In this episode of Spirit Spotlight, Bram Weinstein is joined by Washington Spirit midfielder Paige Metayer. Together they dive into the Spirit's recent triumphs as Paige takes us behind the scenes of her stunning goal against Kansas City, sharing how the team's strategic play and her love for open field running created a magical moment on the pitch.

The two then explore how the Spirit are integrating new players, adjusting to post-Olympic changes, and building strong team chemistry amid a season full of transitions.

Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the ESPN 630 App.

Nextradio streaming broadcast: Saturday, September 7th vs Portland

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In this episode of Spirit Spotlight, Bram Weinstein is joined by Washington Spirit midfielder Paige Metayer. Together they dive into the Spirit's recent triumphs as Paige takes us behind the scenes of her stunning goal against Kansas City, sharing how the team's strategic play and her love for open field running created a magical moment on the pitch.
The two then explore how the Spirit are integrating new players, adjusting to post-Olympic changes, and building strong team chemistry amid a season full of transitions.
Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the <a href="https://www.sportscapitoldc.com/app/">ESPN 630 App</a>.
Next radio streaming broadcast: Saturday, September 7th vs Portland
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Welcome to Spirit Spotlight – your exclusive connection to the Washington Spirit brought to you by the voices behind the Washington Spirit Radio Network on ESPN 630. Whether you're a seasoned supporter or a newcomer to the NWSL, this podcast is your dedicated touchpoint for all things Washington Spirit!


Hosted by Bram Weinstein, the renowned radio voice of both the Washington Spirit and the Washington Commanders, each episode features surprise guests from the Spirit team, offering intimate insights and candid discussions. Tune in every Friday evening for fresh episodes with exclusive Spirit interviews, and don't miss our "Post-Match Breakdown" series the day after each match, where you'll hear firsthand thoughts from players and Coach Adrián González, along with expert analysis of the match.


Join us on Spirit Spotlight and stay connected to the heartbeat of the Washington Spirit – subscribe now and never miss a moment with your favorite team." What will someone gain, learn or come back to repeatedly within your podcast? This information has not been made public yet: The show will be aimed toward Washington Spirit fans who want to hear inside scoops and exclusive player interviews conducted by the play-by-play voice of the team, Bram Weinstein!

Welcome to Spirit Spotlight – your exclusive connection to the Washington Spirit brought to you by the voices behind the Washington Spirit Radio Network on ESPN 630. Whether you're a seasoned supporter or a newcomer to the NWSL, this podcast is your dedicated touchpoint for all things Washington Spirit!
 Hosted by Bram Weinstein, the renowned radio voice of both the Washington Spirit and the Washington Commanders, each episode features surprise guests from the Spirit team, offering intimate insights and candid discussions. Tune in every Friday evening for fresh episodes with exclusive Spirit interviews, and don't miss our "Post-Match Breakdown" series the day after each match, where you'll hear firsthand thoughts from players and Coach Adrián González, along with expert analysis of the match.
 Join us on Spirit Spotlight and stay connected to the heartbeat of the Washington Spirit – subscribe now and never miss a moment with your favorite team." What will someone gain, learn or come back to repeatedly within your podcast? This information has not been made public yet: The show will be aimed toward Washington Spirit fans who want to hear inside scoops and exclusive player interviews conducted by the play-by-play voice of the team, Bram Weinstein!

Spirit Spotlight

Welcome to Spirit Spotlight – your exclusive connection to the Washington Spirit brought to you by the voices behind the Washington Spirit Radio Network on ESPN 630, proudly presented by XX. Whether you're a seasoned supporter or a newcomer to the NWSL, this podcast is your dedicated touchpoint for all things Washington Spirit!


Hosted by Bram Weinstein, the renowned radio voice of both the Washington Spirit and the Washington Commanders, each episode features surprise guests from the Spirit team, offering intimate insights and candid discussions. Tune in every Friday evening for fresh episodes with exclusive Spirit interviews, and don't miss our "Post-Match Breakdown" series the day after each match, where you'll hear firsthand thoughts from players and Coach Adrián González, along with expert analysis of the match.


Join us on Spirit Spotlight and stay connected to the heartbeat of the Washington Spirit – subscribe now and never miss a moment with your favorite team." What will someone gain, learn or come back to repeatedly within your podcast? This information has not been made public yet: The show will be aimed toward Washington Spirit fans who want to hear inside scoops and exclusive player interviews conducted by the play-by-play voice of the team, Bram Weinstein!

