On “Catching Up With Costabile & Kenney,” Sun-Times sports reporters Annie Costabile and Madeline Kenney discuss trending topics in Chicago sports and beyond. The duo examines women’s sports and the adversities female athletes face. The sixth episode features special guest Lovie Smith, University of Illinois head football coach.
The Rundown:
- Costabile and Kenney discuss the Chicago Sky’s All-Stars: Diamond DeShields, Courtney Vandersloot and Allie Quigley (1:02-3:38)
- Chicago Red Stars “Welcome Back Game” (3:50-6:00)
- NWSL sponsorships/ESPN TV deal (6:06-11:12)
- Big Ten Football (11:15-17:50)
- Female coaches in NCAA football (32:40-37:20)
Special Guest:
University of Illinois head football coach, Lovie Smith is entering his fourth season at the help of the Illini program. On this episode Smith dives into the programs turn around, who he expects to have a breakout season this year and where fans can expect to see the biggest changes on the football field. (18:08-32:25)
