The Cooler Guild

One last win in Seattle for the legend Jess Fishlock. The Reign punched their ticket to the playoffs with last weekend’s 1-0 win over Orlando. Coop, Van, and guest host Grant discuss the match, the players who stepped up, and the lackluster offensive production that concerns us going into Sunday’s quarterfinal against Gotham. We also cover the other results from NWSL Decision Day and preview the Reign’s first round playoff match.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky:TCG - @thecoolerguildCoop - @thetallestcoopVan - @vancrispGrant w/ Into the Channel - @grantengleSend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

Reign still clinging onto the last playoff spot. The Reign flew to Utah and played to a sobering nil-nil draw, ultimately leaving their playoff fate to Sunday’s Decision Day match. We discuss the defensive effort that earned the shutout and the offense that got skunked. We also cover the other results from around the league, some Reign roster news, and preview the consequential match against Orlando this weekend.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky: TCG - @thecoolerguild on BlueskyCoop - @thetallestcoop on BlueskyVan - @vancrisp on BlueskySend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

Mercado magic strikes again. The Reign currently occupy the final playoff spot after Sunday’s 3-1 win in Chicago. We discuss how Maddie Mercado and crew were able to rack up 3 goals, and our frustration that the win didn’t feel more convincing against the worst team in the league. We also cover the week’s other results from around the NWSL and preview the Reign’s penultimate regular season match in Utah.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky: TCG - @thecoolerguild on BlueskyCoop - @thetallestcoop on BlueskyVan - @vancrisp on BlueskySend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

Thank you, Etsy witch, 17 matches was a good run. The Reign suffered a devastating loss to the Courage at Lumen this past weekend, further complicating their fight for playoff qualification. We discuss the lack of quality the team showed in the game, how Sam Meza continues to be a light in dark times, and our hopes that the team can turn things around after the international break. We also cover the weekend’s results from around the NWSL and preview the Reign’s next match.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky: TCG - @thecoolerguild on BlueskyCoop - @thetallestcoop on BlueskyVan - @vancrisp on BlueskySend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

The Tiny Dragon does it again. Jess Fishlock led the Reign to another home victory this past Friday, with the 2-0 win over Boston extending the Reign’s home unbeaten streak to seven matches. We talk about the win, Jess Fishlock’s record-breaking night, and how the team was able to secure the victory. We also recap the results from around the NWSL and preview the Reign’s next match.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky: TCG - @thecoolerguild on BlueskyCoop - @thetallestcoop on BlueskyVan - @vancrisp on BlueskySend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

It was a two game week to forget for the Reign after losing to Angel City and Denver.In this special edition of The Cooler Guild we welcome Grant Engle from Into the Channel onto the pod to guest co-host with Van while Coop is away on vacation. We chat about the ups and (mostly) downs of the week’s losses, take community questions, praise the Etsy witch, and Grant gives us his guide to this year's UEFA Women’s Champions League.Check out Grant's podcast Into the Channel HERESPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky: TCG - @thecoolerguild on BlueskyCoop - @thetallestcoop on BlueskyVan - @vancrisp on BlueskySend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

We are really enjoying the goals. With last weekend’s 2-0 win over Bay FC the Reign have scored in 14 consecutive matches. We give praise to the Etsy witch, discuss what worked against Bay, and our reluctant optimism for the upcoming playoff push. We also cover the other week 21 NWSL results and preview the Reign’s next match against Angel City.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky: TCG - @thecoolerguild on BlueskyCoop - @thetallestcoop on BlueskyVan - @vancrisp on BlueskySend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

Maybe its magic, maybe its having enough Maddies. The Reign completed the season sweep of the San Diego Wave with a 1-0 victory at home this past weekend. We talk about the early red card drama, the Maddie connection, and how the team rallied to get a win despite their continued struggle to create quality chances. As always, we discuss results from around the league as well as preview the Reign’s next match.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IG - @coolerguildpod on InstagramYouTube - The Cooler Guild on YouTubeBluesky: TCG - @thecoolerguild on BlueskyCoop - @thetallestcoop on BlueskyVan - @vancrisp on BlueskySend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - Eddie Buchanan MusicShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

Finishing could use some work but 3 valuable points were picked up. The Reign defeated Houston 1-0 last weekend, continuing a four-game home unbeaten streak. We discuss the team's statistical dominance in the match and our frustrations with the lack of offensive production, and give the defense our praises. We also cover results from around the league, talk about Van's question to NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman, and preview the Reign's next match.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.Follow us on social media:TCG IGYouTubeBluesky: TCGCoopVanSend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie BuchananShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024

Not a great road trip but we'll take the point. The Reign managed to come away with a point after two matches in 4 days on the road. We discuss both the loss to Racing and the draw at KC, how much the team misses Sam Meza, and the team's surprising star Maddie Mercado. We also cover results from around the league and preview Sunday's upcoming home match against Houston.SPONSORSSounder at Heart https://www.sounderatheart.com/thecoolerguild/ - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month.The Doctor's Office https://www.tdosea.com/?ref=sounderatheart.com - Located in Capitol Hill, The Doctor's Office is an intimate global spirits tasting room with classic cocktails and an emphasis on personalized service. TDO Seattle is proud to be The Cooler Guild's first sponsor.-----Follow us on social media:TCG IG https://www.instagram.com/coolerguildpod/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheCoolerGuildBluesky: TCG https://bsky.app/profile/thecoolerguild.bsky.socialCoop https://bsky.app/profile/thetallestcoop.bsky.socialVan https://bsky.app/profile/vancrisp.bsky.socialSend us an email, we love an email: [email protected] produced by CoopMusic by Eddie Buchanan - www.eddiebuchananmusic.comShow artwork by CoopThe Cooler Guild Est. 2024