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Anna Hall. Simone Biles. Olivia Culpo. The WAGs are defrosting – and we didn’t know how badly we needed it. Simone served sideline looks with her custom Jonathan Owens gear while Olivia got real on her post-baby bod. In other barely sports news, the cast of Bring It On brought it back with a reunion that might have you feeling old. Don’t worry, us too. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: How much you’d have to pay to run like Harry Styles A’ja Wilson’s reaction to Bam Adebayo giving her the MVP trophy How UCF trolled UNC à la Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson Why Serena Williams, Chloe Kim, and Nelly Korda are influencing our next athleisure purchase Send Its:  Skims x Nike ad featuring our fave women athletes: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DO58Q6hDiW7/ Josh Hart’s unintentional NYFW walk: https://people.com/knicks-star-josh-hart-on-runway-help-2-year-old-twins-model-11813710  Devonta Smith is MVP in this Eagles’ fans life: https://6abc.com/post/eagles-wr-devonta-smith-fianc-surprise-fan-battling-cancer-autographed-jersey/17836647/ Bring It On reunion: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6rbelEiLK/?img_index=1  Amanda’s IG: @balionis Caroline’s IG: @cghendy Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re pouring one out for the Bengals’ Joey B, who’s out for the next three months recovering from turf toe. Blake begs the question: why couldn’t it be a sexier injury? Elsewhere in the midwest, the Colts are killing it for the first time in *checks watch* a long time. Some say it’s thanks to the new QB on the block, Daniel “Indiana” Jones. Our verdict? It’s thanks to Carlie Irsay-Gordon, who’s been prepping her whole life for this. Plus, we catch up with former USWNT member, Ali Krieger, about life post-retirement and what cross-sport solidarity means for the future of women’s sports. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: One detail Travis shared about his proposal to Taylor Why fans think Shaun White and Nina Dobrev ended their engagement Where Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper watched the Eagles game this week  How Jennifer Hudson played a role in Paige Bueckers learning about her ROTY status  Send Its:  Josh Allen’s biggest fan only knows three words Naomi Osaka gathers Dawn Staley, Sue Bird, Juju Watkins and more for a TikTok Dan Campbell gifts game ball to former Lions owner for her 100th birthday Paige Bueckers learns she’s rookie of the year Ali Krieger’s IG: @alikrieger Caroline’s IG: @cghendy Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL Week 1 served up more drama than we could chew. Josh Allen & co. pulled off a comeback for the ages (yes, we know it’s only Week 1). Swifties mobilized to defend Taylor’s fiancé after a slap on the field. And a bright green dildo made its NFL debut – cue Caroline’s public apology for potentially playing a part. Plus, Golden State Valkyries star Kate Martin joins us to talk about making franchise history and reacting to Caitlin Clark’s season-ending injury. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: A wild fun fact about winners of the US Open, Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz The iconic title given to Ben Shelton at Trinity Rodman’s recent match How Chelsea FC Women is destigmatizing playing while on their periods  The woman reminding us to stop stealing sports memorabilia from children Send Its:  Josh Allen’s collaboration with Oishei Hospital Chelsea FC Women’s period-stained shorts  Ben Shelton’s just a +1  The woman who stole from a kid at the Phillies game Thanks to our presenting sponsor Yes Way Rose! Visit yeswayrose.com to learn more.  Caroline’s IG: @cghendy Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you miss us? Cause we missed you. We’re inching closer to the end of Honey Deuce season, AKA: the end of the US Open. Coming out of the weekend, convos surrounding Naomi Osaka’s return to dominance flooded our feeds. Her talents brought her this far, but we’re convinced Billie Jean Bling and Althea Glitterson – her sparkly Labubu sidekicks – will bring her to the end. Plus, a recap on the first weekend in college football and a look ahead at week 1 of the NFL season. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: How many Honey Deuces Blake spilled at the US Open Serena Williams' reaction to her sister's new doubles partner Who clipped another Dallas athlete’s wings How Chapel Bill dropped the ball during his UNC debut  Why some people are calling Caitlin Clark’s Nike logo “Temu Chanel”  Send Its:  Baby Stella at the US Open  Micah Parsons facetimes a fan The hairy and heavy-breathing ESPN analyst  Caitlin Clark’s logo design Caroline’s IG: @cghendy Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a love story, baby she said yes. Blake and Caroline hop on an emergency pod recording to chat about the engagement news and what it means for Travis’ 13th season in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Swiftie skeptics, this one's for you. Caroline successfully pulled Blake into the buzz around Taylor Swift’s album drop on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s pod, “New Heights”.  