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The international break is over, and Denver Summit FC is back in action with the playoffs on the line! This week on Summit Up, we're recapping how six Summit players represented their countries during international duty, including Melissa Kössler's brace for Germany, Lindsey Heaps captaining the USWNT, and Janine Sonis and Emma Regan suiting up for Canada. Then, we're looking ahead to Saturday's HUGE matchup against Angel City FC at Centennial Stadium. With Denver sitting just four points outside the playoff picture and three matches remaining, every point counts. We're breaking down the playoff scenarios, players to watch, keys to victory, and what the Summit need to do to keep their postseason dreams alive. Plus, a look at Indigenous Peoples Night and everything fans can expect on matchday! The playoff push is ON. Let's Summit Up!

Kali and Matt are back with Groundbreaking news in Peak to Peak, a recap of that reality check against the Kansas City Current and preview the Denver Summit match vs Chicago Stars this weekend. Chapters 00:34 Introduction and Episode Overview 03:20 Naomi Eto's WAFCON Victory and Arrival in Denver 06:03 Recovery of Nahikari Garcia and Jasmine Aikey 06:43 Team Efforts and Community Engagement at the Groundbreaking 08:45 Recap of Groundbreaking Ceremony and Community Impact 16:05 Jen Millet's Speech and Vision for Denver Soccer 23:22 Stadium Construction Timeline and Future Events 23:54 Denver Summit vs Kansas City Current Match Recap 31:11 Playoff Standings and Scenarios 36:01 Upcoming Match Preview: Denver vs Chicago 43:14 Predictions and Goals for the Chicago Match 44:47 Final Predictions and Weekend Plans

Kali and Matt are back to take you Peak to peak on your Denver Summit and NWSL News and Notables, recap that gritty win over Seattle Reign and preview the six point match up against Kansas City Current this weekend. Chapters 00:19 Introduction to Denver Summit FC's recent performance and key topics 04:00 International Call-ups 05:53 Community News & Biscuits 10:17 Seattle Reign Match Recap 24:13 Janine MVP Watch* At the time of this recording, Janine was in 4th for the Golden Boot race; that number has now changed.* 27:42 Playoff Race Breakdown 32:48 Kansas City Current Preview 41:41 Score Predictions 44:52 Final Thoughts & Sign-off

Kali and Matt are back to go Peak 2 Peak on all your Denver Summit news ad notables, recap Bay FC, and preview Seattle Reign. Summit Up! 00:00 Introduction to Denver Summer FC and episode overview 00:52 Welcome & Team Updates 07:29 Bay FC Match Recap 24:24 Supporter Chants & Matchday Banter 30:21 Janine Saunas MVP Case 36:28 Playoff Picture 42:41 Seattle Rain Preview 46:34 Pirate Chef Guest Prediction 52:42 Score Predictions & Rain Game Talk 57:03 Sign-off

Kali and Matt are back from their travels and ready to talk player signings, Denver Summit's toppling of Gotham FC, frustrating draw against Angel City FC, and revenge match against Bay FC. #SummitUp Chapter List 00:48 Introduction and episode overview 03:09 Team updates and Naomi Eto's signing 04:39 Naomi Eto's background and playing style 07:43 Local spots and community highlights 24:40 Match recap: Summit FC's victory over Gotham FC 30:06 Reflections on the Gotham FC game and league standings 32:37 Key moments and player performances 33:38 Match analysis: defensive strategies and key goals 39:26 Post-match thoughts and team morale 44:33 Upcoming match preview: Summit FC vs Bay FC 52:05 League context: U-20 Women's World Cup and player development

00:20 Introduction to Denver Summit FC's recent highlights 03:11 Emma Regan's viral Meg moment 07:02 Media appearances and community engagement 15:19 Injury updates and player transfers 20:04 Game recap: Summit vs Thorns 27:16 Game recap: Summit vs Chicago Stars 34:40 Janine Saunas' record-breaking goals and stats 56:50 Preview of upcoming Gotham match

In this episode: Denver Summit FC vs. San Diego Wave recap, Yazmeen Ryan’s fifth goal of the season, Janine Sonis’ red-hot run of form, Abby Smith’s milestone night, the NWSL playoff picture, and a full Denver Summit FC vs. Portland Thorns preview. Denver Summit FC earned a hard-fought point on the road with a 1-1 draw against San Diego Wave FC, keeping Denver firmly in the 2026 NWSL playoff race. Kali and Matt break down a tale of two halves at Snapdragon Stadium, from Abby Smith’s massive four-save performance and 300th career NWSL save to the growing connection between Janine Sonis and Yazmeen Ryan, who combined for Denver’s second-half equalizer. Was this one point earned or two points dropped? We dig into Nick Cushing’s halftime adjustments, Eva Gaetino and Lindsey Heaps’ injury situations, Denver’s need for scoring beyond Sonis and Ryan, and why this result matters as Summit fights for a postseason spot. Plus, we look ahead to another huge road test against Portland Thorns FC at Providence Park, including the players and matchups to watch. Summit Up is your one-stop shop for Denver Summit FC, the NWSL, women’s soccer in Colorado, and the culture and community of soccer at 5,280 feet.

