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Hensley Hancuff, Gotham FC
Jenna Tonelli·October 11, 2022·7 min read

Hensley Hancuff is Ready to Roar in Brisbane

After a full season with Gotham FC, Hensley Hancuff is no longer a rookie. The Oklahoma native was drafted as...
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Jenna Bike, Gotham FC
Jenna Tonelli·September 30, 2022·11 min read

From a Nurse to a Pro, Jenna Bike Reflects on Her First Season with Gotham FC

Jenna Bike is no stranger to adversity. The 24-year-old joined Gotham FC this year and signed her senior contract in...
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Ali Krieger, Michelle Betos, Gotham FC
Alexis Juarez·September 19, 2022·5 min read

Gotham FC’s Losing Streak Continues as They Lose 2-0 to Washington

Gotham FC lost at Audi Field on Saturday night, conceding two second-half goals to the Washington Spirit. Their losing streak is now at 10, having not won a game since the 8th of July away at Racing Louisville. A Defensive First Half The team displayed a great defensive performance in...
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Gotham FC
Emily Higginbotham·September 12, 2022·4 min read

Gotham FC ‘Missing Final Piece’ in 0-1 Loss to Kansas City

On a damp and dreary night at Red Bull Arena, Gotham FC dropped their ninth consecutive game in a 0-1...
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Brian Fleurantin·September 8, 2022·5 min read

What Lessons Can the New York Liberty Take Into 2023?

The 2022 season didn’t end with a championship for the New York Liberty, but they accomplished a lot. The team...
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USWNT, U.S. Women's National Team, United States Women's National tea
Noela Franco·September 6, 2022·6 min read

USWNT vs. Nigeria Second Game Preview: 5 Things To Watch

The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) face Nigeria once more for the second round of their two-set matches. The friendly will be played on Tuesday, September 6th at Audi Field in Washington D.C. at 6pm ET.  On Saturday, the U.S. beat the Super Falcons 4-0 in Kansas City, with goals...
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Gotham FC v NC Courage
Noela Franco·September 6, 2022·6 min read

Gotham FC Lose 0-1 to NC Courage, Unable to Score

Gotham FC lost Sunday afternoon at Red Bull Arena 0-1, conceding a late goal to the North Carolina Courage. A...
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Gotham FC v. Angel City
Noela Franco·August 30, 2022·7 min read

Gotham FC Lose 1-3 to Angel City, With Bad Luck Once Again Following the Team

When a team loses a streak of consecutive games, it is difficult to pinpoint the exact problem. Many times, it...
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Paige Monaghan, Gotham FC
Jenna Tonelli·August 25, 2022·6 min read

At 50 NWSL Appearances, Paige Monaghan is Ready for More

In January 2019, Paige Monaghan was drafted as the number ten overall pick to the team then known as Sky Blue FC. Fast forward to August 2022, through a pandemic and multiple Challenge Cups, and Monaghan has hit 50 NWSL regular season appearances.  “I remember sitting at the draft and...
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Victoria Pickett, Gotham FC, Kansas City
Jenna Tonelli·August 22, 2022·1 min read

Gotham FC Acquires Midfielder Victoria Pickett from KC Current

Today, NJ/NY Gotham FC announced a blockbuster trade acquiring Canadian National Team and Kansas City Current midfielder Victoria Pickett. In...
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Taylor Smith, Gotham FC
Emily Higginbotham·August 18, 2022·4 min read

Gotham FC Find the Positives in 2-1 Loss to Houston Dash

Gotham FC dropped their fifth straight game in a loss to the Houston Dash Wednesday night after a controversial red...
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Kristie Mewis, Gotham FC
Noela Franco·August 18, 2022·5 min read

Gotham FC Hire 2018 Concacaf Women’s Coach of the Year Hue Menzies

If anyone can make miracles happen, it’s Hue Menzies. On Saturday, Gotham FC announced Menzies as interim head coach for the remainder of the 2022 season. The former Jamaican Women’s National Team coach has an extensive soccer background, both as a coach and player.  In a statement released through the...
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