Janine Sonis: How she came home to Denver and evolved as a player
Summary
Jillian Zakovic interviews Denver Summit star Janine Beckie, who discusses her record-breaking debut season, including eight goals as a fullback. Beckie expresses frustration with the team’s 12th-place standing, emphasizing their championship mindset and playoff ambitions. The conversation also covers her reunion with coach Nick Cushing, her passion for coffee, and Canada’s World Cup qualifying efforts under Casey Stoney.
Topics discussed
Intro: Janine Beckie's impact on Denver's inaugural season
Interview start: Favorite parts of the expansion team experience
Icebreaker: Early soccer influences and the growth of women's sports
Lifestyle: Coffee rituals, iced coffee debates, and post-game Denver tips
Career move: Joining Denver Summit and reuniting with coach Nick Cushing
Coaching: Lessons from Nick Cushing and tactical evolution
Sponsor break: Amazon Prime and Siemens
On-field success: Playing fullback and finding freedom in one position
Team mindset: Frustration with 12th place and playoff ambitions
Canada National Team: World Cup qualifiers and Casey Stoney's impact
Outro: Ashley Sanchez's record-breaking goal streak
Closing: Show notes, contact info, and final sponsor ads
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