The Late Sub with Claire Watkins Just Women's Sports
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The USWNT’s rebuild has officially begun
Claire breaks down the latest USWNT roster and what it means for the veterans who didn’t make the cut. Then, she dives into WNBA Free Agency and reflects on what happened with Elena Delle Donne. Finally, Claire wraps with an update on Caitlin Clark’s record chase and South Carolina’s convincing win over UConn, before circling back to the USWNT's current state and Lindsey Horan's much-discussed quotes on the team's mentality.
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Love to hear analysis of the women's game - thank you!! Would love to hear the PWHL included in the future.
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!
Claire rules
Great analysis, love the topics covered. Feels like Claire has a long future doing pods