Her Call Podcast

by MK McGee
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A podcast for female sports officials. hercall.substack.com

  1. 1D AGO

    Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling - NBA Official and Creator of RefWell on the Refmasters Platform

    I am thrilled to put this podcast into the world! Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling is a former NBA official with a pretty amazing officiating resume. But what strikes me even more is Lauren’s thoughtfulness and wisdom—and you will see what I mean when you listen in! Lauren worked in the NBA for 10 years, as the third female to ever don the stripes in the league. She talks about the journey that brought her into arenas with thousands, and you’ll find her start was not unlike so many who have wondered what it might be like to dip their toe into officiating. You will find Lauren relatable, and I guarantee you will learn something new through this conversation. It is my privilege to share this with you. Enjoy! Check out the Refmasters platform at https://www.refmasters.com/. Lauren runs the RefWell space! You can also find content at the RefMasters substack here: https://refmasters.substack.com/ ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can visit nsaahome.org for more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    1h 19m

  2. APR 9

    Brittney Hageman - Soccer Official

    On the podcast this month is Brittney Hageman from Omaha, Nebraska! Brittney is an accomplished soccer official who works both high school and NCAA Division I matches. Of her many accolades, none compares to her “soccer grand slam.” Listen in to learn more about this amazing achievement! Brittney also gives back to the game through her work with the Nebraska Referee Development Program, where she trains and mentors the next generation of soccer officials. We had a great conversation about communication on the pitch (or court), and Brittney shares her thoughts on what makes officiating such a gift. I loved talking with Brittney, and I’m so excited to share this with you—enjoy! ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can go to nsaahome.org to find more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    39 min

  3. MAR 12

    Greta Langhenry - Baseball Umpire

    Greta Langhenry is a two-time honors graduate of the Wendelstedt Umpire School and the MiLB Advanced Course. In 2019, Greta became the first female umpire in history to work in the Coastal Plain League and the Florida Collegiate Summer League.1 That being said, Greta is, first and foremost, a flat-out good human being. Harry would be so proud. And I’m proud to know her as well. Muhammad Ali said, “Service to others is the rent you pay for room here on earth,” and I cannot think of anyone who exemplifies this more than Greta. She created Level Ump to serve aspiring female baseball umpires who “want to know they belong.” And she recognizes that baseball is a game that can transcend even the most heinous injustices with her Manzanar project. Take a listen. It will be 43 minutes you won’t regret. ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can go to nsaahome.org to find more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    43 min

  4. FEB 12

    Christin Benson - Wrestling Official

    If there’s one thing I hope you’ve learned from this podcast, it’s that officiating takes grit, and Christin Benson is chock-full of it. Christin is a high school and college wrestling official from Omaha, Nebraska. Although she has worn the stripes for a short period, she brings insight and perspective well beyond her years of experience. Christin and I had a great discussion about overcoming doubt, the benefit of joining confidence with humility, and how she’s established her place in a male-dominated sport. This is a great listen, not just for aspiring female wrestling officials, but for any aspiring official from any sport. Christin is authentic, tough-minded, and deeply committed to her craft—you won’t regret spending time with this episode. Also, be sure to check out THIS piece I posted in August about Christin’s experience in “Fargo”. ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can go to nsaahome.org to find more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    41 min

  5. JAN 8

    The Zebra Sisters - Shannon Eggers, Brooke Schwartz, and Nicole Wagner

    The Her Call Podcast is one year strong, and I couldn’t be more excited to celebrate this milestone with some of my favorite people and dearest friends. Shannon Eggers, Brooke Schwartz, and Nicole Wagner are basketball officials who have become my “tribe” — that small group of people who show up through thick and thin. Shannon, Brooke, and Nicole share their hard-earned wisdom about how to survive on the hardwood, and we discuss the value of female friendship in a male-dominated field. My friends are honest and funny, offering perspective and reassurance that none of us are meant to do this work alone. This episode is a celebration of growth, grit, and the power of finding your people. Enjoy! ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can go to nsaahome.org to find more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    1h 9m

  6. 12/11/2025

    Andrea Kelley - NCAA, NFHS, and USA Swim Official

    When you meet a swim official, you are most likely meeting someone with a generous heart and the volunteer spirit. Andrea Kelley exemplifies this ethos to a T! Like so many swim officials, Andrea started officiating to help out at her kids’ swim meets. What began as an act of kindness has bloomed into, as Andrea calls it, an “expensive hobby”. Andrea is warm-hearted and generous. She is also quite accomplished, with experience officiating at the NCAA Division 1 level and internationally. You will learn a lot about swim officiating and officiating in general from her. Enjoy! ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can go to nsaahome.org to find more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    33 min

  7. 11/13/2025

    Laura Praus, Volleyball Official and NWALA Board Member

    Calling all moms, friends of moms, spouses of moms, kids of moms—do I have a podcast episode for you! This is an episode for anyone and everyone, because we all know a mom, and there are a lot of them in the officiating ranks. Laura Praus, a volleyball official from Nebraska, and I tackle our experience as reffing moms in this open, honest, and vulnerable conversation. Laura is also a board member of the Nebraska Women’s Athletic Leadership Alliance (NWALA) and has valuable insights to share as an athletic leader. She is so smart and so kind, and it was a delight to wade into this fun topic with her. I hope you enjoy! ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can go to nsaahome.org to find more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    1 hr

  8. 10/16/2025

    Kelli Kaps & Heather Lee - Football Officials

    I want to reintroduce two football officials to you on this month’s podcast! Kelli Kaps (Sutherland, NE) and Heather Lee (North Platte, NE) spoke with me recently about their seasons. We had a ton of fun chatting about how they got started as officials, what they’ve been surprised about, and how gosh dang hard it is to find a good pair of football officiating pants. Kelli and Heather are two football moms-turned-officials, and they will inspire you with their grit and humility as we discuss their experiences. And as a bonus, I will share a quick story about how Her Call is making a difference. Tune in! You won’t regret it :) P.S. I highlighted Kelli and Heather last fall in a series called “The One Percent”. Read Kelli’s story HERE and Heather’s story HERE. ---------- Do you want to become a sports official? If you live in Nebraska, you can go to nsaahome.org to find more information. To find contact information for a state association in another state, click here. You can subscribe to Her Call at hercall.substack.com (it's free!). Click the link to learn more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hercall.substack.com

    42 min
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A podcast for female sports officials. hercall.substack.com

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  • Creator
    by MK McGee
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © HC Media
  • Show Website
    Her Call Podcast

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