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Women’s Football Hub
by womensfootballhub8
A podcast about all things performance in women’s football. Topics include sports medicine, physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation, sports science, strength & conditioning, sports nutrition, sports psychology and sports podiatry.
Episodes
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#086 Wearables and female athletes with Dr Paul Bowell
Wearable technology is now a normal part of modern sport, but how is it affecting female athletes? In this episode, Carolyn Kent is joined by Dr Paul Bowell from Swinburne University of Technology to explore the growing use of GPS trackers, heart rate monitors, wellness questionnaires, sleep...
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#085 Long term activity development with Maria Omma
In this episode, Carolyn Kent is joined by Maria Omma, an experienced strength and conditioning coach, to explore the shift from long-term athletic development to long-term activity development. They discuss how traditional performance-focused models often overlook the realities of human...
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#084 Pregnancy and return to sport post partum with Dr Sinead Dufour
In this episode, Carolyn Kent speaks with Dr Sinead Dufour about pregnancy and return to play in elite sport, with a focus on new research from the FIFA Female Health Project. Together, they explore how practitioners can move away from overly cautious, time-based restrictions and instead use...
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#083 Disordered eating with Dr Carly Perry
Disordered eating is more common in women’s football than many people realise, yet it is frequently misunderstood, normalised or missed entirely. In this episode, Carolyn Kent is joined by Dr Carly Perry to explore the complex relationship between food, performance and mental health in the…
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#082 Sex differences after ACL reconstruction with Dr Anne Leung
In this episode of Women’s Football Hub, Carolyn Kent sits down with Dr. Anne Leung to discuss sex differences in outcomes following ACL reconstruction, and what they mean for athletes and clinicians working in women’s sport. Dr. Leung shares insights from her PhD research on quadriceps...
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#081 Team Resilience in Women’s Football – with Dr Adrienn Szabadics
In this episode of the Women's Football Hub psychology series, host Dr Ian Cookson welcomes Dr Adrienn Szabadics, Chartered Sport Psychologist and researcher in team resilience. Dr Szabadics shares insights from her research on resilience within elite women’s football environments. They discuss…
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#080 The benefits of football for older women with Carol Bates
In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub podcast, host Carolyn Kent welcomes Carol Bates, founder of Old Girls Play Too and Crawley Old Girls (COGS). Carol has become one of the leading voices championing recreational football for women aged 40+, 50+, 60+ and beyond. Carol shares her journey...
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#079 The legal side of brain injury in football with Steven Debonis
In this powerful episode, host Carolyn Kent speaks with attorney Steven DeBonis of Cordisco & Saile about the growing legal landscape surrounding traumatic brain injury (TBI) in football. With rulings such as the UK’s Gordon McQueen inquest and decades of concussion litigation in the United…
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#078 Female health in the grassroots with Sarah Thorne
In this episode, host Carolyn Kent speaks with pelvic health expert Sarah Thorne about one of the most overlooked areas in women’s and girls’ sport: female health at grassroots level. With tens of thousands of young girls entering the game, understanding how puberty, menstrual cycles, pelvic...
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#077 Building a franchise with Jim Gooley
In this in‑depth conversation, Carolyn speaks with Jim Gooley, a central figure in the evolution of several major women’s football franchises in the United States. From the early days of the New Jersey Wildcats to the rise of Gotham FC, Jim has witnessed and helped shape the landscape of the...
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#076 Neck Training with Theo Versteegh
In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub podcast, host Carolyn Kent is joined by internationally recognised physiotherapist, researcher, and CTO of TopSpin Technologies, Dr. Theo Versteegh, to explore why the neck may be one of the most underestimated areas in athlete preparation particularly…
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#075 Hypothalamic Amenorrhea with Greta Jarvis
Hypothalamic Amenorrhea in Female Football: What Every Athlete and Coach Needs to Know In this episode of Women’s Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent speaks with Greta Jarvis, nutrition and public health expert and founder of the Center for Active Women. Together they unpack Hypothalamic Amenorrhea...
