The Female Edge Podcast

In this episode of The Female Edge Podcast, we sit down with rising star and Seattle Reign FC goalkeeper Maddie Prohaska. From her early days between the posts to earning her first professional NWSL start and a U23 U.S. National Team call-up and cap, Maddie shares the defining moments of her journey - both on and off the field. We talk about what it takes to break barriers, the mental strength behind high-stakes games, and her powerful approach to overcoming pressure, setbacks, and doubt.Maddie opens up about the mindset that keeps her grounded, the importance of investing in the people around her, and how she’s found her own edge in the world of elite sports. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or dreamer, this conversation will inspire you to dig deeper, push harder, and lead with heart!Follow Maddie Prohaska CHAPTERS00:00 Introducing Maddie Prohaska01:23 Maddie's Early Journey In Soccer04:08 The Goalkeeper's Perspective09:00 The Recruiting Process and College Experience13:51 The Journey to Internal Validation15:35 Building Confidence Through Experiences18:44: Overcoming Mental Health Challenges21:42: The Importance of Self-Love and Identity25:14: Balancing Sports & Relationships28:52: Navigating Competition and Team Dynamics32:25: The Path to Professional Soccer37:35: Celebrating Achievements40:45: U23 National Team Call-Up48:35: Advice for Young Athletes - Patience and Presence_______________________________The Female Edge Athlete ServicesExplore more The Female Edge Podcast episodesFollow us on SpotifyFollow us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on InstagramFollow us on FacebookFollow us on TikTokFollow us on LinkedIn

The Female Edge Podcast is BACK!We’re excited to return after taking some time away, and we’ve got a lot to catch up on. In today’s episode, we’re sharing updates on what we’ve been up to and dive into key themes around the college recruiting process. We’ll cover how the process really works, how the transfer portal is shaping the landscape, tips for effective outreach and communication with coaches, and why building confidence is essential for athletes navigating their journey.The Co-Founders:Follow Alexa Coyle Follow Toni MaloneCHAPTERS00:31 Athlete Placement Success Stories01:38 Understanding the Recruiting Process03:29 The Impact of The Transfer Portal04:58 Strategic Outreach and Communication06:45 Building Confidence with Athletes_______________________________The Female Edge Athlete Services:https://www.thefemaleedge.co/Explore more The Female Edge episodes:https://www.youtube.com/@thefemaleedgepodcastFollow us on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6lOVAd97cBY58hrVM15iQTFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-female-edge-podcast/id1692762809Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thefemaleedge.co/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/thefemaleedge.coFollow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thefemaleedgeFollow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thefemaleedge/

In Episode 5 of The Female Edge Podcast we sit down with Taylor Hansen, San Diego native, a former University of Montana soccer player, and former San Diego Wave FC professional soccer player, being a part of the clubs first season in the NWSL. We discuss her keys to success throughout her career, including leaning on the support systems around her to help reach her goals, continually believing in herself, her unwavering work ethic and focusing on what she could control which empowered her to be confident in her journey, and more!

In episode 4, we talk with special guest Shea O'Connor, a Eugene Oregon, native who had a successful soccer career all the way through to the professional ranks. Shea talks about her college recruiting journey playing for a small club growing up, the challenges she faced and lessons learned through transferring schools mid way through her collegiate career, and her experience at the professional level.

In Episode 2 of The Female Edge Podcast we sit down with Rita Lang, born in Portugal and raised in Oregon, a former University of Montana soccer player, and now professional soccer player embarking on her fourth professional contract. We discuss how she has overcome adversity during her career through finding the purpose for it, the empowering ability to control your mind for reaching your goals, and more!

The Female Edge Podcast is....HERE! In this first episode we dive into who we are, as the founders of The Female Edge, what The Female Edge is and more about our business, as well as what this podcast is going to be, the topics we will dive into, and our overarching theme - how to find YOUR edge. Additionally, we go into our backgrounds, and how this inspired us to start The Female Edge, and finishing by answering the question, which we will ask each guest on the show, "How do you find your edge?".