This week’s storylines
Can't Sleep? It's that Triple Espresso
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Visit watchwomenplay.co →Hey hey! 👋🏾 The Triple Espresso is reunited ☕️⚽️, women's pro baseball just made its return after 70 YEARS, and the Portland Fire are at the center of a major WNBA conversation. Big week. Let's get into it! 💜
Mallory Swanson is back on the USWNT roster after giving birth to her daughter Josie in November. She joins Sophia Wilson and Trinity Rodman — who combined for 10 of the US's 12 goals at the Paris Olympics — for June friendlies against Brazil in two 2027 World Cup host cities. Hayes said it best: "We cannot waste a single minute." 🏅
🏒 PWHL Players Association Makes History — The PWHLPA voted to publicly release player salaries for the first time in women's hockey. Only 10 players earned over $100K, led by Ottawa's Emily Clark at $126,090. Many players earned near the league minimum of $37,131, reflecting how early the league still is in its growth. Read more → View salary guide →
🏀 The Portland Fire Roster Situation
Sug Sutton #1, Portland Fire
🔹 What happened: The Fire waived Sug Sutton, Haley Jones, and Kamiah Smalls and elevated German forward Frieda Bühner and English forward Holly Winterburn.
🔹 The conversation: All three waived players are Black American women, sparking a debate about whether the league's growing international roster trend deserves a closer look.
🔹 The organization's stance: The front office says it's a tactical decision — the coaching staff is building a European-style system and selecting players who fit that playbook regardless of nationality.
⚾ Women's Pro Baseball is BACK After 70 Years
Robin Roberts Stadium, Springfield IL
The Women's Pro Baseball League launches August 1st at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, IL with four teams: New York, Boston, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Season tickets are on sale NOW and individual game tickets go on sale June 11. Be a founding fan. 🎉
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WNBA · Tonight
Indiana Fever @ Golden State Valkyries
Caitlin Clark and the Fever head to the Bay for a late-night matchup. West Coast tip-off energy is unmatched. 🔥
Thu · 10 PM ET / 7 PM PT
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NWSL · Friday
Orlando Pride vs. Bay FC
The defending NWSL champions host Bay FC. Free to watch — no excuses! 👀
Fri · 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT
Free!
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WNBA · Saturday
Indiana Fever @ Portland Fire
All eyes on Portland after a big week of headlines. The Fire host the Fever in what's sure to be a watched game. 👀
Sat · 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT
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WLL · Friday
California Palms vs. Maryland Charm
The WLL's inaugural season continues! Two of the league's four teams face off in a Friday night lacrosse matchup. 🥍
Fri · 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT
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NWSL · Sunday
Chicago Stars FC vs. San Diego Wave FC
Mallory Swanson and the Stars host first-place San Diego. Fresh off her USWNT call-up, Mal is in full momentum. 🌟
Sun · 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT
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NWSL · Sunday
Angel City FC vs. North Carolina Courage
Angel City hosts the Courage in a Sunday night matchup that's free to watch. Great way to close out the weekend! ⚽
Sun · 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT
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