Welcome to Spirit Spotlight – your exclusive connection to the Washington Spirit brought to you by the voices behind the Washington Spirit Radio Network on ESPN 630, proudly presented by XX. Whether you're a seasoned supporter or a newcomer to the NWSL, this podcast is your dedicated touchpoint for all things Washington Spirit!
 Hosted by Bram Weinstein, the renowned radio voice of both the Washington Spirit and the Washington Commanders, each episode features surprise guests from the Spirit team, offering intimate insights and candid discussions. Tune in every Friday evening for fresh episodes with exclusive Spirit interviews, and don't miss our "Post-Match Breakdown" series the day after each match, where you'll hear firsthand thoughts from players and Coach Adrián González, along with expert analysis of the match.
 Join us on Spirit Spotlight and stay connected to the heartbeat of the Washington Spirit – subscribe now and never miss a moment with your favorite team." What will someone gain, learn or come back to repeatedly within your podcast? This information has not been made public yet: The show will be aimed toward Washington Spirit fans who want to hear inside scoops and exclusive player interviews conducted by the play-by-play voice of the team, Bram Weinstein!

A Special Spark: Paige Metayer on her Magical Goals, New Teammates, and a Season of Change

This episode is hosted by Wardell McCabe, who takes you through some of the best postgame sounds from the Washington Spirit's 3-0 loss to the Kansas City Current.

You'll hear from Bram Weinstein and Gaby Vincent as they provide their immediate reactions from the team's loss. Then after that, you'll Head Coach Jonatan Giráldez, Gaby Carle, and Paige Metayer from the Post-Game Press Conferences.

Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the ESPN 630 App.

Nextradio streaming broadcast: Friday, September 27th at Angel City FC

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This episode is hosted by Wardell McCabe, who takes you through some of the best postgame sounds from the Washington Spirit's 3-0 loss to the Kansas City Current.
You'll hear from Bram Weinstein and Gaby Vincent as they provide their immediate reactions from the team's loss. Then after that, you'll Head Coach Jonatan Giráldez, Gaby Carle, and Paige Metayer from the Post-Game Press Conferences.
Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the <a href="https://www.sportscapitoldc.com/app/">ESPN 630 App</a>.
Next radio streaming broadcast: Friday, September 27th at Angel City FC
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Post-Game Podcast: Washington Spirit at Kansas City Current | September 20, 2024

In this week’s episode of Spirit Spotlight, Bram Weinstein catches up with the Washington Spirit's all-time leading goal scorer, Ashley Hatch!

Fresh off scoring her 49th and 50th career regular-season goals, Ashley shares her thoughts on reaching this monumental achievement, reflecting on the hard work and memorable moments that have defined her career. Plus, she gives us a glimpse into her own podcast, The Ditto Podcast, where she explores the importance of mental performance and resilience in sports.

Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the ESPN 630 App.

Nextradio streaming broadcast: Friday, September 20th at Kansas City Current

Subscribe to the podcast today on: Apple Podcasts (https://twtr.to/lc17d), Spotify (https://twtr.to/hzo84), iHeart (https://twtr.to/Xatif), Amazon Music (https://twtr.to/JZ-tJ)

In this week’s episode of Spirit Spotlight, Bram Weinstein catches up with the Washington Spirit's all-time leading goal scorer, Ashley Hatch!
Fresh off scoring her 49th and 50th career regular-season goals, Ashley shares her thoughts on reaching this monumental achievement, reflecting on the hard work and memorable moments that have defined her career. Plus, she gives us a glimpse into her own podcast, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ditto-podcast/id1737266608">The Ditto Podcast</a>, where she explores the importance of mental performance and resilience in sports.
Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the <a href="https://www.sportscapitoldc.com/app/">ESPN 630 App</a>.
Next radio streaming broadcast: Friday, September 20th at Kansas City Current
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The Path to 50: Ashley Hatch’s Milestone Moment

This episode of the Post-Game Pod is hosted by Wardell McCabe - covering the Spirit's dominant display over the Houston Dash on September 15th.

After recapping the 3-0 result, you'll hear Head Coach Jonatan Giráldez from the Press Conferences, followed shortly thereafter by Hal Hershfelt and Ashley Hatch. 

Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the ESPN 630 App.

Nextradio streaming broadcast: Friday, September 20th at Kansas City Current

Subscribe to the podcast today on: Apple Podcasts (https://twtr.to/lc17d), Spotify (https://twtr.to/hzo84), iHeart (https://twtr.to/Xatif), Amazon Music (https://twtr.to/JZ-tJ)

This episode of the Post-Game Pod is hosted by Wardell McCabe - covering the Spirit's dominant display over the Houston Dash on September 15th.
After recapping the 3-0 result, you'll hear Head Coach Jonatan Giráldez from the Press Conferences, followed shortly thereafter by Hal Hershfelt and Ashley Hatch. 
Tune in to Spirit Spotlight live, every Friday at 3:40pm ET on ESPN 630 AM and the <a href="https://www.sportscapitoldc.com/app/">ESPN 630 App</a>.
Next radio streaming broadcast: Friday, September 20th at Kansas City Current
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A Special Spark: Paige Metayer on her Magical Goals, New Teammates, and a Season of Change

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