Kali and Matt are back to recap the latter half of the 3 game match week with thoughts on Denver Summit FC vs North Carolina Courage and Utah Royals. Then they jump in to preview a revenge bout with San Diego Wave. #SummitUp CHAPTERS 00:48 Introduction to Episode and Main Topics 04:57 Soccer Transfers: Faith Weber and Lourdes Sposch 09:00 Team Roster Changes and Injury Updates 17:10 Game Recap: North Carolina Courage vs Summit FC 23:29 Game Recap: Utah Royals vs Summit FC 32:15 Player Highlights and Key Moments 33:23 Team Strategies and Future Outlook 36:37 Analyzing Recent Matches and Team Performance 37:40 Player Health and Team Morale 39:50 Key Player Contributions and Development

Kali & Matt are back to go Peak 2 Peak on Denver Summit FC News & Notables. recap TWO Matches in the away day to Washington Spirit and the home game against Boston Legacy. Then we'll preview the Wednesday night fight against a familiar foe in North Carolina Courage. #SummitUp 00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Key Topics 01:01 Jasmine Ike's Return and Recovery Timeline 04:24 Gemma Bonner Joins Denver Summit FC 09:32 Approach to the Summer Transfer Window 12:00 Washington Spirit Game Recap and Personal Highlights 30:15 Match Analysis: Denver Summit vs Boston Legacy 52:12 Post-Game Press Conference Insights 56:12 Upcoming Match Preview: North Carolina Courage 59:13 North Carolina Courage Team Overview and Key Players

Kali & Matt are back to talk Lindsey Heaps and the Centennial Stadium Debut! We recap that epic Portland Thorns Match and Preview The Trip To DC to face the Washington Spirit. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 00:32 Lindsay Heaps' debut and leadership on the field 06:47 Team tactics and performance analysis 12:27 Match controversies and key moments 15:04 Goals, highlights, and fan reactions 19:30 Player performances and team dynamics 51:31 Upcoming game preview: Denver Summit vs Washington Spirit 58:32 Predictions and final thoughts 01:11:48 Stadium experience and fan feedback 01:19:48 Closing remarks and social media links

Kali and Matt go Peak 2 Peak on News & Notables, Recap the 2-2 draw against Houston Dash, Preview Lindsey Heaps' debut against Sophia Wilson and The Portland Thorns, and tell you what you need to know heading into your first Centennial Stadium game day experience. #SummitUp Chapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 04:48 Match recap: Denver Summit FC vs Houston Dash 11:57 Second half analysis and key moments 13:33 Turning Stats into Wins 23:41 Team Response and Accountability 25:23 Building Cohesion and Relationships 27:40 Lindsay Heaps' debut and team expectations 30:01 Upcoming game against Portland Thorns and strategic insights 45:46 Predictions and final thoughts on the match 52:08 Stadium logistics, parking, and fan tips 59:43 Closing remarks and social media links

Kali and Matt go Peak 2 Peak on Denver Summit FC news and notables, recap Lindsey Heaps' first open training and media press conference, talk the whopping 0-3 loss against Kansas City Current, what went wrong and how to fix it, then preview the upcoming, last match at Dick's Sporting Goods Park, against Houston Dash. CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome to Summit Up 01:06 New Faces in Training 06:31 Free Agency Insights 16:37 Game Recap: Kansas City Current 20:07 Looking Ahead: Women's World Cup 2027 28:15 Navigating the Challenges of a Young Team 29:58 Building Consistency and Identity 30:53 Highlighting Individual Performances 34:33 The Importance of Goalkeeping 36:01 Tactical Adjustments and Team Dynamics 39:01 Learning from Tough Losses 41:01 Looking Ahead to Upcoming Matches 57:08 Anticipating the Houston Matchup 58:35 Table Watch and Playoff Implications

