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Crystal

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Soccer (SJ Earthquakes, Bay FC, USA) | Capo Extraordinaire | Professional Soccer Fan | 5 year survivor Stage 4 ALK+ Lung Cancer

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Crystal @ccuadra8.bsky.social · 21h
Not even the worst 5-1 game I’ve seen this season. 😬
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Meg Linehan @meglinehan.com · 30/09/2026
Five years ago in the middle of a reckoning over abuse and misconduct, the players of the NWSL were debating if they should save the league or burn it down. They picked both. On the last five years, free to read at @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Five years ago, the NWSL was in crisis. Thanks to its players, it’s flourishing (Gift Article)
Amidst a reckoning over sexual misconduct in the NWSL, players faced a difficult choice. The action and change they forced saved the league.
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Bay FC PR @bayfcpr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Bay FC Midfielder Claire Hutton Wins NWSL Assist of the Week for 11th-Minute Cross on Racheal Kundananji Diving Header bayfc.com/press-releas...
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Bay FC Midfielder Claire Hutton Wins NWSL Assist of the Week for 11th-Minute Cross on Racheal Kundananji Diving Header | Bay FC
Hutton earns her first win of a weekly league honor this season, also the second by a Bay FC player in 2026.
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hals517.bsky.social @hals517.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Girma stay healthy for one week challenge
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Braedon @braejohn30.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
This is my theory as to why people deny Helen Keller and it's because she was a socialist and they have no othe reason to go after her so they need to question her disability.
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Meg Linehan @meglinehan.com · 28/09/2026
I’m at the point where if I’m commissioner for a day I’m banning City, United and FC from all team names.
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SickosFC @sickosfc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
NWSL said:
Lord of the Rings Second Breakfast Meme

Merry asks "What about ACFC?" 

Aragon says you've already had it

Merry says we've had one, yes

Merry says "what about second ACFC?"

