With AUSL’s second season kicking off today, a pair of Portland Cascade players – Sis Bates and Megan Grant – join Sarah to discuss playing for one of the league’s new expansion teams. Sis shares why she thinks rookies like Megan are the most prepared for game one of a new season, then Megan reveals the secret sauce behind her record-breaking senior season and talks about her desire to make softball more diverse and inclusive. Plus, it’s in the hole, thanks for the trust issues, and college kids go global.
Fill out the Good Game survey here
The AUSL schedule is here 
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With AUSL&rsquo;s second season kicking off today, a pair of Portland Cascade players &ndash; Sis Bates and Megan Grant &ndash; join Sarah to discuss playing for one of the league&rsquo;s new expansion teams. Sis shares why she thinks rookies like Megan are the most prepared for game one of a new season, then Megan reveals the secret sauce behind her record-breaking senior season and talks about her desire to make softball more diverse and inclusive. Plus, it&rsquo;s in the hole, thanks for the trust issues, and college kids go global.
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<li aria-level="1">The AUSL schedule is <a href="https://theausl.com/schedule/?season=369">here</a>&nbsp;</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

With AUSL’s second season kicking off today, a pair of Portland Cascade players – Sis Bates and Megan Grant – join Sarah to discuss playing for one of the league’s new expansion teams. Sis shares why she thinks rookies like Megan are the most prepared for game one of a new season, then Megan reveals the secret sauce behind her record-breaking senior season and talks about her desire to make softball more diverse and inclusive. Plus, it’s in the hole, thanks for the trust issues, and college kids go global.

Swinging Free with Sis Bates and Megan Grant

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/0a7bbc8f-3141-4c78-a6b4-b463017ff2b2/transcript

Duke women’s basketball and Team USA head coach Kara Lawson joins Sarah to talk about leading the national team to gold at the FIBA World Cup, how she stays locked in and ignores outside noise, and why her Duke team is still a bit of an unknown as the NCAA season nears. Plus, a dramatic reading, 100 MILL-ion dollars, and we’ve got a Fever that won’t come down. 


Read Sportico’s article about the Valkyries generating $100M in annual revenue here


The Amina Seck update from ESPN is here


Check out the new jerseys for the PWHL expansion teams here


Read the Front Office Sports article about the WPBL’s messy legal battle here


Read the Sports Illustrated article on allegations against a former NCAA softball head coach here


Vote for Good Game for The Signal Awards here


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


Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 


Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323


Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork 


Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social

Duke women&rsquo;s basketball and Team USA head coach Kara Lawson joins Sarah to talk about leading the national team to gold at the FIBA World Cup, how she stays locked in and ignores outside noise, and why her Duke team is still a bit of an unknown as the NCAA season nears. Plus, a dramatic reading, 100 MILL-ion dollars, and we&rsquo;ve got a Fever that won&rsquo;t come down.&nbsp;
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Read Sportico&rsquo;s article about the Valkyries generating $100M in annual revenue <a href="https://www.sportico.com/leagues/basketball/2026/golden-state-valkyries-revenue-first-100-million-1234946807/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.sportico.com/leagues/basketball/2026/golden-state-valkyries-revenue-first-100-million-1234946807/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791597783618000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0CpYBljB2muBQZjR7NRIaz">here</a>
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The Amina Seck update from ESPN is <a href="https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/50132956/kentucky-state-player-released-bond-ice-custody" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/50132956/kentucky-state-player-released-bond-ice-custody&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791597783618000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1ryz7obd0arSJBmHJzCPOZ">here</a>
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Check out the new jerseys for the PWHL expansion teams <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DePHcIMjE0w/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/p/DePHcIMjE0w/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791597783618000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1IqmYlnhqTa-dXGZXokwnT">here</a>
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Read the Front Office Sports article about the WPBL&rsquo;s messy legal battle <a href="https://frontofficesports.com/article/wpbl-legal-case-board-firing/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://frontofficesports.com/article/wpbl-legal-case-board-firing/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791597783618000&amp;usg=AOvVaw15u1vVHO7K5YDcNi3Uso47">here</a>
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Read the Sports Illustrated article on allegations against a former NCAA softball head coach <a href="https://www.si.com/onsi/softball/news/coach-linked-to-maryland-softball-assistant-job-accused-of-mental-physical-abuse-at-previous-schools-jessica-odonnell" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.si.com/onsi/softball/news/coach-linked-to-maryland-softball-assistant-job-accused-of-mental-physical-abuse-at-previous-schools-jessica-odonnell&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791597783618000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2I5O_x5FqmtXYvPm7i-hgj">here</a>
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Duke women’s basketball and Team USA head coach Kara Lawson joins Sarah to talk about leading the national team to gold at the FIBA World Cup, how she stays locked in and ignores outside noise, and why her Duke team is still a bit of an unknown as the NCAA season nears. Plus, a dramatic reading, 100 MILL-ion dollars, and we’ve got a Fever that won’t come down. 

