Amanda Golini didn't step onto a field hockey field until high school, but she was a natural. She further excelled in the sport at Lafayette College before joining Team USA. AJ and Amanda discuss her path from the softball field to being named USA's Field Hockey captain, the disappointment of not qualifying for the 2021 Olympics, and how she and the team pulled together to earn their spot in Paris.

To watch the full interview, check out our YouTube (@ThePowHERful)!

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Special thanks to our sponsor, The Sports Bra, the first women's sports bar in the country. Drop in next time you're in Portland, OR and try one of the drinks inspired by our PowHERful interviewees! 

Amanda Golini didn't step onto a field hockey field until high school, but she was a natural. She further excelled in the sport at Lafayette College before joining Team USA. AJ and Amanda discuss her path from the softball field to being named USA's Field Hockey captain, the disappointment of not qualifying for the 2021 Olympics, and how she and the team pulled together to earn their spot in Paris.
To watch the full interview, check out our YouTube (@ThePowHERful)!
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Special thanks to our sponsor, The Sports Bra, the first women's sports bar in the country. Drop in next time you're in Portland, OR and try one of the drinks inspired by our PowHERful interviewees!

Welcome to The PowHERful Podcast where we introduce you to PowHERful women who are changing the game in and outside of their field of play. These are women’s stories of Olympians, extreme and outdoor athletes– women who happen to do things many of us can only dream of, but the lessons and inspiration they share is universal. Our first season focuses on the incredible women competing in this year’s Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris, including Carissa Moore, Daniela Moroz, Janeé Kassanavoid, Anastasia Pagonis, and many more.

Tune in every Tuesday this summer for a new episode of The PowHERful Podcast.

Welcome to The PowHERful Podcast where we introduce you to PowHERful women who are changing the game in and outside of their field of play. These are women’s stories of Olympians, extreme and outdoor athletes– women who happen to do things many of us can only dream of, but the lessons and inspiration they share is universal. Our first season focuses on the incredible women competing in this year’s Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris, including Carissa Moore, Daniela Moroz, Janeé Kassanavoid, Anastasia Pagonis, and many more.
Tune in every Tuesday this summer for a new episode of The PowHERful Podcast.

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Episode 7: Amanda Golini (USA Field Hockey)

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