HUNT VALLEY, Md.—In another example of how broadcasters are embracing video podcasting, Sinclair’s AMP Sports will launch"Style of Play", a new weekly women’s soccer podcast hosted by Julie Ertz and Kealia Watt. The series will kick off on June 2, across all major podcast platforms, with full video episodes available on YouTube.
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Ertz, a two-time Women’s World Cup champion and one of the most decorated players in U.S. soccer history, and Watt, a NCAA Division I national champion, will bring expert analysis, personal storytelling, and behind-the-scenes insight, Sinclair said. Each episode will explore the latest women’s soccer headlines, key moments shaping the sport and feature conversations with athletes, coaches and influential voices from across the global soccer landscape.
“The growth of women’s soccer is undeniable, and ‘Style of Play’ gives us an opportunity to connect fans with the voices and perspectives of athletes who have competed at the very highest level,” Rob Weisbord, Sinclair chief operating officer and president of local media, said. “We’re especially pleased to launch the show during the World Cup, at a time when global interest in the sport is growing. Fans will have the opportunity to hear unique insights and commentary from two of the top former U.S. Women’s National Team players, Julie and Kealia, whose credibility, authenticity and deep understanding of the game make this podcast a natural extension of how we’re continuing to expand our sports content and engage audiences across platforms.”
Sponsors for “Style of Play” include Coors Light, Airbnb and ZipRecruiter.
Style of Play expands AMP Sports’ growing portfolio of original programming, including “The Triple Option,” “Unfiltered Soccer,” “Post Moves,” “Throwbacks” and “Cousins.”
