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Clare Brennan

Clare Brennan

Joined: Sep 1, 2022

Clare Brennan is an associate editor for Sports Illustrated focused on women’s sports. Before joining SI in October 2022, she worked as an associate editor at Just Women’s Sports and as an associate producer for WDET in Detroit. Brennan has a bachelor's in international studies from the University of Wisconsin and a master's in art history from Wayne State University.

The USWNT continues its hot streak under its new leader, earning a spot in the final after a 1–0 win over Germany in extra time.
Olympics

Emma Hayes’s Gritty USWNT Is on the Precipice of a Gold Medal

The new manager has the U.S. playing with chemistry and conviction at the Olympics, a sharp turnaround from last summer. 

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First-time Olympian Rodman has three goals in four games so far, including the lone goal in the USWNT’s quarterfinal win over Japan.
Olympics

USWNT Outlasts Japan, Sets Sights on Olympic Redemption 

Trinity Rodman ended a stalemate 105 minutes into the U.S.’s quarterfinal against Japan, showing Emma Hayes’s squad can win ugly.

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Hayes stuck with the same group of players to start against the Matildas, but it was sub Korbin Albert's goal that would be the eventual game-winner.
Olympics

USWNT Prioritizes Momentum, Rolls Through Group Stage at Paris Olympics 

Emma Hayes has kept the same crew together through a dense Olympic tournament, where the U.S. heads to the knockout rounds. 

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Mallory Swanson, left, and Sophia Smith were part of a dangerous American attack in Sunday’s match.
Olympics

Three Takeaways From USWNT’s Big Win Over Germany

Sunday’s 4–1 victory was the squad’s most impressive showing under coach Emma Hayes.

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Rodman wasted no time in her Olympic debut, opening up scoring for the U.S. in the 17th minute.
Olympics

USWNT Cruises Past Zambia to Open Olympic Group Stage

Trinity Rodman and Mallory Swanson gave the U.S. an early 3–0 lead as new coach Emma Hayes earned her first major tournament win with the team.

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United States forward Sophia Smith celebrates her goal during the second half against Mexico at Red Bull Arena.
Olympics

USWNT Remains a Work in Progress After Win Over Mexico Ahead of Paris Olympics

The Americans earned a 1–0 win in the friendly, but must show they're ready for primetime at the Summer Games.

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Less than a year after her debut with the USWNT, the 19-year-old Shaw is heading to her first Olympics as the team's top scorer in 2024.
Olympics

The Olympics Are Just the Beginning for Young USWNT Star Jaedyn Shaw

The 19-year-old, who scored five goals in her first five starts with the national team, is only scratching the surface of her potential. 

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The Paris Games will be Hayes’s first tournament in charge of the USWNT.
Olympics

USWNT’s Paris Olympics Squad Focuses on Youth, Versatility

With Alex Morgan not included in Emma Hayes’s roster, the new coach hopes a younger group can win gold this summer.

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WNBA

WNBA’s Connection With Queer Fans Goes Deeper Than Annual Pride Games

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The devolving discourse around WNBA commentary reached a fever pitch after the Sky’s Carter committed a Flagrant 1 foul on Clark last Saturday.
WNBA

Caitlin Clark and the WNBA Don’t Need Your Protection 

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark looked the part of WNBA star in her first trip to New York despite a loss to the Liberty.
WNBA

Liberty Prove They're Title Threats Despite Caitlin Clark's Dazzling New York Debut

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Entering the 2024 season having won back-to-back titles, the Aces are once again the team to beat.
WNBA

WNBA Preseason Power Rankings: Can Anyone Stop the Aces?

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