And spoiler alert: the theories came true after a 10 PM Instagram tease from Miss Swift herself. Doesn’t she know we’re in bed by then? In other sporty-ish news, Cristiano Ronaldo gifted his now fiancée Georgina Rodriguez a rock – not a ring – and Tom Brady edges closer and closer to a mid-life crash out after seeing his statue outside of Gillette Stadium.  In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: Trinity Rodman’s post-rehab ritual we’re stealing How umpire Jen Pawol made MLB history over the weekend  Myles Garrett’s press conference that left literally nothing to the imagination How we know LeBron James is in trouble with Savannah  Send Its: “The Summer I Turned Pretty” cast at a New York Liberty game https://www.instagram.com/p/DNL1l3zgRms/?igsh=YzJobGhzZ3U1b2Y3  Chad Ochocinco Johnson heartbroken over the Claire’s bankruptcy news https://www.complex.com/sports/a/alex-ocho/chad-ochocinco-heartbroken-over-reports-claires-filing-for-bankruptcy  Angel City FC using ultrasound equipment to see Claire Emslie’s baby https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNQfwziNwhy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==  LeBron hits the pilates reformer with Savannah https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNA9fJqADxw/  Trinity Rodman’s double chocolate cake recipe, compliments of Aubrey Kingsbury: https://www.instagram.com/p/DNGrk8kPt3p/?img_index=1&igsh=MWVnNmJraHV1NWxsMg%3D%3D  Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/17981/one-bowl-chocolate-cake-iii/  Frosting: ​​https://www.justataste.com/5-minute-chocolate-buttercream-frosting-recipe/?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwMIPU9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpwiC7U0gXBjB0KzdtjlwDNS_7nhkNWuaK-Nvp0o95m88paPgnJgvsUK8DhFv_aem_0Z26kMqASwKs-XQDmz3QRQ  Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trinity Rodman is so back. After spending months sidelined with a back injury, the Washington Spirit forward made her return and scored a game-winning goal. Tears, hugs, and a vulnerable celebration ensued. Blake and Caroline also dive into why the women’s Tour de France has some cyclists talking about periods, infertility, and overtraining.  In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: Blake and Caroline’s recap of Diana Taurasi’s docuseries premiere in New York The will-they-won’t-they situationship between Micah Parsons and Jerry Jones Just how fast Caitlin Clark clocked Jordan Chiles’ disloyalty to the Fever  The tea on the potential $325 million sale of the Connecticut Sun Why Luka Dončić is gaining honorary millennial status  Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Well Played was recorded before a shooting in New York City on Monday in which the NFL headquarters may have been the target. Police say a gunman armed with a long gun killed at least five people in a Manhattan office building, including himself. While a motive has not been confirmed, authorities say a note found in the shooter’s wallet referenced the brain disease CTE. We want to note that week’s episode includes conversations about football and the NFL that were recorded prior to news of the shooting. Mr. Taylor Swift – aka Travis Kelce – singlehandedly brought us Christmas in July with a 13-photo Instagram dump featuring mostly him and Taylor. Blake and Caroline discuss deeply important info about the couple, including thoughts on Travis losing his 90s heartthrob hair, their potential engagement era, and Travis’ cameo in Happy Gilmore 2. Meanwhile, Sophie Cunningham shared the punishment she received for telling refs how she really feels about them via TikTok. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  Freaking out over Hailee Steinfeld mentioning Well Played in her newsletter, Beau Society Who’s backing up Micah Parsons for being Jerry Jones’ public enemy of the week  Nikola Jokic proving he’s just a horse-lover who happens to be great at basketball  What Bend It Like Beckham and the NWSL have in common  Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm For info on when and how to watch your favorite NWSL team, visit ⁠nwslsoccer.com/schedule/regular-season⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The WNBA All Stars made a statement with just six words on a black shirt that read, “Pay Us What You Owe Us.” The tension continues to mount between the league and its players, who are asking for better pay and work conditions in their new CBA. But after an awkward press conference – where one All Star threw another under the bus – fans were left wondering what the strategy is and how they’ll accomplish it without some solidarity.  