Denver Summit FC is back from the international break, and there's a lot to catch up on. From an inside look at the club's brand-new world-class training facility to first-half season superlatives and bold second-half predictions, this episode is packed with everything Summit supporters need before the action resumes. On this episode of Summit Up, we take you behind the scenes of the grand opening of Denver Summit FC's new CommonSpirit Performance Center, breaking down the intentional design, player-first philosophy, recovery technology, and what having a permanent home means for the future of the club. We also discuss Denver Summit FC's continued commitment to the community through Pride celebrations, international call-ups for several players, and what fans can expect as the club prepares for the highly anticipated opening of Centennial Stadium, including the expected debut of hometown star Lindsay Heaps. Then it's time for our First Half Superlatives! We reveal our picks for Offensive Player, Defensive Player, Rookie of the First Half, MVP, Unsung Heroine, Best Goal, Best Match, and Favorite Moment from an unforgettable inaugural season so far. Plus, we share listener-inspired debates, behind-the-scenes stories from the Season Ticket Member event, and plenty of laughs along the way. We make our second-half predictions, including breakout stars, Golden Boot favorites, playoff expectations, and which players we think are about to take another leap as Denver pushes toward the postseason. Finally, we preview Denver Summit FC's return from the international break against the Kansas City Current, and discuss the biggest storylines, key matchups, and what we're watching for as the club begins its playoff push. From breakout stars to Golden Boot favorites and postseason expectations, we share our bold predictions for the rest of the season. Whether you've been following Denver Summit FC since day one or are just jumping aboard the fastest-growing club in the NWSL, this episode is your ultimate midseason check-in before an exciting second half begins. Chapters00:00 Welcome Back & Peak to Peak Updates 03:58 Inside Denver Summit FC's New Training Facility 22:10 Pride Weekend, International Duty & Club News 35:00 Season Ticket Member Event Highlights 42:15 First Half Superlatives: MVPs, Best Moments & Biggest Surprises 1:02:30 Second Half Predictions & Playoff Outlook

Description: What does it take to build a championship-caliber team before the wins ever come? In this episode of Summit Up, we look beyond the scoreboard to explore the leadership, culture, and community foundations shaping Denver’s newest professional women’s soccer team. Kali and Matt sit down with Amanda and Lizzie, co-founders of A Better Monday, a Denver-based leadership coaching company, to discuss how lessons from sports translate to the workplace and everyday leadership. T Together, they unpack why culture comes before results, how psychological safety creates stronger teams, and why the most successful organizations are built around trust, belonging, and shared purpose. From Denver Summit FC’s inaugural season and the power of fan connection to leadership transitions, team identity, and building something from the ground up, this conversation explores what businesses, coaches, athletes, and leaders can learn from the world of women’s sports. In this episode, we discuss: • Why “culture eats strategy for breakfast” and how strong cultures drive results • How Denver Summit FC is creating a community-first identity from day one • What psychological safety looks like on a team and why it matters • The difference between a workplace “family” and a healthy community • How leaders can communicate with clarity, purpose, and empathy • What businesses can learn from sports teams about belonging and collaboration • Navigating change, leadership transitions, and the next chapter for Denver Summit FC Whether you’re a Denver Summit FC fan, a women’s sports supporter, a leader, or someone passionate about building better teams, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people and principles creating something special in Denver. Follow Summit Up for more conversations about Denver Summit FC, women’s soccer, and the culture behind the club. Chapters 00:00 Exploring Leadership and Community in Sports 04:10 The Importance of Culture Over Results 10:38 Building Genuine Connections in Sports 15:20 The Dangers of 'Family' Culture in Companies 21:59 Tangible Lessons from Sports for Businesses 23:21 The Joy of Play in Sports and Life 28:13 Transforming Workplaces Through Playfulness 36:01 Understanding Team Dynamics and Phases 39:51 The Importance of Communication in Leadership 49:23 Navigating Team Transformations 55:15 Building Community and Trust 01:03:00 Empowering Women Leaders in Sports

Denver Summit FC heads into the break on a high after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Racing Louisville FC, and we're breaking down everything from a massive night on the road. On this episode of Summit Up, we dive into the match recap, postgame press conference takeaways, and the team-wide performance that showcased just how far this squad has come. We discuss the patience and passing patterns that unlocked Louisville's defense, the tactical evolution of Denver Summit FC under the current system, and what this result means for the NWSL table heading into the second half of the season. Plus, we celebrate Ally Brazier's special match-winning goal, highlight standout performances across the pitch, and examine the professionalism and maturity this team continues to display in pressure moments. We also touch on Denver's Pride celebrations, community engagement efforts, and why this club is building something bigger than results on the field. Finally, we look ahead to upcoming matches, second-half expectations, and exciting future episodes featuring special guests and deeper conversations around women's soccer in Denver. Whether you're a longtime Summit supporter or new to Denver Summit FC, this episode has everything you need to stay connected with the club, the players, and the growing women's soccer community. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Summit Up and Match Preview 09:49 Summit vs Racing Louisville Match Recap 18:53 Postgame Insights and Player Highlights 36:29 Looking Ahead: Future Matches and Community Engagement 40:06 Fan Involvement and Upcoming Special Episodes