This week, we're marking a major milestone: two years of Girls in the Game ! Join us as we reflect on the incredible growth of GITG and how it's shaped us as individuals. We'll talk about how our podcasting journey has honed our skills as sports journalists, from the incredible interviews we've conducted to the invaluable lessons learned. We revisit some of our most memorable episodes and discuss our goals for GITG's future. Plus, we share what we've been up to in the sports world outside of the...
Oct 11, 2024•22 min•Season 5Ep. 5
This week, we interviewed Kat Ellis, the host and producer of "Out of His League." We discussed her innovative show, which showcases the exciting game-day experiences of women in sports. Kat shared her inspiration for creating the show and her journey in the sports industry. We also explored her time at Barstool Sports and her experience producing her own podcast, "Chick University."
Sep 27, 2024•26 min•Season 5Ep. 4
This week we interviewed Megan and Caroline, juniors on Gamecock Swimming. We explored their love for swimming, their paths to USC, and the challenges and rewards of competing at the D1 level. We reflected on the significance of seeing their sport celebrated on the Olympic stage. Lastly, they shared their favorite memories of being a Gamecock!
Sep 20, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 3
This week, we interviewed Kayla Pace, a social media content creator for the New York Mets. Kayla shared her inspiring journey in the sports industry, revealing how she landed her dream job. We talked about her experience creating content for the Connecticut Suns in the WNBA, where she showcased the incredible talent and stories of the players. Kayla also gave us a behind-the-scenes look at her current role with the Mets and offered invaluable advice for aspiring journalists looking to break int...
Sep 13, 2024•36 min
This week we interviewed professional soccer player Jyllissa Harris of the Houston Dash. Jyllissa shared her journey from a young soccer enthusiast to a professional athlete. She reflected on her time at the University of South Carolina and the excitement of being the 22nd overall draft by the Houston Dash in 2023. We discussed the challenges and rewards of a professional soccer career, and the gameday outfits. Lastly, we discuss her sister's exciting new chapter as a freshman on the UofSC women...
Sep 06, 2024•31 min•Season 5Ep. 1
This week we interviewed Caroline Barry, the current digital marketing coordinator for the New England Revolution. Caroline told us about her experience working in sports and how the University of South Carolina prepared her. She talks about how she incorporates her art skills in the content she produces. She also tells us about what it was like getting to cover her sister who plays for the Women’s Soccer team at USC. Lastly, Surprise! Caroline tells us about her upcoming new job with Quinnipiac...
Mar 22, 2024•24 min•Season 4Ep. 7
This week we interviewed Manie Robinson. Maine is an instructor at USC for the Journalism school. We talked about his experience working for USA Today. Manie tells us about his experience in filmmaking, podcasting and sports reporting. Lastly, we discuss how he got to be a sports instructor at USC, the classes he teaches, and the significance of his classes for students.
Mar 15, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 6
This week we interviewed Greg Brannon, an instructor at USC and former Carolina Panthers producer. Greg shared with us his experience of establishing the Carolina Panthers’ team media. He also discusses the relationships and trust he developed with the coaches and team in order to produce content. Additionally, Greg talks about how the USC sports media program has expanded and how he got his start as an instructor.
Feb 23, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 5
This week we interviewed Shelby Beckler, the social media coordinator for Charlotte FC. Shelby discusses her experiences as an employee of Charlotte FC, the newly established team in Major League Soccer. We discuss what her job entails and how she adjusts to the constantly evolving social media world. Finally, we discuss Shelby's time at USC and how it helped her get to where she is now!
Feb 16, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 4
This week we interviewed Kendall Smith of the Charlotte Checkers and Knights. Kendall gave us an inside scoop on what it is like reporting on the AHL and MiLB teams. Kendall also talks about her experiences working for ESPN+ and what her time was like at the University of South Carolina. Lastly we talk about all the full circle moments Kendall has had in her career!
Feb 09, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 3
This week we interviewed Jake, Johnny and Jack of Gamecock Men’s Lacrosse. We got an exclusive interview with the 2x National Champion club team. They told us about what it is like playing for the team, the culture and the competitiveness of the players on the roster. They tell us about their upcoming 2024 season and their new coach. Lastly we talk about their favorite memories on the team.
Feb 02, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 2
For our first episode for season 4 we interviewed Chris Edwards of Duke Athletics. Chris gave us the inside scoop on what it is like covering Duke Athletics through radio broadcasts. He talks about his favorite memories working in sports and advice on getting into the broadcast industry. Lastly, he talks about his cooking segment on instagram “Cooking with Chris”!
Jan 26, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 1
This week we interviewed Max Holzman, Denton Rhode, Dre Graham, Ethan Wainer, who are four of the highlighters for Gamecock Women’s Basketball. The four of them give us the inside scoop of what it is like being part of the women’s basketball team practice squad. They talk about their experience and what it is like playing with some of the best women basketball players. They also discuss Dawn Staley, her legendary coaching career, and the culture she created on the USC women's basketball team....
Nov 17, 2023•36 min•Season 3Ep. 10
This week we interviewed Vice President, Morgan Giard and Treasurer, Alyssa Nardslico of the newly founded Women’s ice hockey club team at USC. They gave us the inside scoop on what it's like starting this team from the ground up. They talk about their recruiting, fundraising and challenges being a hockey team in the south. They also tell us about winning their first game and being the first ever women's hockey collegiate game in South Carolina! Lastly we talk about how they are growing the team...
Nov 10, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 9
This week we interviewed senior president and captain Bobby Dicicco of Cock Hockey. Bobby gives us an inside scoop of what it is like to play on Cock Hockey and what it is like being the president. He tells us about Cock Hockey merch and sponsors. We talk about what recruiting is like for hockey at a southern school. Lastly we talk about the future of cock hockey as it is nationally recognized.