In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  A long recap of Caroline’s wedding and mini-moon and an even longer recap about Blake’s trip to the All Star Game  The real story behind the Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd hard launch  Which celebs – and how many – make a cameo in the Happy Gilmore sequel  Why the Bills were chosen for Hard Knocks despite having a great record Where A’ja Wilson keeps her Olympic gold medals, a year out from the Paris Olympics Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meg thee Stallion is the newest NBA WAG. While we love to see our girl happy, we’re a little concerned about what it all means for Hot Girl Summer going forward. Across the pond, Swiatek and Sinner swept the Wimby finals, and the Royal family got first-row seats to the action…except for seven-year-old Prince Louis, who respectfully declined to show face. He’s not beating the iPad kid allegations. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  A quick intro about our guest host, Greydy Diaz WNBA 🤝NWSL – the women hoopers investing in a different ball-game Which Wimbledon celebs in attendance we’d want to sit next to  Whether Olivia Culpo’s maternity hospital bag was over-the-top What it would take for Luka Doncic to hang out with us  Greydy’s IG: @greydydiaz Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke  theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wimbledon’s serving more than just tennis. Celebs donned their Wimbledon whites while several top-seeded players bid us a “pip-pip cheerio” in early exits. Only three Americans remain, including Ben Shelton, who’s racking up wins and admirers – just ask Trinity Rodman. In other tennis news, Iga Swiatek shared her favorite post-game meal of strawberry and sour cream pasta. Naturally, Blake and Caroline had to try it live. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  The literal bloody hell moment one celeb had in her Wimbledon whites  Which WNBA legend is set to get the first-of-its-kind statue made of her The real reason why Joe Burrow paused his $3 million Batmobile order Why renting out a French chatêau couldn’t get Stefon Diggs out of the dog house  How Chicago Cubs fans made it clear they’re not members of Alex Cooper’s “Daddy Gang” Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week in Pretty Boys of the NFL, Tom Brady apparently hit it off with Sydney Sweeney at the Bezos-Sànchez wedding across the pond in Venice. Blake begs the very important question — can Tom Brady even flirt? Back home, Tight End University kicked off, where players came for the football and stayed for an impromptu Taylor Swift concert. Thanks, Travis. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  A recap of our time in the Stubhub suite for a recent Liberty game Kelsey Plum sharing the real reason many WNBA stars are in a shooting slump  Ben Shelton confirming what Caroline knew to be true – butter yellow is in  The prettiest boy in the NFL who refused to play because it was “too cold” How we want to see sporty enemies squash the beef, à la Coco and Aryna Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimmPS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a winning week for Gen-Z ballers. Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd finally hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after months of speculation. Then, the Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship with an average roster age of 24.7. Subtract a couple of pandemic years (girl math), and they’re basically 22. Their post-win celebration? Let's just say it reflected their age. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  The only woman who could get Stephen A. Smith to… stop talking  How Sophie Cunningham stood on business — and what it reveals about WNBA reffing  Tom Brady proving yet again that he’s the GOAT at Fanatics Fest  How Kylie Kelce plans to help Dawn Staley’s post-coaching dreams come true Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shows why he’s league *and* dad MVP after Game 7 Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Did you know theSkimm has a sports newsletter? Sign up at theskimm.com/sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emma Watson swapped scripts for sports on a certain Oxford University athletic team. Caroline has some words for her, if that gives you any clue about which sport it is. Also across the pond, the Kelce boys take Cannes Lions Festival to talk about the success of their podcast, New Heights. But the real star of the show? The outfit Jason wore in his panel there.The dad vibes are strong with this one.  In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  How the midwest brought Caitlin Clark and Tyrese Haliburton to BFF status The impact Clark’s injury absence had on WNBA viewership  Our inaugural “Pretty Boys of the NFL” segment, ft. Jalen Hurts’ second wedding, Joe Burrow’s thirst traps (debatable) and the Kelce bros in France Why Tyreek Hill and Noah Lyles need couples therapy How JJ Spaun came back  from a late-night parenting emergency to win the US Open Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm PS: Sign up for the Skimm Sports newsletter at theskimm.com/sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coco Gauff made history with her victory at Roland Garross, despite controversial comments from her opponent after the match. And did you see her tiny trophy - what was that all about? Meanwhile, Alex Cooper’s new documentary dropped and her story from playing soccer in college is worth hearing.  