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Annie Elliott

Soccer site proposed in Baltimore, new Talon incoming?, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Happy Friday the 13th, everyone!! As a Washington Spirit fan, I just hope this day of bad luck doesn’t bring…

Washington Spirit trade Croix Bethune to KC Current for $1 million

In a surprising move, Washington Spirit have traded star midfielder Croix Bethune to 2025 shield-winners Kansas City Current for $100…

Hey Spirits episode: Conflict is my love language (with Haley Carter)

In this episode, Ella, Annie, and André sat down with Haley Carter, Washington Spirit’s new President of Soccer Operations. Carter…

Hey Spirits episode: Goalkeeping, axolotls, and muscle cars (with Wojo)

In this episode, André, Ella, and Annie interview Washington Spirit’s rookie goalkeeper Sara Wojdelko. “Wojo” shared her soccer journey, including…

Loudoun United keep signing players, “warnings” over Ronaldo’s protest, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Happy Friday! The big sports news today is of course the Olympic Opening Ceremonies, which I have been looking forward…

Crystal Dunn retires, Apple TV cutting Spanish-language coverage of MLS, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

It’s Friday! We are still largely snowed in here in DC. I’ve made it out of the house a little…

USWNT vs. Paraguay, January 2026 Friendly: Preview, Time, and How to Watch

It’s the first U.S. Women’s National Team match of 2026! As part of their January camp, the team will face…

Rodman signs new deal with Washington, new MLS transfer windows and roster rules, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Happy Friday! I hope you are all sufficiently prepared for The Snowstorm this weekend. I unfortunately still need to pick…

Hey Spirits episode: Grievances and classification and parity, oh my! (with Meghann Burke)

In this episode, André and Annie welcome NWSL Players Association Executive Director Meghann Burke to the podcast. They get an…

Alexandria to host Croatia National Team, NWSL schedule release, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Happy Friday! This week has felt crazy long to me, and I’m happy to be heading into a three-day weekend….