The first text of ACFC is in pink approximating the colors of Angel City FC. The second ACFC is in red-orange approximating the colors of the newly announced Atlanta City FC
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Matthew De George @sportsdoctormd.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Danley an assist. Francisco Calvo an own goal. First ballot CONCACAF hall of famer
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Danielle H @danielleceltics.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Gabby Williams shouts out Too $hort at the end of her postgame interview #WNBA
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Crystal @ccuadra8.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Sharing this again. It’s totally unacceptable
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Robert Jonas @robertjonas.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Former Portland Timbers GM Gavin Wilkinson getting some warm greetings from some of the Timbers players as they head to the visitors locker room.
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Robert Jonas @robertjonas.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Fire the Siren = Yellow card offense, apparently. #Quakes74
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Crystal @ccuadra8.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
So who is gonna point out that again it’s Jordan Angeli being problematic?
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soleil ho @soleilho.com · 22/09/2026
what is the point of gavin newsom
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Charles Boehm ⚽️ @cboehm.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The fields director at Starfire Sports, a beloved soccer complex outside Seattle that's hosted many US Open Cup matches over the decades, has been snatched up by ICE. Please consider helping him and his family if you are able.
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Sydney Bauer @sydney-bauer.com · 23/09/2026
Its actually really bad that a U.S. senator is linking being trans to being a furry and that if you are a furry having a professional job you are endangering Americans.
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Guy M Gayle @guymgayle.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
One of my contributions in the book #TheCyberRays by #NinaGlick
A Black hand with a silver wedding band holds open a book. A photo by Nina Glick of me holding up a CyberRays soccer scarf takes up a page and a half. Text from my interview with Nina are next to the photo.
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Guy M Gayle @guymgayle.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, I helped found a little supporter’s group called The Rayistas. I’m very proud to have my tiny bit of women’s soccer supporterdom in this book. Thanks, Nina. SIS-SI!, (boom, boom), SIS-SI! #Cyberrays #WUSA www.blurb.com/b/12893169-t...
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The CyberRays by Nina Glick | Blurb Books
Find The CyberRays by Nina Glick at Blurb Books. In 2001, the Bay Area CyberRays became one of eight teams in the first-ever fully professional women’s soccer le...
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Holly Anderson 🍇 @hollyanderson.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
hey just curious where did the “protect women athletes” crowd get off to
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morgan @mortymo.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
he basically doubled down, jfc
The club believed the incident alone could have warranted termination, the source said. While the Crew supports the league's restorative practices measure, it did not condone Higuaín's behavior. As conversations continued, it became clear that Higuaín was unwilling to reflect or take accountability for his actions, nor did he offer a public apology after the PSRA's statement. After discussions with Higuaín, the club determined it was time to move on.
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Eric Wahl @ericwahl.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The right call. I'm pleasantly surprised this happened relatively quickly. Now, let's do Gavin Wilkinson.
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Jeff Carlisle @jeffreycarlisle.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The Columbus Crew announces that Crew 2 manager Federico Higuain has been fired following an incident of misconduct towards a female referee. Crew GM Issa Tall: “Our Club’s standards of what’s expected from a leader for one of our teams have not been met." #Crew96 www.espn.com/soccer/story...
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Columbus Crew 2 fires Higuain after fallout from ref abuse
The Columbus Crew announced that Crew 2 manager Federico Higuain has been fired for cause, effective immediately, in the wake of his suspension by MLS NEXT Pro following an incident of misconduct towards a female referee.
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Mitchell Northam @northam67.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Aminata Seck, a women's basketball player at Kentucky State (and an All-SIAC selection), was detained by ICE at the Louisville Airport more than a month ago. She's dealing with an ACL injury and has been transferred to at least four different facilities. www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
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Injured women’s college basketball player detained by ICE for a month-plus
Aminata Seck, a women's basketball player at Kentucky State University, has been detained by ICE for over a month while dealing with an ACL injury.
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Bridge Brigade Supporters Group @bayfcsupporters.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
We are excited to announce our 2026 Prideraiser campaign with @wearepier75.bsky.social supporting Solano Pride Center! The first game of our campaign is this Sunday. Make your pledge and cheer on Bay FC to score some goals.
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Bay FC Prideraiser 2026 Campaign presented by Bridge Brigade & Pier 75
Join the Bridge Brigade and Pier 75 in supporting the Solano Pride Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that builds community and provides comprehensive services for…
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Guthrie “NCAA Soccer Jon Rothstein” @guthrieedson.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
NWSL refs Lauren Aldrich and Alex Billeter, as well as former NWSL ref and current MLS and World Cup ref Tori Penso posting photos of themselves on IG and saying “We belong” in response to Federico Higuaín’s behavior and comments to their colleague.
Referee Lauren Aldrich in a blue jersey with the words “We belong” next to her in white textReferee Alex Billeter in a red jersey with the words “We belong” next to her in white textTori Penso in a black jersey with the words “We belong” in white text
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Mike Pendleton @phat7deuce.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The Haslams (who gave Deshaun Watson a shit ton of money *after* two dozen allegations) still haven’t fired Higuain. Oh and they were given an NWSL team. Support women and all that. That expansion still baffles me.
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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Amid Trump’s ban on three media outlets, the White House is now touting its own state-run propaganda network: “TRUMP TV”
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It Looks Like Trump, Leader Of The Free World, Is Proposing State-Run Media
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Scott Nover @scottnover.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
BREAKING: TV pool will not be providing coverage of presidential events until further notice b/c of CNN's ban, pool chair and FOX News Washington Bureau Chief Bryan Boughton said. It's effectively a boycott by the fellow members — ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX: www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
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Alejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 21/09/2026
You can see exactly how much it's being spent on digital ads here. adtracker.lgbtqlegislation.com?adv=meta%3A3...
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2026 anti-trans ad tracker
Anti-trans political ads in the 2026 US midterms on Meta and Google, flagged nightly by a classifier.
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The Women's Game @womensgamemib.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Bay FC have announced the appointment of Paul Green as their new Chief Football Officer 🟠 He previously spent 13 illustrious years at Chelsea women, winning 19 trophies. A fantastic addition to an ambitious and growing club 👏 📸: @bayfc.com
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PSRA Officials @psraofficials.com · 20/09/2026
Our statement regarding MLS NEXT Pro and their handling of a recent disciplinary issue:
During a recent MLS NEXT Pro match, a male head coach committed two deliberate acts of physical abuse and sexism against a female official -- squeezing her hand and refusing to let go after being told to stop three times. This physical intimidation was compounded by a demeaning, sexist remark to the official: "Don't forget, this is a man's game."

MLS NEXT Pro investigated and responded with a two-game suspension and other non-suspension discipline.

U.S. Soccer policy states a “forceful grab” like this requires a minimum three-game suspension. Acts of discrimination also require a minimum three-game suspension. MLS NEXT Pro’s own manual also states that coaches are held to “a higher professional standard than players.”

The League’s response falls drastically short of the right message to the participants, the referees, and the public. It needs to be reevaluated.

Women make every level of this game better. They should not have to endure intimidation or degrading comments to prove it. Our female officials have proven their excellence on the world stage. They deserve the same respect, dignity, and safe working environment as every other official.
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Alejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 19/09/2026
Meanwhile, the Trump admin is simultaneously weighing the removal of nearly all of its military presence in Europe that has been there since the end of world War 2. www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat...
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Trump administration weighs drastic cut to U.S. forces in Europe of 25,000 or more
The potentially drastic drawdown of 25,000 or more U.S. troops comes amid warnings from NATO allies about a growing threat posed by Russia.
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Alejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 19/09/2026
It looks like the EU is seriously preparing for an attack by Russia. A lot of senior defense officials came out of briefings spooked. Since then, various governments including the Swiss! have issued defiant statements.
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Evergreen Intel @vcdgf555.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
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Jamon M - MLS and footy analysis @jamonm.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Can you build an MLS or NWSL super team that can score 100 goals in a season? Announcing Cien Goles, a simulation game modeled with the Where Goals Come From framework! ciengoles.americansocceranalysis.com Best of all, it's free!
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Frankie de la Cretaz @thefrankiedlc.news · 18/09/2026
I'm really glad that Code Switch included this part of my interview, because I think these are the points that so often get lost in the discussion of trans panic and why the WNBA might be an ideal target for those anti-trans groups to latch onto. www.npr.org/2026/09/15/n...
We're talking about actual bigotry and the belief that this group of people shouldn't have, like, the same human rights as another group. It legitimizes them. And so the WNBA is a big platform for them to be able to do that. But I think what's actually really insidious about being the target is that transphobia is rooted in white supremacist ideas of who is allowed to be a woman and what a woman should look like. Those beliefs have, you know, negatively impacted Black and brown and non-Western women throughout history.

