Just A Dash
Houston is built different, and so is its soccer. Just A Dash is a new podcast leading the way on all things Houston Dash, the only fully professional women's soccer team in the Lone Star State. Hosted by journalists Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes, Just A Dash is your one stop shop for the best conversation, analysis and stories about the Houston Dash as well as other levels of Texas women's soccer. Just A Dash is presented by The Striker Texas, a soccer news app and website devoted to providing in-depth coverage of Texas MLS, NWSL, USL Championship, colleges, youth...
Current break Dash hearts in dramatic NWSL playoff opening weekend
Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are back to talk about all the latest Texas women's soccer news. On the pod they're joined by Joey Ballewag, The Striker's San Diego Wave FC beat reporter.
The trio break down the dramatic opening weekend of the NWSL playoffs!
For Houston, that meant a stunning exit at the hands of Kansas City. A record-breaking crowd witnessed a dominant Dash fail to take its chances and leave on the wrong side of a 2-1 scoreline.
Checking in on Southern California, the result was flipped. The Wave won its i...
Just A Dash: Houston talk, special Gotham FC guest, and some international ball talk.
Just a Dash is back! Theo Lloyd-Hughe and Laura Gomez, along with a special guest Jenna Tonelli, who covers NJ/NY Gotham FC.
NWSL Midway Point Feelings
Laura Gomez and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are back to talk about all the latest Texas women's soccer news. On the pod they're joined by Joey Ballewag, The Striker's new San Diego Wave FC beat reporter.
The trio break down the Dash's scintillating 4-1 win over the Chicago Red Stars and the Wave's raucous 0-0 with Racing Louisville over the weekend.
Then give their predictions and overall feelings about Houston and San Diego at the NWSL halfway point.
PLUS! International women's football round up and feelings. What we're looking out or this week around the...
Talking Summer 2022 international absences
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.
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Juan Carlos Amorós is Houston's new interim coach, but what does it mean?
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.
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Defensive revival as Houston unbeaten streak rolls on
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.
Jane Campbell stars in Houston win over Kansas City
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...
Reacting to James Clarkson's NWSL suspension, what we know
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.
What's left for Houston in the Challenge Cup?
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.
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Should Houston fans be worried about the Dash's poor start to 2022?
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...
