64 episodes

The Late Sub with Claire Watkins brings you the latest news and freshest takes in women’s sports. This is the weekly rundown you’ve been missing, covering the USWNT, NWSL, WNBA, college hoops, and whatever else is popping off in women’s sports each week. Special guest appearances with the biggest names in women’s sports make The Late Sub a must-listen for every fan. 

You can find every episode of the Late Sub on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your audio. Follow Claire on X/Twitter @ScoutRipley and subscribe to the Just Women’s Sports newsletter for more.

The Late Sub with Claire Watkins Just Women's Sports

    • Sports
    • 4.9 • 1.2K Ratings

The Late Sub with Claire Watkins brings you the latest news and freshest takes in women’s sports. This is the weekly rundown you’ve been missing, covering the USWNT, NWSL, WNBA, college hoops, and whatever else is popping off in women’s sports each week. Special guest appearances with the biggest names in women’s sports make The Late Sub a must-listen for every fan. 

You can find every episode of the Late Sub on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your audio. Follow Claire on X/Twitter @ScoutRipley and subscribe to the Just Women’s Sports newsletter for more.

    Breaking down the March Madness bracket, plus winners and loser from NWSl’s opening weekend

    Breaking down the March Madness bracket, plus winners and loser from NWSl’s opening weekend

    Claire jumps into the women’s March Madness bracket and why Iowa’s path to the Final Four is absolutely stacked. Claire discusses the importance of conference tournaments on seeding and why USC could be set to go on a run. Then, she breaks down the opening weekend of NWSL play, including her winners and losers from the first slate of games.

    • 40 min
    LSU-South Carolina fallout, winners and losers of the USWNT’s Gold Cup victory, and NWSL season preview

    LSU-South Carolina fallout, winners and losers of the USWNT’s Gold Cup victory, and NWSL season preview

    Claire breaks down the LSU-South Carolina drama and why Kim Mulkey’s comments might be a smokescreen for the Tigers’ bigger issues. Then, she reacts to the USWNT’s Gold Cup win and what it means for both the team and individual players hoping to make the Olympics. Last, Claire wraps with a quick NWSL preview ahead of this weekend’s Challenge Cup battle.

    • 44 min
    The USWNT has found a formula that works

    The USWNT has found a formula that works

    Claire Watkins reacts to the USWNT’s 3-0 win over Colombia, highlighting the team’s mentality, as well as the veteran performances of Alex Morgan and Alyssa Naeher. Claire also praises Jaedyn Shaw while discussing how the win highlighted the USWNT’s ability to thread the needle with their roster. Claire then turns to college basketball to explain why Caitlin Clark made the right move in going pro (and why Cameron Brink should as well). Finally, Claire looks ahead to the tournament, before ending with a note on the importance of referees.

    • 42 min
    Bonus Episode: The Shifting College Basketball Landscape

    Bonus Episode: The Shifting College Basketball Landscape

    Welcome to a bonus episode of The Late Sub! Recorded on Monday, Feb. 26, Claire gets into some of the big college basketball picture after teams struggled to grind out wins late in the regular season. Then, she breaks down the big decisions facing college seniors. Finally, she takes a look at the larger happenings in global football, and wonders if Spain are the clear frontrunners for the Olympics.

    • 25 min
    Honest USWNT thoughts with Sandra Herrera

    Honest USWNT thoughts with Sandra Herrera

    In this special, USWNT-only edition of The Late Sub, Claire breaks down the team’s 2-0 loss to Mexico, and why it felt like a game from the Andonovski era. Then, Claire is joined by CBS Sports’ Sandra Herrera to discuss the Gold Cup more broadly and why the USWNT needs to fully embrace their inexperienced youth.

    • 48 min
    Caitlin Clark… GOAT? Plus: Mia Fishel reaction and more USWNT predictions

    Caitlin Clark… GOAT? Plus: Mia Fishel reaction and more USWNT predictions

    Claire reflects on Caitlin Clark’s position in college basketball history after she passes Kelsey Plum for the scoring record. She also touches on Geno Auriemma’s latest milestone, Paige Buecker’s returning, and Brittney Griner’s overdue jersey retirement. Then, Claire dives into the USWNT, previewing the Gold Cup and who she wants to see on the field while also discussing Mia Fishel’s torn ACL. She also reflects on Lindsey Horan’s comments about American fans and the USWNT’s captain’s apology. To wrap up, Claire celebrates Sabrina's stand-out showing in her 3-point shootout with Steph Curry at NBA All-Star.

    • 1 hr 1 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
1.2K Ratings

1.2K Ratings

Sreuter49 ,

Women’s Sports Analysis

Love to hear analysis of the women's game - thank you!! Would love to hear the PWHL included in the future.

geogal217 ,

Yes for this analysis

I loved Kelley, Midge, Sam, and Lynn’s voices in their JWS podcasts but the Late Sub has the analysis that I had been craving. (I know all the shows have different purposes!). I think there is an edge that is there since she hasn’t been a pro player herself and isn’t worried about talking about her friends and teammates like the others may have been. Loved, loved, loved the quick and speedy recaps and also the thorough explanations of how games and tournaments are setup. I feel like the podcasts hosted by players often skipped over that since it’s second nature for them. I would say that Claire might be good with a co-host who is on her high-level to add some banter to the show!

huey256& ,

Claire rules

Great analysis, love the topics covered. Feels like Claire has a long future doing pods

Top Podcasts In Sports

Pardon My Take
Barstool Sports
The Bill Simmons Podcast
The Ringer
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Dan Le Batard, Stugotz
New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce
Wave Sports + Entertainment
Club Shay Shay
iHeartPodcasts and The Volume
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast
NoLayingUp.com

You Might Also Like

Laughter Permitted with Julie Foudy
ESPN, Julie Foudy
Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast
CBS Sports, USWNT, NWSL, Soccer, WSL, Women's Soccer
The Women's Game
Men In Blazers
Just Women's Soccer
Just Women's Sports
The RE—CAP Show
RE—INC
Men In Blazers
Men In Blazers | Wondery