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#074 Identity and belonging with Dr Ian Cookson
Identity & Belonging with Dr Ian Cookson In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent sits down with Dr Ian Cookson, sport psychologist and host of our psychology series, for a deep and honest conversation about identity, belonging, and the evolving culture of football.…
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#073 Why we should relax our pelvic floor with Chloe Evans
In this episode of Women’s Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent is joined by women’s health physiotherapist and Pilates instructor Chloe Evans to discuss the often‑ignored but hugely important topic of pelvic floor relaxation. Many women - especially athletes - experience pelvic floor symptoms despite...
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#072 The importance of sleep in football with Dr Kirstie Anderson
Sleep isn’t just rest it’s a performance enhancer. In this episode of Women's Football Hub, Carolyn Kent talks to Dr. Kirstie Anderson, a leading sleep specialist and neurologist, about the science behind sleep and its impact on football. We dive into why sleep matters for memory, mood, and...
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#071 Nutrition what to know when you're injured with Phil Woodbridge
When footballers get injured, the first instinct is often to cut calories but is that the right move? In this episode, Carolyn Kent talks with sports nutritionist Phil Woodbridge about why nutrition matters during recovery and how athletes can avoid common mistakes. Topics include: Energy balance...
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#070 Groin pain with Christos Pippas
In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent is joined by Christos Pippas, a physiotherapist and PhD researcher specialising in longstanding groin pain. Together, they unpack the complexities of groin injuries in football, including adductor, iliopsoas, pubic, and inguinal-related...
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#069 ACL Injury timing and its relationship to fatigue with Wyatt Hampstead
In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent speaks with PhD researcher Wyatt Hampstead about his recent study analyzing 208 ACL injuries across professional women's football. They discuss why most ACL injuries happen in the first half, the biomechanical and tactical factors at…
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#068 Concussion in the grassroots with Dr Stephanie Adams
In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent is joined by Dr. Stephanie Adams, neuropsychologist and founder of concussED, to discuss the evolution of concussion guidance in grassroots sport over the past decade. From the tragic story of Benjamin Robinson to the...
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#067 Player care with Tracey Smith
In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent speaks with Tracey Smith, founder of Player Care Support Services, about the essential role of off-pitch support in football. From helping players settle into new countries to supporting their families and mental wellbeing,...
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#066 Trauma and somatic psychology with Lucy Burdin
In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, Dr. Ian Cookson is joined by Lucy Burdin, a freelance sports psychologist with experience at Arsenal Women’s Academy and London City Lionesses. Together, they explore the psychological demands of goalkeeping, the impact of trauma and somatic...
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#065 Goalkeeping Talent ID - With Harry Watson
In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent is joined by Harry Watson, Women's Goalkeeping Talent Coach at the FA, to shine a spotlight on the art and science of identifying and developing goalkeeping talent in the women's game. They discuss: The FA’s “Discover My…
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#064 Acquired brain injury in football - The injury time report with Dr Paul Pearson
In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent speaks with Dr Paul Pearson, whose Injury Time Report investigates the impact of acquired brain injuries on footballers in Scotland. Drawing from interviews with nine players, including those diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's, Dr...
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#063 Safeguarding in the WSL with Lauren McMurchie from Kyniska Advocacy
In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent speaks with Lauren McMurchie, safeguarding lead at Kyniska Advocacy and former professional footballer, about the pioneering safeguarding initiative now being delivered in partnership with the Barclays Women's Super League....
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#062 Return to performance pathway with Andrew Mitchell
In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub Podcast, Carolyn Kent sits down with Andrew Mitchell, an experienced sports physiotherapist who has worked with RB Leipzig and co-authored the 2024 paper A Return to Performance Pathway for Professional Soccer: A Criteria-Based Approach. Together, they...
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#061 Wellbeing in football with Jenny Coe
Title: Wellbeing in Football with Jenny Coe: Performance Through Wellbeing Episode summary: Host Carolyn Kent speaks with performance psychologist Jenny Coe (West Ham United, UK Sport, former Performance Wellbeing Lead at The FA; now Senior Lead for Workforce Development) about the foundations of...
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#060 Athletic development - What do young females need? With Erica Mulholland
Athletic Development – What Do Young Females Need? With Erica Mulholland (Instagram: @fitsoccerqueen.), USA Masters sprinter, strength & speed coach, and host of The Strong Female Athlete. In this episode, Carolyn Kent sits down with Erica to explore how to build stronger, faster, more resilient...
