Denver Summit vs Seattle Reign Recap + KC Current Preview

In this episode of Summit Up, hosts Kali and Matt reflect on the Denver Summit FC's inaugural season, celebrating player achievements and discussing the importance of supporting women's sports. They also introduce the first annual year-end awards, the Summies, and recap the final match of the season. The conversation reflects on the Denver Summer FC's inaugural season, highlighting the emotional rollercoaster of their final match and the overall performance throughout the season. Key players and moments are discussed, emphasizing both the challenges faced and the potential for future success.Takeaways Celebrating player achievements is vitalSupport for women's sports is essential Emotional end to the seasonBright future for Denver Summer FCChapters 00:00 Introduction to Summit Up Podcast04:14 Celebrating Player Achievements09:51 Referee Accountability and Apologies12:36 Supporting Women's Sports18:28 The Summies: Year-End Awards22:52 Recapping the Season Finale25:18 Season Finale: A Heartbreaking End27:12 First Half Analysis: Denver's Fight31:27 Defensive Heroics: Abby Smith's Performance34:53 The Impact of Own Goals36:51 Reflections on a Promising Season40:51 Post-Game Emotions and Future Aspirations49:10 Final Thoughts: A Season of Growth

Kali & Matt are back to cover all the Denver Summit news Peak 2 Peak, recap that goal-fest of a victory over Racing Louisville, and preview Decision Day at North Carolina Courage--in addition to how Seattle Reign and Orlando Pride factor into the playoff equation. #SummitUpChapters:00:00 Welcome to Summit Up!01:25 Player Highlights and Stats02:04 Baby Bigalski and Future Summit Stars03:51 Halloween Bald Caps and Dylan's Dedication06:15 Injury Recoveries and Team Resilience07:15 Record-Setting Goal Totals08:50 Looking Ahead: Future Prospects13:04 Celebrating Team Achievements and Player Moments16:46 First Half: Flint and Kurtz Strike19:24 Second Half Goal Barrage22:32 Referee Decisions and Game Impact24:41 Louisville's Spoiler and Yaz Ryan's Stunner29:05 Postgame Press Conference45:54 Playoff Picture: Standings and Scenarios47:38 Match Preview: Summit at North Carolina49:51 Referee Controversies and Their Consequences52:42 Key Storylines: Sanchez and the Offense57:27 The Charlie Kelly Rule of Fandom01:00:44 Predictions and Expectations for the Final Match01:04:08 Watch Parties, Reviews and Sign-Off

The international break is over, and Denver Summit FC is back in action with the playoffs on the line!This week on Summit Up, we're recapping how six Summit players represented their countries during international duty, including Melissa Kössler's brace for Germany, Lindsey Heaps captaining the USWNT, and Janine Sonis and Emma Regan suiting up for Canada.Then, we're looking ahead to Saturday's HUGE matchup against Angel City FC at Centennial Stadium. With Denver sitting just four points outside the playoff picture and three matches remaining, every point counts. We're breaking down the playoff scenarios, players to watch, keys to victory, and what the Summit need to do to keep their postseason dreams alive.Plus, a look at Indigenous Peoples Night and everything fans can expect on matchday!The playoff push is ON. Let's Summit Up!

Kali and Matt are back with Groundbreaking news in Peak to Peak, a recap of that reality check against the Kansas City Current and preview the Denver Summit match vs Chicago Stars this weekend.Chapters00:34 Introduction and Episode Overview03:20 Naomi Eto's WAFCON Victory and Arrival in Denver06:03 Recovery of Nahikari Garcia and Jasmine Aikey06:43 Team Efforts and Community Engagement at the Groundbreaking08:45 Recap of Groundbreaking Ceremony and Community Impact16:05 Jen Millet's Speech and Vision for Denver Soccer23:22 Stadium Construction Timeline and Future Events23:54 Denver Summit vs Kansas City Current Match Recap31:11 Playoff Standings and Scenarios36:01 Upcoming Match Preview: Denver vs Chicago43:14 Predictions and Goals for the Chicago Match44:47 Final Predictions and Weekend Plans