So what you have is a league in the WNBA that is full of Black women, 7-foot-tall women, masculine women, women who don't fit kind of the traditional markers of conventional white Western ideas of womanhood. And so I don't think it's surprising that transphobic ideas around the acceptable kind of woman are coming and impacting this league.

And I think the last piece that I will say is, I think, in some ways, the lack of visibility that the league had for a lot of years really protected it. Like, it wasn't as successful as it should have been because of racism and homophobia and misogyny. And once it becomes successful, the flip side of that is it really does become a different kind of victim of those ideas. And the fact that you have a league that is all women, predominantly Black women, largely queer women who have been successful and they don't need men to do it, and their product is not necessarily for men. I think that's a threat to the status quo. And so it's not just about protecting women's sports. It's actually about dismantling them from the inside.
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Frankie de la Cretaz @thefrankiedlc.news · 18/09/2026
I’m on NPR’s Code Switch this week talking about the trans panic that’s hit the WNBA. You can listen here:
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Why can’t people be normal about the WNBA? : Code Switch
The WNBA is more popular than ever, but the growth has come with a lot of unwanted attention, like protests at games and death threats directed towards players. This week, we talk with independent jou...
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Charles Boehm ⚽️ @cboehm.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Niko Tsakiris wasn't supposed to make it out of the womb alive; the cancer that nearly killed his father was also expected to prey on him in utero. What followed was a remarkable life in soccer, even tho he's still just 21. My profile of the best young 10 in MLS: www.mlssoccer.com/news/niko-ts...
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Niko Tsakiris grows into starring role for San Jose Earthquakes | MLSSoccer.com
The term ‘statement game’ is probably overused in sports these days. It was nevertheless quite difficult to avoid the phrase after Niko Tsakiris tore San Diego FC apart in last week’s 3-2 road win for...
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Matthew De George @sportsdoctormd.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Old enough to remember when Jonathan Gonzalez meant the sky was falling, so I'll opt out on this one
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Defector @defector.com · 17/09/2026
Rory Dames—the women’s soccer coach currently banned for life from the NWSL, and who has been accused of abuse by more than a dozen former youth players—is no longer listed in the U.S. Center for SafeSport’s centralized disciplinary database. defector.com/rory-damess-...
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Rory Dames's SafeSport Suspension Has Ended | Defector
Rory Dames—the women’s soccer coach currently banned for life from the NWSL, and who has been accused of abuse by more than a dozen former youth players—is no longer listed in the U.S. Center for Safe...
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Sydney Bauer @sydney-bauer.com · 16/09/2026
I really appreciated @celebrityhottub.bsky.social letting me ramble and ramble because any point you bring up on this has like 5 contextual tangents attached. I could have gone for three hours to be honest!!
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Meg Linehan @meglinehan.com · 17/09/2026
wow they really did the thing
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Jeff Kassouf @jeffkassouf.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
EXCLUSIVE: Vlatko Andonovski is the new Chief Soccer Officer of the Chicago Stars. The ex- #USWNT coach will oversee the entire technical department. Why Chicago? And how did the last-place #NWSL team secure him after his recent exit from Kansas City? Details on @espn.com 👇
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Ex-USWNT coach Andonovski named Chicago Stars soccer chief
The Chicago Stars have hired former United States women's national team coach Vlatko Andonovski as the team's new chief soccer officer.
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Jeff Carlisle @jeffreycarlisle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
At yesterday's #Quakes74 availability, I asked Niko Tsakiris if he had heard anything about a #usmnt call-up and he said, "No, I haven't. Not yet." The word at training is that no San Jose players were called in. That can always change with injuries, but has to be disappointing for Tsakiris.
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Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
wow. with this announcement, all of ed sheeran's openers for this tour have pulled out:
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Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
opener for most of ed sheeran’s shows in south america just now on IG:
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Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
i can't think of anything similar to this happening
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Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
i'm not sure if robert kraft quite grasps what he started
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Molly Knight @mollyknight.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Ed Sheeran’s band just quit the Ed Sheeran tour.
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Alejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 12/09/2026
The other theory floating around is that they hit a wall and this is an attempt to keep their valuations up. Meanwhile, there are a flurry of rumors Google Deep Mind made a massive discovery and innovation and have started recursive self improvement. Rsi.
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