Zephyr FC's Hope Hisey, Emma Jaskaniec, and Katie Murray

What has this season been like for Zephyr FC?Benji is joined by Hope Hisey, Emma Jaskaniec, and Katie Murray for a wide-ranging conversation about their journeys to Spokane, the team’s recent win over Sporting JAX, and how Zephyr FC can compete and win against any opponent in the USL Super League.They talk through the mentality shift behind the team’s recent performances, the challenges and realities of setbacks like injuries, and how belief and consistency will be critical to this season’s playoff push.The conversation also dives into the personal stories of each player, from draft day emotions and career detours to what it means to build something new in Spokane and connect with a rapidly growing soccer community.This is the most honest and insightful conversation we’ve ever had about Zephyr FC.CHAPTERS0:00 – Intro of Hope, Emma, and Katie and their GIFTS!2:45 – Reign FC, Jess Fishlock's retirement announcement, & player comparisons6:30 – Sporting JAX win: intensity and commitment13:50 – What changed? mentality, tactics & belief19:45 – Early Zephyr days: first game & building the team22:15 – Emma Jaskaniec: draft story & path to Spokane30:45 – Katie Murray: career journey from Europe to America, an untimely ACL injury, her comeback, and her role40:15 – Hope Hisey: her goalkeeper story, mindset & development, and becoming a leader of the team50:00 – The growth & team identity of Zephyr FC52:10 – Playoff push: confidence and consistency down the final stretch54:20 – Community questions1:01:00 – What Hope, Emma, and Katie want to be remembered for1:07:30 – Final reflections + upcoming matchHost: Benji WadeGuests: Hope Hisey, Emma Jaskaniec, and Katie Murray----💸Support the Podcast: https://www.spokanesoccershow.com/donate🔔 Stay Updated:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spokanesoccershow/Discord: https://discord.gg/VHgUPk7jxp