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Now: Staff writer, Pro Soccer Wire/USA TODAY Sports | Then: Black and Red United, Filibuster, Plex Weather | Sandstorm enthusiast, shoe purchaser

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you #NWSL teams for giving me legit too many options to use for the Take-Off.

Went with the 3 statement performances of the week:

😎 Rose Lavelle and Gotham master making it easy on themselves
🔒 Racing Louisville (finally) lock it down
↔️ Spirit get it wide to devastating effect

NWSL Weekend Take-Off: Gotham FC simplifies while Spirit, Racing plan to perfection

NWSL had a potentially decisive Week 22, with Gotham, the Spirit, and Louisville showing how important it is to have a good plan.

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Eben Novy-Williams @ebennovywilliams.bsky.social · 13h

SCOOP: NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman has a new three-year contract, per sources. Under her guidance the league has seen large commercial growth and undergone multiple expansions. #NWSL

More via @sportico.bsky.social 👇
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NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman Receives 3-Year Contract Extension

Jessica Berman received a 3-year extension as NWSL commissioner. The deal was executed by the league's four-person executive committee.

www.sportico.com

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 19h

Truly one of the best in the space. Looking forward to what's next, I will be reading for sure

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Claire Watkins @scoutripley.bsky.social · 19h

I'm working on a longer USWNT midfield project and am currently in the weeds of Ellis lineups lost to history like I know I was there but what do you mean the US played 2019 Shebelieves with a midfield of Ertz, Lavelle, and Mallory Swanson with Sam Mewis on the bench.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

People have long held that Bootsy Collins is not particularly funky, but it can be argued that — despite popular opinion — he knows how to get down

Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

Uncool compared to Dylan!

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

I don't like that baseball helmets are available in a matte finish. It's not right.

Thanks for following my account.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

Just hitting me right now how you are in a cluster of more or less the only people in Japan backing the Phillies in this moment

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Jenna Tonelli @jennatonelli.bsky.social · 1d

For SI, I dug deep with #GothamFC’s newest midfielder Jaedyn Shaw. We talk about her time at the Courage, persevering through the challenges, and finding her fit.

www.si.com/soccer/jaedy...

Jaedyn Shaw Opens Up About Her Trade to Gotham FC: ‘I Fit Right In’

The 20-year-old reflects on her time with the North Carolina Courage, how she overcame a challenging point in her career and her move to the NJ/NY club.

www.si.com

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

We didn't know how this would do, but it is in fact Doing Numbers which is good for the person who wrote it (me).

Updated with Algeria making it 19 teams, plus how several other nations could clinch in their next match.

USA TODAY Sports @usatodaysports.usatoday.com · 2d

World Cup qualifying is as dramatic as ever, with October's international window looking pivotal. Full list of teams to qualify for 2026.

What teams are qualified for 2026 World Cup? Full list, latest updates

World Cup qualifying is as dramatic as ever, with October's international window looking pivotal. Full list of teams to qualify for 2026.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

Headphones ran out of juice & the charger is at home, so I'm enduring a truly Hillary 2016 Election Night music mix (derogatory!!!) at the spot I picked to finish work today, because I accidentally ordered the full 1L bottle of mineral water and can't bear to just...not drink all of it.

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Pro Soccer Wire @prosoccerwire.bsky.social · 1d

USWNT winger Emma Sears agrees to new Racing Louisville contract

USWNT winger Emma Sears' new deal runs through the 2028 season, a boost for Racing Louisville as the club battles for an NWSL playoff berth.

prosoccerwire.usatoday.com

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

Clips and data in this thread but I'm sharing this one because this is more or less what I have in mind with a Jónsdóttir-Tiernan-Chilufya front 3: Width/service from Chilufya, tight-quarters dribbling/creativity from Tiernan in pockets, Jónsdóttir attacking space from the wing to finish.

LaNorris Sellers’ Heisman Trophy @socratescousin.bsky.social · 1d

Even though a lot of her iso reps have “Emma Sears-itis” which means, “you have a lot of pace, you eat up lots of space, you need more change of pace and some shoulder drops,” she also can do all the things right like this, and her delivery is believable when she separates, honestly.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

PSW readers already knew that Casey Krueger was on maternity leave, and she was listed as such on Saturday's availability report, but for whatever reason the Spirit announced it officially today.

Casey Krueger is on maternity leave!

Washington Spirit veteran Casey Krueger announces pregnancy

Casey Krueger, one of the NWSL's top defenders, made a big announcement with a crucial assist from her young son.

prosoccerwire.usatoday.com

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Meghan L. Hall @itsmeghanlhall.bsky.social · 1d

Per Mercury PR, Satou Sabally is OUT for Game 4 of the WNBA Finals.

She has a concussion.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

Caveat that we haven't seen Chilufya as a starter in an attacking set-up that works. These percentiles are skewed by her & others being shoehorned into carrying responsibilities that aren't to their strengths.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1d

When I chatted with ACFC decision-makers about Riley Tiernan, they were confident her skill set allows her to play across the front line or the 10 (which I agree with).

A Jónsdóttir-Chilufya-Tiernan front 3 could end up generating more chances for Jónsdóttir slashing off the right than anyone else.

Mike McGrew @zavcurrent.bsky.social · 1d

Prisca Chilufya to Angel City is an interesting move. I guess she could be good linking up with a goal poacher like Jónsdóttir.

Never really clicked in Orlando. Those shooting stats are reflective of a larger issue with the Pride attack outside of Banda.

Prisca Chilufya Scouting Report on fbref. Very high numbers on take-ons and progressive passes/carries, but really poor shooting stats.

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Racing Louisville FC @racingloufc.com · 1d

𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 for three more years 🔒

We’ve signed USWNT winger Emma Sears to a new contracting, keeping her in Louisville through 2028!

✍️ tinyurl.com/nhdhpsv5

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

Congress did this for TV but in my mind this happened in the late 90s rather than only 15 years ago

Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act - Wikipedia

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

Pölten a bet on being boldklubben enough to not retain any of this so that the Häcken bit can continue

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

The woman is so happy to get to ignore the birthday, it's terrifying

Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

Inbox: San Diego Wave have dismissed asst. coach Jack Jensen.

“After careful evaluation, we determined that a change on the coaching staff was necessary,” said Wave GM Camille Ashton. “We appreciate Jack’s professionalism and commitment during his time with the club."

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

Courage posting a "we think we're gonna have a sellout" graphic for the 2nd time in 2 days. Seems good!

North Carolina Courage @nccourage.com · 2d

Closing in on another sellout 👀

Be a part of Club history: tickets.nccourage.com

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

New from me, looking at who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup, who might be next, and the wild situation brewing in Group C in Africa:

USA TODAY Sports @usatodaysports.usatoday.com · 2d

World Cup qualifying is as dramatic as ever, with October's international window looking pivotal. Full list of teams to qualify for 2026.

What teams are qualified for 2026 World Cup? Full list, latest updates

World Cup qualifying is as dramatic as ever, with October's international window looking pivotal. Full list of teams to qualify for 2026.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

I opted for PTJ watch but switched over in time to see PSG players trying to scuff up the penalty spot in stoppage time while trailing Wolfsburg 3-0, and I can scarcely think of something more embarrassing

Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2d

Sophie this is neither boldklubben nor Häcken

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