Multitasking in the Best Way with Kara Lawson

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/bc2e3149-d02a-4c55-b8d6-b4de0022294a/transcript

Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello joins Sarah to discuss coaching the WNBA’s only Canadian team in its inaugural season, how she’s handling not making the postseason for the first time in 13 years, and her tips for future expansion teams. Then, she gives her scouting report on the four remaining teams in the playoffs. Plus, stats that tell the story, a veteran follows an itch, and stars – they’re just like us!
Listen to Sarah’s pre-season interview with Sandy Brondello from November 2025 here
Check out the Sports Business Journal story on WNBA attendance here
Read Jeff Kassouf’s ESPN story about how Emma Hayes is integrating Ashley Sanchez into the USWNT roster here
Listen to Mikaela Shiffrin’s podcast episode about her “exploration season” here
Follow Toronto Tempo players on Instagram! Nyara Sabally can be found here, Marina Mabrey is here, Brittney Sykes is here, and Aneesah Morrow is here
Follow the “Boohalla” fan account here
Vote for Good Game for The Signal Awards here
You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here
Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 
Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323
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Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social

Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello joins Sarah to discuss coaching the WNBA&rsquo;s only Canadian team in its inaugural season, how she&rsquo;s handling not making the postseason for the first time in 13 years, and her tips for future expansion teams. Then, she gives her scouting report on the four remaining teams in the playoffs. Plus, stats that tell the story, a veteran follows an itch, and stars &ndash; they&rsquo;re just like us!
<ul>
<li>Listen to Sarah&rsquo;s pre-season interview with Sandy Brondello from November 2025 <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-a-lot-of-smack-already-with-sandy-brondello/id1752100672?i=1000736565893">here</a></li>
<li>Check out the Sports Business Journal story on WNBA attendance&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2026/10/06/wnba-hits-record-attendance-mark-for-2026-season/">here</a></li>
<li>Read Jeff Kassouf&rsquo;s ESPN story about how Emma Hayes is integrating Ashley Sanchez into the USWNT roster&nbsp;<a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/50120804/nwsl-goals-leader-sanchez-uswnt">here</a></li>
<li>Listen to Mikaela Shiffrin&rsquo;s podcast episode about her &ldquo;exploration season&rdquo;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3N0EFlHziQ">here</a></li>
<li>Follow Toronto Tempo players on Instagram! Nyara Sabally can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/nyarasabally/">here</a>, Marina Mabrey is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/marinamabrey/">here</a>, Brittney Sykes is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brittbundlez/?hl=en">here</a>, and Aneesah Morrow is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aneesahmorrow24/">here</a></li>
<li>Follow the &ldquo;Boohalla&rdquo; fan account&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/boohalla/?hl=en">here</a></li>
<li>Vote for Good Game for The Signal Awards<a href="https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2026/shows/genre/sports"> here</a></li>
<li>You can now WATCH Sarah&rsquo;s interviews! Subscribe to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@iHeartWomensSports">@iHeartWomensSports</a> on YouTube and check out the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OH9pWO2GjqQmx_dTNOqMES7gaB3CUEf">Good Game playlist here</a></li>
<li>Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com">goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky:&nbsp;<a href="https://bsky.app/profile/byalexazzi.bsky.social">@byalexazzi.bsky.social</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/azziartwork/?hl=en">@AzziArtwork</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky:&nbsp;<a href="https://bsky.app/profile/biancahillier.bsky.social">@biancahillier.bsky.social</a></li>
</ul>

Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello joins Sarah to discuss coaching the WNBA’s only Canadian team in its inaugural season, how she’s handling not making the postseason for the first time in 13 years, and her tips for future expansion teams. Then, she gives her scouting report on the four remaining teams in the playoffs. Plus, stats that tell the story, a veteran follows an itch, and stars – they’re just like us!

Not On Adam Silver’s Speed Dial with Sandy Brondello

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/c581c966-3275-4bab-8819-b4dd0008f581/transcript

Jackie Johnston, aka Coach Jackie, joins Sarah to discuss her brand new podcast, “Is She Game?” The internet’s favorite women’s sports yapper shares highlights from the last year of covering women's sports, talks about becoming besties with Michelle and Barack Obama, and discusses how she views the relationship between journalists and content creators. Plus, Sarah explains why Good Game already has a beef with Jackie's new show.


Listen to Jackie’s podcast “Is She Game?” here on October 9th


Vote for Good Game for The Signal Awards here


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


Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com 


Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323


Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork 


Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social

Jackie Johnston, aka Coach Jackie, joins Sarah to discuss her brand new podcast, &ldquo;Is She Game?&rdquo; The internet&rsquo;s favorite women&rsquo;s sports yapper shares highlights from the last year of covering women's sports, talks about becoming besties with Michelle and Barack Obama, and discusses how she views the relationship between journalists and content creators. Plus, Sarah explains why Good Game already has a beef with Jackie's new show.
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Listen to Jackie&rsquo;s podcast &ldquo;Is She Game?&rdquo; <a href="https://lnk.to/isshegameGG" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/is-she-game/id6816250455?l%3Den-GB&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791426691959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw24zTs8JxPi5hrk6nebdJXb">here</a> on October 9th
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Vote for Good Game for The Signal Awards <a href="https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2026/shows/genre/sports" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting%23/2026/shows/genre/sports&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791426691964000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1yxYh4Z9UqxQqY3dU_tRlk">here</a>
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Jackie Johnston, aka Coach Jackie, joins Sarah to discuss her brand new podcast, “Is She Game?” The internet’s favorite women’s sports yapper shares highlights from the last year of covering women's sports, talks about becoming besties with Michelle and Barack Obama, and discusses how she views the relationship between journalists and content creators. Plus, Sarah explains why Good Game already has a beef with Jackie's new show.

We've Got Beef with Coach Jackie Johnston

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/3fb37d97-faba-4637-963d-b4dc0030177b/transcript

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