Happy 2026, slices! We're continuing our week of Best Ofs with Paige Jones, a member of the U.S. National Ski Jumping Team, who joined Sarah in August to share a concerning experience she had during inspections before the season began. Jones explained why a scandal involving altered ski jumping suits has resulted in more intense examinations, detailed just what the heck a crotch machine is, and asked her sport’s governing body to better prioritize athlete comfort and safety.
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Happy 2026, slices! We're continuing our week of Best Ofs with Paige Jones, a&nbsp;member of the U.S. National Ski Jumping Team, who joined Sarah in August to share a concerning experience she had during inspections before the season began. Jones explained why a scandal involving altered ski jumping suits has resulted in more intense examinations, detailed just what the heck a crotch machine is, and asked her sport&rsquo;s governing body to better prioritize athlete comfort and safety.
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<li>Follow Paige on social media&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/pesh_delesh/?hl=en">here</a></li>
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Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters, or celebrity fans. 

Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters, or celebrity fans.

Good Game with Sarah Spain

Happy 2026, slices! We're continuing our week of Best Ofs with Paige Jones, a member of the U.S. National Ski Jumping Team, who joined Sarah in August to share a concerning experience she had during inspections before the season began. Jones explained why a scandal involving altered ski jumping suits has resulted in more intense examinations, detailed just what the heck a crotch machine is, and asked her sport’s governing body to better prioritize athlete comfort and safety.

Best of 2025: The Crotch Machine with Paige Jones

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/93e018ef-4ac7-4b03-8a42-b3c4017a6732/transcript

Washington Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen joins Sarah to discuss how her team’s young roster makes the pros feel like they’re back in college, her late start getting into the sport of basketball, why she only has one mandatory item on her pre-game to-do list, and what it took for people to finally start pronouncing her name correctly. Plus, racing double, lacrosse on the lake, and getting coached up to “outwit, outplay, and outlast.” 


The WNBA schedule is here


The NCAA Softball Super Regionals schedule is here


The NCAA Lacrosse tournament schedule is here


Read the Chicago Tribune article on Natasha Cloud here


Read the Chicago Magazine story about Northwestern lacrosse coach Kelly Amonte Hiller here

 
Read Rachel Axon’s story on apps and websites failing to include women’s sports data here


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Washington Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen joins Sarah to discuss how her team&rsquo;s young roster makes the pros feel like they&rsquo;re back in college, her late start getting into the sport of basketball, why she only has one mandatory item on her pre-game to-do list, and what it took for people to finally start pronouncing her name correctly. Plus, racing double, lacrosse on the lake, and getting coached up to &ldquo;outwit, outplay, and outlast.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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The WNBA schedule is <a href="https://www.wnba.com/schedule?season=2025&amp;month=all" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.wnba.com/schedule?season%3D2025%26month%3Dall&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779502813641000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3imNqAYM4ur6ZDNy51b6NY">here</a>
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The NCAA Softball Super Regionals schedule is <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/48734760/college-softball-2026-wcws-ncaa-tournament-watch-schedule-scores" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/48734760/college-softball-2026-wcws-ncaa-tournament-watch-schedule-scores&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779502813641000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3dMRbnujOXQp7Yn9d1R1Fc">here</a>
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The NCAA Lacrosse tournament schedule is <a href="https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-women/article/2026-05-14/2026-di-womens-lacrosse-championship-bracket-schedule-scores" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.ncaa.com/news/lacrosse-women/article/2026-05-14/2026-di-womens-lacrosse-championship-bracket-schedule-scores&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779502813641000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3x1Vl1BiiRyOqy5nP2ZlFO">here</a>
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Read the Chicago Tribune article on Natasha Cloud <a href="https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/20/chicago-sky-natasha-cloud/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/20/chicago-sky-natasha-cloud/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779502813641000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0iSF52PpQPLeHWMt9spL84">here</a>
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<a href="https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/20/chicago-sky-natasha-cloud/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/20/chicago-sky-natasha-cloud/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779502813641000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0iSF52PpQPLeHWMt9spL84"></a>Read the Chicago Magazine story about Northwestern lacrosse coach Kelly Amonte Hiller&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/april-2026/the-reinvention-of-kelly-amonte-hiller/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/april-2026/the-reinvention-of-kelly-amonte-hiller/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779502813644000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2A7jtW-No-RayqW4T_VmTC">here</a>
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<li>Read Rachel Axon&rsquo;s story on apps and websites failing to include women&rsquo;s sports data <a href="https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2026/05/18/boxed-out-media-apps-lack-data-on-emerging-womens-sports-leaving-gaps-for-leagues-fans-to-fill/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2026/05/18/boxed-out-media-apps-lack-data-on-emerging-womens-sports-leaving-gaps-for-leagues-fans-to-fill/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779502813644000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2lpphk08KCH8nB3kjaZLhm">here</a></li>
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Washington Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen joins Sarah to discuss how her team’s young roster makes the pros feel like they’re back in college, her late start getting into the sport of basketball, why she only has one mandatory item on her pre-game to-do list, and what it took for people to finally start pronouncing her name correctly. Plus, racing double, lacrosse on the lake, and getting coached up to “outwit, outplay, and outlast.” 