In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  Carlos Alcaraz matching Rafa Nadal’s championship pace Aaron Rodgers signed with the Steelers, but his ring finger is what has us talking The WNBA initiative that’s spreading across the country Our new partnership with the NWSL Laurie Hernandez dishes on her time as an Olympic athlete and how she learned to put her mental health first Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm Check out: YourMindIsTheMVP.com  PS: Sign up for the Skimm Sports newsletter at theskimm.com/sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was caught on video giving a mysterious bag of pink powder to women on a yacht – and he still managed to hard launch on IG with Cardi B. Meanwhile, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show featured some of our favorite athletes – hi, Jordan Chiles – and one of the most infamous Housewives of the wine-mom variety.  In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  Who’s taking the post-Knicks loss harder, Samantha Jones or Kylie Jenner? The certifiably most random celeb spotting at the Allen-Steinfeld wedding Why OKC + Indiana’s short commute could bring better balling in the finals A major investment in women’s sports from Major League Baseball  Why our curse-watch is on for Saquon Barkley post-Madden cover debut Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the Knicks stumbled in the Eastern Conference Finals, we have just one question: is Timothée Chalamet okay? From Haliburton’s choke celly to KAT’s revenge tour, the NBA playoffs are delivering. Blake and Caroline chat about all the sports today (yes, even ultramarathons) and are joined virtually by Ilona Maher to talk rugby, body acceptance, being chronically online. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making Caroline’s “Mount Rushmore of Perfect Husbands” The one very important thing Coco Gauff forgot to bring to her French Open match How the Colts’ owner set his daughters up for franchise takeover  The mom who’s reminding us that athleticism doesn’t stop where motherhood begins How Ilona Maher really feels about being the face of American women’s rugby  Ilona’s IG: @ilonamaher  Ilona’s Podcast: @houseofmaher Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Men and women’s pro-hoops popped off last weekend. The Knicks upset the Celtics to make their first final four appearance in over 20 years. Meanwhile, the WNBA saw record crowds, a Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese showdown, and their foul-filled play everyone’s still talking about. Blake and Caroline break down the play and ask: if Caitlin and Angel moved on, why can’t we?  In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:  The latest rumor out of the Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick saga  How we know a woman designed the New York Liberty’s championship ring  Whether Paige Bueckers blew it in her WNBA debut  The relatable way Nikola Jokic will spend his days after the Nuggets’ exit from the playoffs  Justin and Hailey Bieber date night with the Maple Leafs, plus which rapper accused JB of the team’s loss  Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the weekend, rumors swirled that Bill Belichick’s 24-year-old girlfriend was banned from UNC football facilities. The school shot that down quickly. But between the post-CBS interview shakeup to Jordon’s recent Miss Maine competition, TBD if either of them will even make it to week one of the season. Plus, Allison Kuch joins us to talk about life since husband left the NFL – and how she got her “pink” back.  In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover:  Whether the Mavs got first pick thanks to a widely circulated conspiracy theory  Paul Pierce’s walk of shame to work after the Celtics’ game two loss Kylie Jenner and Jordyn Woods reuniting at the Knicks game  How one women’s soccer player highlighted the difficulties women athletes face finding jobs post-retirement  Follow Allison IG: @allisonkuch Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Met Gala Monday showed us just how much influence athletes have on culture. From Simone Biles and Angel Reese serving on the host committee to even the least fashion-forward (hi, Joe Burrow) showing up to the carpet, the intersection of sport and fashion is hard to ignore. And we’re here for it. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover:  A recap of Blake and Caroline’s trip to Tampa covering DICKS Varsity Team debut Which athletes served (and which didn’t) on the Met Gala carpet  How to parent your parents: a lesson from Tyrese Halliburton ft. Giannis Antetokounmpo AJ Brown’s proposal to his fiancée, and which R&B singer helped tie the knot How Tara and Hunter Davis-Woodhall’s lives financially changed pre and post-Paris Olympics  Follow the Woodhalls IG: @thewoodhalls Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s IG: @cghendy theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices