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Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast: Is Pittsburgh now on a fast track to women’s pro soccer and more burning questions with Rachael Kriger

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Pittsburgh Soccer Now‘s Rachael Kriger, who also contributes to Equalizer Soccer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and serves as color commentator for Pitt women’s soccer match broadcasts, joins John Krysinsky to tackle some questions about the women’s game — both as it relates to the Pittsburgh area, nationally and internationally.

Together John and Racheal discuss the following:

  • As Pittsburgh Riveters SC prepare to kick off its inaugural campaign, will the excitement and momentum result in paving the way toward women’s pro soccer team in Pittsburgh?
  • More from Rachael’s interview with Amanda Vandervort, USL Super League President, and her feature story on Super League for Equalizer Soccer 
  • Thoughts about Riveters and Steel City FC entering the W-League
  • Pitt alums and Pittsburgh-area natives making their mark in the pros
  • Can USL Super League find its place on the U.S. Soccer landscape
  • Thoughts on potential development of US Women’s Open Cup
  • College women’s soccer programs face challenges in building rosters with NCAA rules changes
  • USWNT: SheBelieves Cup and more

 

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John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

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