Matcha Mommy with Kiki Iriafen 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/bff92ddd-58da-4712-8551-b45200270052/transcript

Chicago Stars and Team Canada players Jordyn Huitema and Julia Grosso join Sarah to talk about reuniting in the Windy City, being teammates AND best friends, playing through a tough stretch, Jordyn’s new venture off the pitch, and the one question that caused them both to say “I plead the fifth.” Plus, a new venue for a star, a new sport on campus, and how do you say “more money please” in French? Plus d’argent, s’il vous plait, je pense? 
See how to watch the Minnesota Aurora FC games here
Check out JordySkin here
Read The Athletic’s reporting on the Dallas Whale Wall here
See a picture of the Whale Wall before it was painted over here
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Chicago Stars and Team Canada players Jordyn Huitema and Julia Grosso join Sarah to talk about reuniting in the Windy City, being teammates AND best friends, playing through a tough stretch, Jordyn&rsquo;s new venture off the pitch, and the one question that caused them both to say &ldquo;I plead the fifth.&rdquo; Plus, a new venue for a star, a new sport on campus, and how do you say &ldquo;more money please&rdquo; in French? Plus d&rsquo;argent, s&rsquo;il vous plait, je pense?&nbsp;
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<li aria-level="1">See how to watch the Minnesota Aurora FC games<a href="https://www.fox9.com/news/minnesota-aurora-fc-free-home-games-return-fox-9-2026"> here</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Check out JordySkin <a href="https://www.jordyskin.com/password">here</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Read The Athletic&rsquo;s reporting on the Dallas Whale Wall <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/18/us/dallas-world-cup-wyland-whale-mural-painted-over.html">here</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">See a picture of the Whale Wall before it was painted over <a href="https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/wyland-issues-cease-and-desist-after-dallas-whale-mural-painted-over-for-fifa-promotion/4026117/">here</a></li>
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Chicago Stars and Team Canada players Jordyn Huitema and Julia Grosso join Sarah to talk about reuniting in the Windy City, being teammates AND best friends, playing through a tough stretch, Jordyn’s new venture off the pitch, and the one question that caused them both to say “I plead the fifth.” Plus, a new venue for a star, a new sport on campus, and how do you say “more money please” in French? Plus d’argent, s’il vous plait, je pense? 

Bun Weather with Julia Grosso and Jordyn Huitema

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/3c2167cf-a98a-4668-a5eb-b450017ad509/transcript

Olympic champion turned analyst Cheryl Pounder joins Sarah to discuss the Montréal Victoire and the Ottawa Charge’s battle for the Walter Cup, why it’s important to always keep your head up even when just watching games, and whether she thinks the women’s hockey pipeline is strong enough to sustain four new PWHL expansion teams. Plus, as close to overtime as it gets, knees are dumb, and something about it felt like home somehow.


Take a look at Cheryl Pounder’s impersonator here 


You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here


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Olympic champion turned analyst Cheryl Pounder joins Sarah to discuss the Montr&eacute;al Victoire and the Ottawa Charge&rsquo;s battle for the Walter Cup, why it&rsquo;s important to always keep your head up even when just watching games, and whether she thinks the women&rsquo;s hockey pipeline is strong enough to sustain four new PWHL expansion teams. Plus, as close to overtime as it gets, knees are dumb, and something about it felt like home somehow.
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Take a look at Cheryl Pounder&rsquo;s impersonator <a href="https://x.com/TSN_Sports/status/2056515517234512368" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/TSN_Sports/status/2056515517234512368&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779330914156000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0zI1Y1qx55iIgx2B_U-nlQ">here</a>&nbsp;
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Olympic champion turned analyst Cheryl Pounder joins Sarah to discuss the Montréal Victoire and the Ottawa Charge’s battle for the Walter Cup, why it’s important to always keep your head up even when just watching games, and whether she thinks the women’s hockey pipeline is strong enough to sustain four new PWHL expansion teams. Plus, as close to overtime as it gets, knees are dumb, and something about it felt like home somehow. 

It’s A ‘Win Now’ League with Cheryl Pounder

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/3065d401-d69d-48d3-bdb3-b450002a9a18/transcript

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