Herlights

EP 329: Figure Skating, Hockey & Hoops

Host Erin Foley breaks down what's happening across women's sports. On the ice, Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu and Isabeau Levito shine in the U.S Figure Skating Championships, Canada names its Olympic hockey roster, and the PWHL Takeover Tour rolls on with crowds topping 10K in Halifax and 14K in Québec City. Plus, another big win for Lindsey Vonn on the slopes along with an untimely injury for Chloe Kim. On the court, WNBA's CBA expired for the third time, while Unrivaled is heating up with record-setting games from Dearica Hamby and Kelsey Plum and a clutch game-winner from Chelsea Gray. NCAA women's hoops shakeups and a look ahead to Texas vs. South Carolina. Enjoy! Follow Erin on Social! Instagram: @erinkfoley Bluesky: @erinfoleycomic.bsky.social Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@erinfoleycomic Email the show: erin@herlights.com [erin@herlights.com] Origin Story: the 85ers [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/origin-story-the-85ers/id1858401140] Unrivaled: https://www.unrivaled.basketball/ [https://www.unrivaled.basketball/] PWHL: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/ [https://www.thepwhl.com/en/]

EP 328: Comedian Bridget McManus

Host Erin Foley welcomes back stand-up comic and fan-favorite Bridget McManus for a Winter Olympics preview! Foley and McManus kick off a preview of what to watch — and who to watch across skiing, figure skating, snowboarding, and ski mountaineering. From established stars to athletes on the rise, we break down the events and the storylines. And of course, Heated Rivalry! Whether you're already locked in or just starting to pay attention, this is your guide to the winter sports and athletes shaping the next Games. Follow Erin on Social! Instagram: @erinkfoley Bluesky: @erinfoleycomic.bsky.social Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@erinfoleycomic Email the show: erin@herlights.com [erin@herlights.com] Bridget McManus: https://www.instagram.com/officialbridgetmcmanus/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/officialbridgetmcmanus/?hl=en]

EP 327: Happy Women's Sports New Year!

Host Erin Foley kicks off 2026 with a jam-packed rundown across women's sports, starting with a spotlight on Origin Story: The 85ers — the seven-episode documentary series about the first U.S. Women's National Team. It's an unforgettable story of grit, joy, sacrifice, and the women who built the foundation for today's game. From there, we dive into a wild weekend in NCAA women's basketball, where upsets shook the rankings — LSU's back-to-back losses including the matchup with Vanderbilt, Notre Dame dropping two, Maryland and Michigan taking hits, and UCLA's statement win over USC. But wait, there's more! Unrivaled officially starts its second second season, running through early March in Miami and a special Philadelphia stop. We also look at the start of a new season for two professional women's volleyball leagues — LOVB and Major League Volleyball. Plus, the feel good moment of the week! Follow Erin on Social! Instagram: @erinkfoley Bluesky: @erinfoleycomic.bsky.social Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@erinfoleycomic Email the show: erin@herlights.com [erin@herlights.com] Origin Story: the 85ers [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/origin-story-the-85ers/id1858401140] League One Volleyball: https://www.lovb.com/ [https://www.lovb.com/] Major League Volleyball: https://provolleyball.com/ [https://provolleyball.com/] Unrivaled: https://www.unrivaled.basketball/ [https://www.unrivaled.basketball/] PWHL: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/ [https://www.thepwhl.com/en/]

EP 326: Brackets, Brace Goals & Big League Drafts

Host Erin Foley breaks down a massive week in women's sports. It's December Madness - the NCAA Volleyball's championship bracket is set with Nebraska grabbing the number one overall seed. Rose Lavelle's MVP Fireball celebration fueled her assist in the opening minutes of the USWNT's 3–0 win over Italy. The PWHL continues to smash attendance records with sellouts in Vancouver and Seattle. Plus, the AUSL holds its expansion and allocation draft tonight as the league adds two new teams. Enjoy! Follow Erin on Social! Instagram: @erinkfoley Bluesky: @erinfoleycomic.bsky.social Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@erinfoleycomic Email the show: erin@herlights.com [erin@herlights.com] NCAA Volleyball Bracket: https://www.ncaa.com/brackets/volleyball-women/d1/2025 [https://www.ncaa.com/brackets/volleyball-women/d1/2025] AUSL Draft: https://theausl.com/ [https://theausl.com/]

EP 325: Soccer Shocks & Hockey Heat

Host Erin Foley breaks down what's happening across women's sports this week. The NWSL semifinals are set after a weekend of dramatic finishes — Luana's moment in Orlando, Kingsbury's clutch PK saves for Washington, Gotham takes down KC and Portland's extra-time win at Providence Park. In hockey news, Seattle and Vancouver get team names and USA Hockey dominates Canada in back-to-back rivalry games. Plus, Elena Rybakina storms through the WTA Finals for a record payday, and Canada's new Northern Super League gears up for its first-ever championship. Enjoy! Follow Erin on Social! Instagram: @erinkfoley Bluesky: @erinfoleycomic.bsky.social Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@erinfoleycomic Email the show: erin@herlights.com [erin@herlights.com] Orlando Pride's Luana: https://www.nwslsoccer.com/news/orlando-pride-s-luana-converts-late-game-pk-in-storybook-moment-after-beating-cancer [https://www.nwslsoccer.com/news/orlando-pride-s-luana-converts-late-game-pk-in-storybook-moment-after-beating-cancer]