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#059 Sports science series - Physical Preparation with Andrew Wiseman
In this episode of Women’s Football Hub, Carolyn Kent sits down with sports scientist Andrew Wiseman to discuss the physical preparation of female players. With years of experience in elite football – including the WSL, academies, and international environments – Andrew offers valuable insights...
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#058 Choosing the right football boot with Dr Danyon Loud
Are your boots helping your game or putting you at risk? In this week’s episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, Carolyn Kent is joined by Dr Danyon Loud, a football boot researcher and sports engineer from the University of Adelaide, to discuss what really matters when choosing football…
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#057 Sports science series - Why it's not all about technology with Jo Clubb
In this episode, sports science consultant Jo Clubb (Global Performance Insights) joins Carolyn Kent to discuss the real purpose of sports science — and why it's not just about collecting data. From elite football to the NFL and NHL, Jo shares stories and insights on performance, communication,...
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#056 GLP-1 Drugs (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) and Female Athletes with Emily Shears and Dr Jessica Beal Stahl
In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent is joined by Dr Jessica Beal Stahl and sports pharmacist Emily Shears for a critical conversation about GLP-1 receptor agonists – better known as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. We unpack: How these drugs work in the body Why...
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#055 Sleep posture - Controlling the controllables with Louise Rogerson and Team GB Cyclist Katy Marchant
Sleep Posture: Controlling the Controllables with Louise Rogerson and Team GB Olympian Katy Marchant In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent is joined by neurological physiotherapist Louise Rogerson (Chief Clinical Officer at Levitex) and Team GB Olympic track…
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#054 New PhD Investigating the menstrual cycle in football with Julia Donnelly
Menstrual health isn’t a “nice to have” in football – it’s essential. In this episode of Women’s Football Hub, we’re joined by sports scientist Julia Donnelly – head of performance at Athlete Focused and soon-to-be Dr Donnelly – who’s just completed a PhD investigating the menstrual cycle in...
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#053 Sport Psychology Series - Acceptance and Commitment Theory with Mark Eastup
This week on the Women’s Football Hub Podcast, Dr Ian Cookson is joined by sport and exercise psychologist in training Mark Eastup for a brilliant deep dive into Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — a modern, values-driven approach that’s making waves in performance sport. Mark shares his...
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#052 Coaching Series - The 3 R's with Andy Driscoll UEFA A licensed coach
: 🎧 UEFA A Coach Andy Driscoll on Coaching, Confidence & the 3 Rs Framework In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub Podcast, host Carolyn Kent speaks with UEFA A Licensed coach Andy Driscoll about his coaching journey, the realities of the badge pathway, and how his 3 Rs framework –...
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#051Safeguarding - with Sally O'Donnell
🎙 Podcast Title: Safeguarding in Football with Sally O'Donnell 📍 Episode Summary: In this essential episode of the Women's Football Hub podcast, host Carolyn Kent speaks with safeguarding consultant Sally O'Donnell about the importance of safeguarding across all levels of football—from…
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#050 ACL injuries in female youth players - The surgeon's perspective with Miss Morgan Bailey
🎙️ “ACL Injuries in Female Youth Players” – with Miss Morgan Bailey 🗣️ Hosted by Carolyn Kent and student co-host Lotte Black 🔹 Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, we’re joined by Miss Morgan Bailey – a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon and chair of the Women’s…
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#049 Sport Psychology Series Intuition with Melissa Dhillon
🎙️ Episode Title: Intuition with Melissa Dhillon Hosted by Dr Ian Cookson Guest: Melissa Dhillon, Chartered Sport and Exercise Scientist & MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology Listen now at www.womensfootballhub.com or on your favourite podcast app 🔑 Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr Ian...
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#048 ACL Recovery & Resilience in Young Female Athletes” – with Elliot Greenberg & Dr. Ted Ganley
🎙️ “Rebuilding Stronger: ACL Recovery & Resilience in Young Female Athletes” – with Elliot Greenberg & Dr. Ted Ganley 🗣️ Hosted by Carolyn Kent, co-hosted by Lindsey Cornish 🔹 Episode Summary: In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent and co-host Lindsey Cornish are joined by...
