're starting to see players taking initiative. I saw Cristiane actually play the role of play maker tonight instead of a one-woman skills demo. Anyone who has been at a game at Toyota Park knows that the whole crowd collectively holds their breath when she touches the ball anywhere near the attacking third. I understand she was probably feel… Continue

Added by snipoppers16 on June 4, 2009 at 3:00am — 4 Comments

Caroline Jönsson Blog: Gänget!!

Caroline Jönsson was selected in the 4th round of the WPS International Draft. "Carre" is from Lund, Sweden and played for the Swedish National team and Malmö before joining the Red Stars. Read more about Carre or visit her blog at http://blogg.sydsvenskan.se/carre/ "Det har varit några härliga dagar med gänget! Det är tur att det är jag och Denise som är de sight seeing galna i vanliga fall. Det är vi som brukar dra runt de andra till kyrkor, parker museum osv. Eftersom båda vi bor här och stä… Continue

Added by Chicago Red Stars on May 21, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

Caroline Jönsson Blog: Bruuucccceeee!!!

Caroline Jönsson was selected in the 4th round of the WPS International Draft. "Carre" is from Lund, Sweden and played for the Swedish National team and Malmö before joining the Red Stars. Read more about Carre or visit her blog at http://blogg.sydsvenskan.se/carre/

"Vilken fantastisk konsert!! Det var en riktigt underbar upplevelse… Continue

Added by Chicago Red Stars on May 14, 2009 at 9:30am — 2 Comments

Caroline Jönsson Blog:Olika evenemang!

Caroline Jönsson was selected in the 4th round of the WPS International Draft. "Carre" is from Lund, Sweden and played for the Swedish National team and Malmö before joining the Red Stars. Read more about Carre or visit her blog at http://blogg.sydsvenskan.se/carre/

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Added by Chicago Red Stars on May 10, 2009 at 2:17pm — No Comments

Nikki Krzysik: First Day of Preseason

Nikki Krzsyik, a midfielder/defender from Clifton, NJ was drafted by the Chicago Red Stars as the 13th pick overall in the 2009 WPS Draft. Read her blog below and become her friend at: http://fancorner.womensprosoccer.com/profile/NikkiKrzysik

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Added by Chicago Red Stars on March 2, 2009 at 10:30am — 3 Comments

SERVE // ENTERTAIN // SUCCEED

Every now again I think to myself when did this happen? When did I become so engulfed in something that had already been such a big part of me? I guess you could say it was organic of sorts. From day one in this life of mine to the present there has always been one constant in my life, one frame of mind, frame of reference, and framed photo that provides me with joy, frustration, exhaustion, and elation like it always has. It even managed to lead me to a scho… Continue

Added by Pat McNamara on September 7, 2008 at 10:00pm — 4 Comments

Aug. 23: Kick Around the Park

Rampone considering Women's Professional Soccer Free Press News Services
U.S. women's soccer team enjoys golden status The Star-Ledger
Families savor a

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Added by WPS on August 23, 2008 at 5:25pm — No Comments

Analyzing the Games: An underdog’s masterpiece

By Graham Hays | Special to fans.womensprosoccer.com

(Aug. 22, 2008) - Women's soccer made its Olympic debut in Atlanta in 1996, Games made famous by the lasting image of Muhammad Ali igniting the Olympic torch. More than a decade… Continue

Added by WPS on August 22, 2008 at 5:22am — No Comments

Aug. 22: Kick Around the Park

Looking for more coverage of the USA's Gold Medal victory? Check out the Aug. 21 Night Cap Quote of the Day "As individuals, we weren't strong enough," Kate Markgraf said. "But as a team, we were." Story of the Day

Sitting on top of the world The Star-Ledger

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Aug. 20: Kick Around the Park

Quote of the Day "We’re pumped," Heather O'Reilly said about Thursday's Gold Medal Game. "We’ve played Brazil before and we know they’re a pretty awesome team with a lot of great personalities. But this team player for player is unified and strong, and we’re together. We’re looking forward to the game." Story of the Day

Minus its superstar, the U.S. is finding its new personalities McClatchy N

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Added by WPS on August 20, 2008 at 5:10am — No Comments

Analyzing the Games: Semis Review; Gold Medal Game Preview

By Graham Hays | Special to fans.womensprosoccer.com

(Aug. 19, 2008) -- Four is a number seared into a lot of memories after last fall's World Cup, making it fitting that a little less than a year after Brazil's 4-0 win against the… Continue

Added by WPS on August 19, 2008 at 4:55am — 1 Comment

Aug. 19: Kick Around the Park

Story of the Day Team USA takes road less traveled to final Yahoo! Sports Quote of the Day "There were a lot of different personalities out there, that's why we won tonight. Angela Hucles is a fantastic story. She has been one of the most important players in the team. When Abby Wambach went off injured, she was the player who helped the team a lo… Continue

Added by WPS on August 19, 2008 at 4:30am — No Comments

Aug. 17: Kick Around the Park

Quote of the Day “It was not one of my smartest decisions, especially after seeing (U.S. goalkeeper) Hope (Solo) break Brittany Timko’s ribs against Canada last night,” said Heather Mitts about her forays into the attack during the Olympic tournament. Story of the Day

U.S. faces a revitalized Japan for final berth ESPNSoccernet

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Added by WPS on August 17, 2008 at 5:39am — No Comments

Analyzing the Games: Saying Goodbye and Looking Ahead

By Graham Hays | Special to fans.womensprosoccer.com

(Aug. 16, 2008) -- The weather wasn't perfect in Shanghai, the field didn't look great in Tianjin and none of a handful of aspirants duplicated Cristiane's bicycle brilliance. Bu… Continue

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Aug. 16: Kick Around the Park

Quote of the Day "She's a different breed," Hope Solo said of Natasha Kai. "I don't know how they do it in Hawaii. She's a ball of energy, so people thrive off of it. She comes in, and sometimes she doesn't even have to touch the ball, she's celebrating and doing dances. The fans love it. It riles her team up. She's that kind of character for us." Story of the Day… Continue

Added by WPS on August 16, 2008 at 5:34am — No Comments

Aug. 14: Kick Around the Park

Quote of the Day "I think we have them at a pretty good time," Christine Sinclair said about facing the U.S. in the quarterfinals. "Obviously, it would be ideal to knock them out of the Olympics and not allow them to have a chance at winning a medal." Story of the Day

Canadians smell an upset in women's soccer Ottawa Sun

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Added by WPS on August 14, 2008 at 5:00am — No Comments

Analyzing the Games: Tuesday’s Highlights, Quarterfinal Previews

By Graham Hays | Special to fans.womensprosoccer.com

In her first game as coach of the United States Women’s National Team in January, Pia Sundhage came away with a 4-0 win against Canada in Guangzhou, China. After eight months and… Continue

Added by WPS on August 13, 2008 at 4:48am — No Comments

Aug. 13: Kick Around the Park

Story of the Day Upset benefits U.S. women's soccer team USA Today Quote of the Day "It's great how we've fought back since the opening game against Norway. The whole team, myself included, are gaining in confidence the longer we're together. Today, we wanted to win and to score goals. We've played Canada a lot, we know them well and they know us well. The team tha… Continue

Added by WPS on August 13, 2008 at 4:30am — No Comments

Aug. 11: Kick Around the Park

Story of the Day U.S. to face a physical New Zealand squad ESPNSoccernet Quote of the Day "It's simple, we must not lose," USA coach Pia Sundhage. U.S. Olympic Coverage