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Friendlies presented by Verizon: Where Paige Nielsen Finds Inspiration
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The Houston Dash defender opens up to Sam about her long journey from waived rookie to beloved pillar of the NWSL including how her mother pushed her to chase her dreams, why she came back to play after quitting, and why you never know who’s going to slide into your DMs.
Interview disclaimer: This episode mentions both domestic violence and eating disorders.
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