Nov 03, 2023•20 min•Season 3Ep. 8
This week we interviewed senior captain Cat Barry from Gamecock Women’s Soccer. Cat tells us about this season's success and how the team is like a family. We talk about how Cat is a leader on and off the field. Cat tells us about winning the SEC tournament last year and how they are preparing for the upcoming one and the NCAA tournament. Lastly Cat tells us about her favorite moments being a USC athlete!
Oct 27, 2023•20 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This week we celebrate one year of Girls in the Game! We discuss how Girls in the Game has evolved over the last year. We also talk about our favorite episodes and funniest memories. We talk about how ourselves as co-host have grown over the last year and what we have learned. Lastly, we talk about our experiences and what we are up to in the sports journalism world.
Oct 13, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 6
This week we interviewed Erin Summer who is the team reporter for the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans. We discussed how Erin got to her current role and what it is like covering football and basketball in the lively city of New Orleans. Erin tells us about her experience covering for college athletics and how it is different from covering professional teams. Erin also tells us what it was like working the NBA and NFL draft. Lastly we discussed some of Erin’s favorite memories from work including...
Oct 06, 2023•21 min•Season 3Ep. 5
This week we interviewed outside hitter Riley Whitesides and middle blocker Ellie Ruprich of gamecock volleyball. We talked about how it is their senior year and how they are stepping up as leaders. Riley talks about getting her 1000th career point recently and Ellie talks about being dominant in defense in the SEC. They also talk about how the team builds chemistry on and off the court. Lastly they talk about their win against clemson at home!
Sep 29, 2023•13 min•Season 3Ep. 4
This week we interviewed Lyndsay Rowley, the team reporter for the Nashville Predators. She gave us the inside scope of her job. She explained how she got her current position and the path she took to get there. She describes her relationships with the players and coaches and how the team is like a family. Lastly, she told us what it was like hosting the NHL awards.
Sep 22, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 3
This week we interviewed Daniel Carter of Gamecocks Online. We talk about what teams Daniel covers at the University of South Carolina and how he creates a ton of different content for them! He explains how he ended up back in Columbia, South Carolina working for his alma mater. He also explains what it's like working for the new and creative Media Team at USC.
Sep 15, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 1
We are back! For our first episode of season 3 we interviewed Kai Kroeger, the punter for Gamecock Football. Kai gave us the inside scoop on what his senior year will look like on the team. We talked about him being a leader, his goals and how special teams has grown from Coach Beamer and Coach Lembo. We also talk about how golf affects Kai’s football game. Lastly we talk about Kai’s experience at SEC Media Days!
Sep 08, 2023•12 min•Season 3Ep. 1
This week we interviewed Mike Uva of Gamecock Central. We talk about how he got into the sports industry, and what it was like covering The New England Patriots for WBZ and working for Gamecock Central this past fall. Mike gave us insight on what it is like covering the professional sports teams he grew up watching. We also talked about Mike’s experiences working for Gamecock Central and how he’s reported from USC Fraternity lots and Bars. Lastly, we talk about how he got his own sandwich at Boj...
Mar 31, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This week we interviewed Andraya Carter of ESPN. We talked about her experience playing basketball at the University of Tennessee. She gave us an inside scoop of how she got into broadcasting and what it is like working for ESPN. Lastly, we talk about what it's like covering March Madness and Andraya’s bracket.
Mar 24, 2023•24 min•Season 2Ep. 9
This week we interviewed Ethan Petry of Gamecock Baseball. We talked about how the Gamecocks have had a successful start to their season. Petry gives us the inside scoop on what it is like being a Division I baseball player at an SEC school. Lastly, we talk about the team chemistry and their goals for this season.
Mar 17, 2023•9 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This week we interviewed the Co-Founders of Shutout Sports, Devin Arasa and Donal Farrell. They gave us insight on their website where you can "pick em", "rate em" and "rank em" of college athletes and teams. They talk about how they have traveled to different colleges and asked students what they think of their teams and athletes. We also talk about what it's like being students running their own business.
Mar 03, 2023•21 min•Season 2Ep. 7
This week we interviewed Head Coach Shelley Smith and Assistant Coach Marnie Merritt of the Women’s Soccer team at the University of South Carolina. Smith and Merritt gave us the inside scoop of how they have grown their program to become a winning team. They also talk about how the coverage for their team is improving and social media is a key to showing how their players are more than athletes. They discuss their goals for the upcoming season and women's sports in general! Finally, we discuss ...
Feb 24, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This week we interviewed Dr. Kevin Hull of the University of South Carolina. Dr. Hull tells us about how he teaches his Sports Media and Society Class. He discusses how he uses certain sports-related subjects to create lessons that discuss people and social issues in sports. We also ask Dr. Hull about the development of women in the sports media.
Feb 17, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Faith Worrell, the New England Patriots' coordinator for digital services, was our guest on this episode. Faith describes what it's like to be a woman in the NFL and to work for the New England Patriots. Faith discusses how there is a better representation of women in the sporting industry. Faith also discusses her all-time favorite photograph, one of Aliyah Boston crying happily after winning the 2022 National Championship rather than tearfully after USC lost in the March Madness tournament in ...
Feb 10, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 4
This week we interviewed Alyssa Lang of the SEC Network. We talk about what it means for Alyssa to cover her Alma Mater, The University of South Carolina. Alyssa talks about her relationship with Shane Beamer and his family. She also talks about how she got to be this successful as a female in a male dominant industry. Lastly, Alyssa gives us insight on her show “Out of Pocket” and other SEC Network projects she has worked on.
Feb 03, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 3