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#47 New Research an evaluation of nutritional practices and energy requirements of elite female soccer players - Dr Sam McHaffie
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sam McHaffie, performance nutritionist at Manchester City Women and recent PhD graduate from Liverpool John Moores University. We unpack the findings from his four-part PhD exploring nutrition and energy availability in elite female footballers—from…
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#046 Sport Psychology Series - Inside the Referee Mindset: Psychology, Pressure & Performance with PGMOL’s Kayleigh Dougan & Sue Jones
🎙️ Podcast Title: "Inside the Referee Mindset: Psychology, Pressure & Performance with PGMOL’s Kayleigh Dougan & Sue Jones" 👥 Guests: Kayleigh Dougan – Performance Psychologist, PGMOL Dr. Sue Jones – Performance Psychologist, PGMOL 🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Ian Cookson sits down...
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#045 Sports medicine series - Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-s) with Velvet Klass
🎙️ Podcast Title: "Spotlight on REDs: Female Football, Menstrual Health & Multidisciplinary Support with Velvet Klass" 👤 Guest: Velvet Klass – PhD Candidate at Flinders University, researching REDs and multidisciplinary support in elite women’s football. 🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode…
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#044 Sports Psychology Series - Transitions and critical moments with Louis Ross
🎙️ Women's Football Hub Podcast – Sports Psychology Series: Transitions & Critical Moments 🎧 Hosted by: Dr. Ian Cookson 🎤 Guest: Louis Ross (Sports Psychologist | Loughborough DICE Program | Formerly with Bristol City Women) Episode Overview In this episode of the Women's Football Hub Podcast,...
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#043 The role of Sports Pharmacy in women's football with Emily Shears & Dr Jessica Beal-Stahl
🎙️ The Role of Sports Pharmacy in Women's Football Guests: Emily Shears & Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl Host: Carolyn Kent Episode Overview: Pharmacy might not be the first thing you think of in sport, but medications, supplements, and chronic disease management all play a crucial role in performance.…
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#042 Pregnancy & Motherhood Series - Hannah Poulton C Sections
Recovery & Return to Sport with Hannah Poulton 🎙️ Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙️ Guest: Hannah Poulton, Director of HLP Therapy, Women's Health Specialist, and PhD Researcher on C-Section Scarring Episode Overview In this episode of Women's Football Hub, host Carolyn Kent is joined by physiotherapist…
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#041 Pelvic health series - No One Told Me This! Football, Hormones & Health with Michelle Lyons
In this episode of The Women’s Football Hub, host Sarah Thorne sits down with the brilliant Michelle Lyons, physiotherapist, educator, and global women’s health advocate. Together, they dive into one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of female athlete wellbeing: pelvic health and...
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#040 - Sports Psychology Series - Serena MacLeod The psychological side of injury
Sports Psychology Series – The Psychological Return to Football After Injury 🎙 Guest: Dr. Serena MacLeod (Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist) 🎙 Host: Dr. Ian Cookson Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Ian Cookson sits down with Dr. Serena MacLeod to discuss the psychological…
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#039 Research series - So you want to do a PhD? Erin Griffiths Manchester United
🎙️ Women’s Football Hub Podcast – Exploring ACL Injury Research with Erin Griffiths Episode Overview In this episode, Carolyn Kent welcomes a special co-host, Emily Howarth, an MSc Physiotherapy student, for her first podcast appearance! Together, they interview Erin Griffiths, a PhD researcher...
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#038 The History of Women's Football with Clare McEwen
Show Notes – Women’s Football Hub Podcast Episode: The History & Future of Women’s Football with Clare McEwen 🎙️ Host: Carolyn Kent 🎙️ Guest: Clare McEwen – Freelance Sports Writer, Author of She Can Kick It, and Health Researcher at Oxford University Episode Overview In this episode, Carolyn...
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#037 The problem with women's football boots - beyond pink it and shrink it with Dr Amanda Jagielo
The Problem with Women’s Football Boots: Beyond ‘Pink It and Shrink It’ 🎙 Guest: Dr. Amanda Jagielo 🎤 Host: Carolyn Kent Episode Summary In this episode of the Women’s Football Hub podcast, host Carolyn Kent sits down with Dr. Amanda Jagielo, a sports medicine expert and researcher specialising...
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A podcast about all things performance in women’s football. Topics include sports medicine, physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation, sports science, strength & conditioning, sports nutrition, sports psychology and sports podiatry.
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