Neal
@treadsuponstars.bsky.social
Dad. Husband. Tech Worker. Blerd. Women’s sports truther. History student. Radical Leftist. Indiana-born, Michigan made.
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Btwn laying off media staff, or sponsors only wanting to fund retired players/huge outlet while refusing to support smaller/independent media:this will happen frequently for wcbb, woso & WNBA and NWSL. Alot of us cant afford to foot our own bilis anymore so we wont be in press conferences/events.
December 29, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Btwn laying off media staff, or sponsors only wanting to fund retired players/huge outlet while refusing to support smaller/independent media:this will happen frequently for wcbb, woso & WNBA and NWSL. Alot of us cant afford to foot our own bilis anymore so we wont be in press conferences/events.
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what entities like v** did killing several woso/broso sites & lack of sponsorship pressers are empty as hell, storytelling lacking diversity, and dope games/players not get shine.for folks screaming grow the game who got ability to do so : are you all trying to grow or just be white comfort?
Podcasting is not free. Social media and content creation is not free. No support to help sustain means you lose money yourself due to costs and baby then you can’t afford travel and to do content without going in the red in this economy. Add refusal of entities trying support or sponsor wompp
December 29, 2025 at 3:37 AM
what entities like v** did killing several woso/broso sites & lack of sponsorship pressers are empty as hell, storytelling lacking diversity, and dope games/players not get shine.for folks screaming grow the game who got ability to do so : are you all trying to grow or just be white comfort?
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Podcasting is not free. Social media and content creation is not free. No support to help sustain means you lose money yourself due to costs and baby then you can’t afford travel and to do content without going in the red in this economy. Add refusal of entities trying support or sponsor wompp
December 29, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Podcasting is not free. Social media and content creation is not free. No support to help sustain means you lose money yourself due to costs and baby then you can’t afford travel and to do content without going in the red in this economy. Add refusal of entities trying support or sponsor wompp
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This lack of coverage will be felt hard as hell in women’s soccer (and soccer in general soon) and women’s basketball soon despite access and demand growth because folks are doing the same dumb shit that’s been done with mens sports. Five entities cant cover the whole sport or tell stories.
December 29, 2025 at 3:40 AM
This lack of coverage will be felt hard as hell in women’s soccer (and soccer in general soon) and women’s basketball soon despite access and demand growth because folks are doing the same dumb shit that’s been done with mens sports. Five entities cant cover the whole sport or tell stories.
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I imagine the people who would want to cover this game exist. I doubt they are employed to do so. Investing in women's sports has not extended to media.
December 29, 2025 at 3:43 AM
I imagine the people who would want to cover this game exist. I doubt they are employed to do so. Investing in women's sports has not extended to media.
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I've never been more ready for Media Day. They're absolutely gonna reject my credential application, lmao.
December 23, 2025 at 4:46 PM
I've never been more ready for Media Day. They're absolutely gonna reject my credential application, lmao.
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Trinity Rodman is the lone NWSL player in the 2024 Sportspro most marketable list.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Trinity Rodman is the lone NWSL player in the 2024 Sportspro most marketable list.
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The need for Euro validation will lead to the downfall of American WoSo. In this essay, I will…
That list has Mary Earps as more marketable than Trinity Rodman, if you’re wondering how sensible it is
December 23, 2025 at 4:53 PM
The need for Euro validation will lead to the downfall of American WoSo. In this essay, I will…
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It’s almost like the Black players are about to miss out on the money because of this new rubric.
Need someone to verify, but I think this is the list of USWNT players who are eligible for HIP and the first method by which they qualify (several qualify through multiple categories)
Players like Lily Yohannes, Jaedyn Shaw, Catarina Macario, and Alyssa Thompson wouldn't qualify!
Players like Lily Yohannes, Jaedyn Shaw, Catarina Macario, and Alyssa Thompson wouldn't qualify!
December 23, 2025 at 4:56 PM
It’s almost like the Black players are about to miss out on the money because of this new rubric.
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the #NWSL’s criteria for the high-impact player rule isn’t arbitrary per se but it feels a bit silly to read a list like this, especially it almost goes without saying that teams would be targeting this type of player anyway
December 23, 2025 at 4:58 PM
the #NWSL’s criteria for the high-impact player rule isn’t arbitrary per se but it feels a bit silly to read a list like this, especially it almost goes without saying that teams would be targeting this type of player anyway
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American sports thinks that the audience has to be constantly stimulated and assaulted from all senses. It’s really ridiculous going to sporting events and realizing that there’s not one moment where you’re not being overwhelmed by something.
