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Interviews

Participant Testimonials from the 2010 NSCAA Algarve Cup Symposium

March 7, 2010
What are people saying about the 2010 NSCAA Algarve Cup Symposium

On the last day of the 2010 NSCAA Algarve Cup Symposium, I asked some of the participants what they thought about their experience.

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The German WNT training session and the cliffs in Albufeira

February 27, 2010
At the cliffs after GWNT training

Today began with a little drive to see the German Women’s National Team train. The trip from our hotel was about 15 minutes through some very scenic spots. There were rolling green hills with orange trees dotting the countryside – gorgeous.

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China sinks Denmark, Germany rocks Finland – Audio

February 26, 2010
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It was a great day of Algarve Cup action, and our first opportunity to see the games.

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How I use the Voice Memos app on my iPhone to create audio interviews

December 20, 2009
Voice Memos

The Voice Memos application puts the ability to conduct an audio interview in the palm of your hands. You no longer the need to carry around heavy interview equipment (lol, like a notepad and paper). Tips for success: edit the audio appropriately and take the time to transcribe everything.

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NCAA College Cup Finals: Dorrance’s pressure stumps Stanford Cardinal

December 7, 2009
Women's College Cup Press Conference

Two of the most experienced, and humble, women’s soccer coaches in the world shared their views on today’s tactics during the post-game press conference following the 2009 Women’s College Cup. North Carolina coach, Anson Dorrance, says it’s tough to play against UNC for the first time due to the high pressure his players apply throughout the match. Not surprisingly, Stanford’s Paul Ratcliff says the same thing. Have a listen.

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Audio Interview and Slideshow with Women’s Professional Soccer player, Tiffeny Milbrett

November 11, 2009
Amanda Vandervort and Tiffeny Milbrett

Tiffeny Milbrett will be giving a field demonstration at the NSCAA Convention in January in Philly. On Tuesday, November 9, 2009, I met up with the FC Gold Pride forward in San Carlos, California, to help her plan for the event.

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10 Questions with Chicago Red Stars Head Coach Emma Hayes

October 17, 2009
Emma at the Beach

Red Stars Head Coach Emma Hayes is in San Francisco this week watching Stanford, UCLA, USC, USF, and Santa Clara women’s soccer teams play. I sat down with her this morning because I thought it would be fun to ask her the WPS series of “Off the Field” questions we collect from the players. Hey, coaches have favorite movies and i-pods, too!

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Video: What do you like best about the NSCAA Convention?

January 18, 2009

Interviews with soccer coaches at the NSCAA Convention.

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Video: Diversity Training with the NSCAA Staff

January 15, 2009

Behind the scenes at the NSCAA Convention. Day 1.

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Interview With Emma Hayes: Arsenal Ladies Assistant Coach Finally Shares Her Untold Soccer Story

May 9, 2008

Soccer Coach Emma Hayes is as unique as the environment she grew up in. A thrill-seeker from Camden Town, her gritty ambition surpasses that of even the most upper-crust kid in Regents Park. In 2000, after much denial about her inability to play soccer due to a chronic ankle injury (and six years pursuing an unsuccessful career in the secret service), Emma accepted her true calling to become a coach. She purchased a one-way, trans-Atlantic flight to New York City, and arrived with merely a thousand dollars, a backpack and a dream. Today’s she’s recognized as a top clinician and one of the most decorated coaches in the world.

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