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Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are back to talk about all the latest Texas women's soccer news. Breaking down the Houston Dash's 4-3 win over the North Carolina Courage, Sarah Lowdon's last win as the acting head coach of the team. Also a discussion on the  FIFA international break as well as how all the absences will affect the NWSL this summer. #NoRacismInSpaceCity #LaToxica #LaJefa #WelcomeTed #LaQueEscapa #SustainableSpencer #GothamFashionRunway #LetsGetDashy #NoMoreSilence #ProtectNWSLPlayers Follow us on twitter: @TheStrikerTexas @LauraGomezNews @Theodore_LH

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are back to talk about the big news of the Houston Dash appointing Juan Carlos Amorós  as its new interim head coach.  Why did the Dash make the move? What's up with the timing and James Clarkson's future in the NWSL? How does Sarah Lowdon fit into the team's plans? PLUS: A little talk about whether or not Houston will be awarded a spot as a host city for the 2026 Men's FIFA World Cup.  #HoustonDashPodcast #NWSL #TexasWomenSoccer #Woso 

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are back talking about the Houston Dash's four-match unbeaten streak.  A 2-0 win in Portland combined with a 1-1 with North Carolina has seen the Dash stabilize in the defense. Is the new 3-4-1-2 formation good for Maria Sanchez? Was it a surprise to see the sudden defensive turnaround under Sarah Lowdon? PLUS: Laura and Theo share their thoughts in the wake of the Uvalde shooting and look ahead to Friday's NWSL match with the Orlando Pride.

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are back talking about the Houston Dash's first win of the NWSL season. A 2-0 win in Kansas City saw Jane Campbell return to form and the Texas team put their defensive woes behind them. Looking back on Sunday's win and the 1-0 loss to San Diego Wave on matchday one, the duo talk about what trends are appearing from Sarah Lowdon's Dash team. Then, a look ahead to next weekend's match with Racing Louisville. PLUS: What's going on with NWSL refereeing and how can it be fixed? Some Liga MX Femenil and fashion talks too. 

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes return for a sombre episode of Just A Dash, looking into the recent suspension of  Houston coach James Clarkson.  The podcast looks into all the information we have it this time, and what the latest NWSL abuse allegation says about the state of the league and its players association. Can we find hope in these low moments? As journalists how do you cover a story like this? PLUS: Jake Smookler from Bayou City Republic joins the podcast to talk about Clarkson's suspension form a fan perspective. 

On this week's Just A Dash Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes look back on the Houston Dash's 2-1 loss to the Kansas City Current. What's going on with H-town's defense, did Shea Groom deserve a yellow card and what are the Dash still playing for with one Challenge Cup match remaining. PLUS: The CONCACAFW Championship and World Cup Qualifying schedule are out. Could Mexico, as hosts, shock the USA? Laura and Theo discuss what smaller nations and matches to look out for. Follow us on Twitter: @TheStrikerTexas @LauraGomezNews @Theodore_LH

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are back after a mini-break to talk about the Houston Dash's stumbling start to the 2022 NWSL season. With just one win after four matches, the Dash sits bottom of the central region and is an unlikely bet to make it to the Challenge Cup semifinals. Is it time to hit the panic button? Or have there been enough positive signs from the team to promise that once the NWSL regular season comes around the team will be ready to thrive? PLUS: Discussion on the new Dash 'City of Futbol' away kit. Is it a fashion triumph or travesty?

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes were joined by Bekki Morgan, Cindy Lara and Claire Watkins to preview the Central Region Group of the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup. The central region will feature the Houston Dash, Racing Louisville, Kansas City Current and the Chicago Red Stars. The three NWSL journalists from Louisville, Kansas City and Chicago respectively all bring their expert analysis and thoughts to Just Dash, ahead of the start of the new season. Learn about all four teams' off-season prep, expectations, fan feelings and players to watch. Follow us on Twitter: @TheStrikerTexas @LauraGomezNews @Theodore_LH

 Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes catch up on all the latest news from Texas women's soccer and beyond. The Houston Dash are in Mexico City for a preseason training tour and a friendly match versus UNAM Pumas of LigaMX Femenil.  (1:00) Laura and Theo catch up about how they're feeling.  (4:30) Talking about the 2022 Texas Soccer Summit. (7:30) Recapping the Dash beating Pumas 1-0 in Mexico City. (12:30) How important is the trip to Mexico for the Houston squad? (18:10) Laura reflects on seeing Sophie Schmidt at center back? (21:15) Seeing Paulina Gramaglia play for the Dash for the first time. (25:00) Highlighting the upcoming Challenge Cup schedule and newly released television listings. (27:45) Extending our love and condolences to the late Katie Meyer's friends and family.  #NoRacismInSpaceCity #LaToxica #LaJefa #WelcomeTed #LaQueEscapa #SustainableSpencer #GothamFashionRunway #LetsGetDashy #NoMoreSilence #ProtectNWSLPlayers Follow us on twitter: @TheStrikerTexas @LauraGomezNews @Theodore_LH

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are joined by Dash fan and sports administration/journalism student Andrea Nava to discuss what the signing of María Sánchez means for Latinx fans and the growth of diversity in the NWSL.  (1:45) Andrea Nava introduces herself to the podcast.  (5:00) Nava talks about how much the fans have taken to María Sánchez. (8:35) Is María Sánchez the biggest signing in Dash history? (12:00) How does Sánchez buy into the city of Houston as well as the team, when compared to past star players? (13:15) How could the NWSL invest more in Latinx coverage? (19:10) Youth soccer, especially youth-women's soccer, is often too expensive for many lower-income. How does this impact Latinx representation? (26:50) Is the future positive for more  representation in the NWSL and U.S. Soccer? (30:00) Predictions for María Sánchez in 2022. #NoRacismInSpaceCity #LaToxica #LaJefa #WelcomeTed #LaQueEscapa #SustainableSpencer #GothamFashionRunway #LetsGetDashy #NoMoreSilence #ProtectNWSLPlayers Follow us on twitter: @TheStrikerTexas @LauraGomezNews @Theodore_LH

Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes were joined by Maggie Ntim (T3 Agency), Katie Goodman (UWS Weekly) and Victor Araiza to talk about the transformative first-ever NWSL CBA.  This podcast was recorded on the night of Jan. 31 live on Twitter spaces.  (0:30) Breaking: NWSL and PA agrees CBA  (3:00) Should it have taken this long for the owners and players to agree on a deal? (10:00) Katie Goodman joins to talk about the CBA, and the retirement of Gabby Kessler. (11:20) Maggie Ntim joins to reflect on what the CBA means for the NWSL players. (14:40) The NWSL couldn't afford a strike right now, the league is moving forward in a much better place. (17:30) Soccer media needs to cover the women's game with the same vigor as the men's. (22:00) The guests weigh in on what the beginning of NWSL free-agency looks like. (31:00) Victor Araiza's adds some context about what MLS free-agency looks like.  #NoRacismInSpaceCity #LaToxica #LaJefa #WelcomeTed #LaQueEscapa #SustainableSpencer #GothamFashionRunway #LetsGetDashy #NoMoreSilence #ProtectNWSLPlayers Follow us on twitter: @TheStrikerTexas @LauraGomezNews @Theodore_LH

Are you ready for the biggest Just A Dash ever? Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes were joined by Dash experts  and podcasters Hayley Snider (@HayleySnider2) and Nicolas Sambaer (@GeneralHosen) for a special Houston Dash 2022 offseason episode.  (2:45) Reactions to the departure of Veronica Latsko to the OL Reign.  (10:50) Favorite Latsko memories while as a Dash player.  (13:05) Should Houston fans be worried that there are no USWNT players on the Dash?  (18:20) Do Houston sports fans care about 'big name' players?  (23:30) Everyone picks a Dash player who could break through onto the USWNT.  (28:30) What's going on with the NWSL CBA, will the NWSLPA go on strike next week? (36:10) Way too early  feelings about the 2022 Houston Dash.  #NoRacismInSpaceCity #LaToxica #LaJefa #WelcomeTed #LaQueEscapa #SustainableSpencer #GothamFashionRunway #LetsGetDashy #NoMoreSilence #ProtectNWSLPlayers Follow us on twitter: @TheStrikerTexas @LauraGomezNews @Theodore_LH