Think my oldest person belief is "you don't always need to blast music in between the action at a sporting event"
December 13, 2025 at 12:25 AM
American sports thinks that the audience has to be constantly stimulated and assaulted from all senses. It’s really ridiculous going to sporting events and realizing that there’s not one moment where you’re not being overwhelmed by something.
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This part makes me very nervous because I feel we're about to let some of our isms shine through here.
What’s even the “certain criteria” here? Instagram followers? Caps?
December 11, 2025 at 5:30 AM
This part makes me very nervous because I feel we're about to let some of our isms shine through here.
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Adrian Gonzalez didn't get that one right. The extended time with 10 while Hershfelt got treatment, having her come back on when her step was gone, it all led to that Gotham goal
November 23, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Adrian Gonzalez didn't get that one right. The extended time with 10 while Hershfelt got treatment, having her come back on when her step was gone, it all led to that Gotham goal
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People are going to be critical of the Spirit not making a change, and if that result holds, it’s a valid talking point…
But this stat is a bigger talking point for me, along with the fact that through 80, the Spirit don’t have a shot on target. Not going to win a lot of games when that’s the case.
But this stat is a bigger talking point for me, along with the fact that through 80, the Spirit don’t have a shot on target. Not going to win a lot of games when that’s the case.
The Washington Spirit have yet to score on Gotham FC in 2025
November 23, 2025 at 3:05 AM
People are going to be critical of the Spirit not making a change, and if that result holds, it’s a valid talking point…
But this stat is a bigger talking point for me, along with the fact that through 80, the Spirit don’t have a shot on target. Not going to win a lot of games when that’s the case.
But this stat is a bigger talking point for me, along with the fact that through 80, the Spirit don’t have a shot on target. Not going to win a lot of games when that’s the case.
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It's official! Our chapter co-chair Mikal Goodman has been re-elected to Pontiac City Council representing District 3!
Want to be a part of getting socialists into office? Click to join DSA here: go.dsausa.org/metrodetroit
Want to be a part of getting socialists into office? Click to join DSA here: go.dsausa.org/metrodetroit
November 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM
It's official! Our chapter co-chair Mikal Goodman has been re-elected to Pontiac City Council representing District 3!
Want to be a part of getting socialists into office? Click to join DSA here: go.dsausa.org/metrodetroit
Want to be a part of getting socialists into office? Click to join DSA here: go.dsausa.org/metrodetroit
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If TERFism is allowed into the NWSL, it will 100% be on Jessica Berman
November 15, 2025 at 12:56 AM
If TERFism is allowed into the NWSL, it will 100% be on Jessica Berman
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turn this up
Live your life in a way that you don't ever end up on Marta's shitlist
November 11, 2025 at 2:14 AM
turn this up
That was not offside. Wow.
November 8, 2025 at 5:31 PM
That was not offside. Wow.
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You caused this, Berman. Protecting player after my ass.
Time to get to work
Time to get to work
November 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
You caused this, Berman. Protecting player after my ass.
Time to get to work
Time to get to work
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And THIS is why I said at least every captain needed to speak and be unified. Guess who is gonna get the hate from the Fox News crowd now? Sarah Gorden, that's who. The only Black captain. Okay, going back to work now.
Fox News has picked up Elizabeth Eddy’s column, and the response from the Angel City players.
I’m hearing Eddy will appear on Fox and Friends tomorrow morning.
I’m hearing Eddy will appear on Fox and Friends tomorrow morning.
November 3, 2025 at 11:34 PM
And THIS is why I said at least every captain needed to speak and be unified. Guess who is gonna get the hate from the Fox News crowd now? Sarah Gorden, that's who. The only Black captain. Okay, going back to work now.
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FT: Chicago Stars FC 2-1 Angel City. Ally Schlegel's last-minute goal finishes off Chicago Stars FC's 2025 season with a win at home. Alyssa Naeher & many more are free agents & the Stars have a massive offseason ahead. #WithTheStars #NWSL
Chicago Stars FC vs Angel City FC Decision Day empty stadium picture #WithTheStars #NWSL
November 3, 2025 at 12:24 AM
FT: Chicago Stars FC 2-1 Angel City. Ally Schlegel's last-minute goal finishes off Chicago Stars FC's 2025 season with a win at home. Alyssa Naeher & many more are free agents & the Stars have a massive offseason ahead. #WithTheStars #NWSL