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Welcome to The One Soccer Nation Podcast! Today, our Co-Host Kaela Hansen sits down with Samantha Rosette, a Professional Soccer Player at Brooklyn FC. Samantha's journey has taken her across the globe, from Kazakhstan to Lithuania to France, before returning home to make history with Brooklyn FC—the first professional women’s soccer team in NYC. In this episode, we discuss how her international experiences have shaped her career, the impact of Brooklyn FC, and her work with The Players Network (TPN) to empower female footballers. We also dive into the growth of the USL Super League, overcoming career challenges, and the importance of representation in women’s soccer. Tune in for an inspiring conversation! ⚽🔥 #OneSoccerNation #BrooklynFC #WomensSoccer #USLSuperLeague
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Meet Samantha Rosette, Brooklyn FC & Global Journeyman
01:10 – Playing Dallas After a 6–0 Loss: Redemption Game Incoming
02:40 – Reflections on the Home Opener at Coney Island
04:00 – Global Journey: Kazakhstan, Lithuania, France, and Back to NY
06:15 – Style of Play Differences: US vs Europe vs Central Asia
08:00 – Adapting as a Player Across Cultures and Leagues
09:30 – Importance of Representation in NYC Women's Soccer
12:00 – What It Means to Play for Brooklyn FC as a NYC Native
14:00 – Building a Legacy: Being Part of the Inaugural Team
16:00 – Founding The Players Network (TPN): Why It Started
18:00 – How TPN Connects & Empowers Global Women Footballers
20:10 – Growth of TPN: 450+ Athletes, 50+ Passports, 130+ Clubs
21:30 – Why Networking and Peer Advice Matter in Pro Football
23:30 – How TPN Helps When You Don’t Have an Agent