Kali and Matt are back to take you Peak to peak on your Denver Summit and NWSL News and Notables, recap that gritty win over Seattle Reign and preview the six point match up against Kansas City Current this weekend.Chapters00:19 Introduction to Denver Summit FC's recent performance and key topics04:00 International Call-ups05:53 Community News & Biscuits10:17 Seattle Reign Match Recap24:13 Janine MVP Watch* At the time of this recording, Janine was in 4th for the Golden Boot race; that number has now changed.*27:42 Playoff Race Breakdown32:48 Kansas City Current Preview41:41 Score Predictions44:52 Final Thoughts & Sign-off

Kali and Matt are back to go Peak 2 Peak on all your Denver Summit news ad notables, recap Bay FC, and preview Seattle Reign. Summit Up!00:00 Introduction to Denver Summer FC and episode overview00:52 Welcome & Team Updates07:29 Bay FC Match Recap24:24 Supporter Chants & Matchday Banter30:21 Janine Saunas MVP Case36:28 Playoff Picture42:41 Seattle Rain Preview46:34 Pirate Chef Guest Prediction52:42 Score Predictions & Rain Game Talk57:03 Sign-off

Kali and Matt are back from their travels and ready to talk player signings, Denver Summit's toppling of Gotham FC, frustrating draw against Angel City FC, and revenge match against Bay FC. #SummitUpChapter List00:48 Introduction and episode overview03:09 Team updates and Naomi Eto's signing04:39 Naomi Eto's background and playing style07:43 Local spots and community highlights24:40 Match recap: Summit FC's victory over Gotham FC30:06 Reflections on the Gotham FC game and league standings32:37 Key moments and player performances33:38 Match analysis: defensive strategies and key goals39:26 Post-match thoughts and team morale44:33 Upcoming match preview: Summit FC vs Bay FC52:05 League context: U-20 Women's World Cup and player development

00:20 Introduction to Denver Summit FC's recent highlights03:11 Emma Regan's viral Meg moment07:02 Media appearances and community engagement15:19 Injury updates and player transfers20:04 Game recap: Summit vs Thorns27:16 Game recap: Summit vs Chicago Stars34:40 Janine Saunas' record-breaking goals and stats56:50 Preview of upcoming Gotham match

In this episode: Denver Summit FC vs. San Diego Wave recap, Yazmeen Ryan’s fifth goal of the season, Janine Sonis’ red-hot run of form, Abby Smith’s milestone night, the NWSL playoff picture, and a full Denver Summit FC vs. Portland Thorns preview.Denver Summit FC earned a hard-fought point on the road with a 1-1 draw against San Diego Wave FC, keeping Denver firmly in the 2026 NWSL playoff race. Kali and Matt break down a tale of two halves at Snapdragon Stadium, from Abby Smith’s massive four-save performance and 300th career NWSL save to the growing connection between Janine Sonis and Yazmeen Ryan, who combined for Denver’s second-half equalizer.Was this one point earned or two points dropped? We dig into Nick Cushing’s halftime adjustments, Eva Gaetino and Lindsey Heaps’ injury situations, Denver’s need for scoring beyond Sonis and Ryan, and why this result matters as Summit fights for a postseason spot. Plus, we look ahead to another huge road test against Portland Thorns FC at Providence Park, including the players and matchups to watch.Summit Up is your one-stop shop for Denver Summit FC, the NWSL, women’s soccer in Colorado, and the culture and community of soccer at 5,280 feet.

Kali and Matt are back to recap the latter half of the 3 game match week with thoughts on Denver Summit FC vs North Carolina Courage and Utah Royals. Then they jump in to preview a revenge bout with San Diego Wave. #SummitUpCHAPTERS00:48 Introduction to Episode and Main Topics04:57 Soccer Transfers: Faith Weber and Lourdes Sposch09:00 Team Roster Changes and Injury Updates17:10 Game Recap: North Carolina Courage vs Summit FC23:29 Game Recap: Utah Royals vs Summit FC32:15 Player Highlights and Key Moments33:23 Team Strategies and Future Outlook36:37 Analyzing Recent Matches and Team Performance37:40 Player Health and Team Morale39:50 Key Player Contributions and Development