The First & only exclusive Denver Summit FC Podcast! Summit Up is your one stop shop for all things Denver Summit FC with plenty of side hikes into the greater NWSL landscape, Women’s Sports in Denver and everything you should know about the culture and community of soccer at 5280’. Join hosts Kali & Matt weekly as we set out on The Climb!
Final Match Recap for DSFC's 2026 Inaugural Season
In this episode of Summit Up, hosts Kali and Matt reflect on the Denver Summit FC's inaugural season, celebrating player achievements and discussing the importance of supporting women's sports. They also introduce the first annual year-end awards, the Summies, and recap the final match of the season. The conversation reflects on the Denver Summer FC's inaugural season, highlighting the emotional rollercoaster of their final match and the overall performance throughout the season. Key players and moments are discussed, emphasizing both the challenges faced and the potential for future success.
Takeaways
Celebrating player achievements is vital
Support for women's sports is essential Emotional end to the season
Bright future for Denver Summer FC
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Summit Up Podcast
04:14 Celebrating Player Achievements
09:51 Referee Accountability and Apologies
12:36 Supporting Women's Sports
18:28 The Summies: Year-End Awards
22:52 Recapping the Season Finale
25:18 Season Finale: A Heartbreaking End
27:12 First Half Analysis: Denver's Fight
31:27 Defensive Heroics: Abby Smith's Performance
34:53 The Impact of Own Goals
36:51 Reflections on a Promising Season
40:51 Post-Game Emotions and Future Aspirations
49:10 Final Thoughts: A Season of Growth
31 Oct 2026
Denver Summit vs Racing Louisville Recap + North Carolina Courage Preview
Kali & Matt are back to cover all the Denver Summit news Peak 2 Peak, recap that goal-fest of a victory over Racing Louisville, and preview Decision Day at North Carolina Courage--in addition to how Seattle Reign and Orlando Pride factor into the playoff equation. #SummitUp
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to Summit Up!
01:25 Player Highlights and Stats
02:04 Baby Bigalski and Future Summit Stars
03:51 Halloween Bald Caps and Dylan's Dedication
06:15 Injury Recoveries and Team Resilience
07:15 Record-Setting Goal Totals
08:50 Looking Ahead: Future Prospects
13:04 Celebrating Team Achievements and Player Moments
16:46 First Half: Flint and Kurtz Strike
19:24 Second Half Goal Barrage
22:32 Referee Decisions and Game Impact
24:41 Louisville's Spoiler and Yaz Ryan's Stunner
29:05 Postgame Press Conference
45:54 Playoff Picture: Standings and Scenarios
47:38 Match Preview: Summit at North Carolina
49:51 Referee Controversies and Their Consequences
52:42 Key Storylines: Sanchez and the Offense
57:27 The Charlie Kelly Rule of Fandom
01:00:44 Predictions and Expectations for the Final Match
01:04:08 Watch Parties, Reviews and Sign-Off
17 Oct 2026
Denver Summit vs Angel City Preview (October 17th)
The international break is over, and Denver Summit FC is back in action with the playoffs on the line!
This week on Summit Up, we're recapping how six Summit players represented their countries during international duty, including Melissa Kössler's brace for Germany, Lindsey Heaps captaining the USWNT, and Janine Sonis and Emma Regan suiting up for Canada.
Then, we're looking ahead to Saturday's HUGE matchup against Angel City FC at Centennial Stadium. With Denver sitting just four points outside the playoff picture and three matches remaining, every point counts. We're breaking down the playoff scenarios, players to watch, keys to victory, and what the Summit need to do to keep their postseason dreams alive.
Plus, a look at Indigenous Peoples Night and everything fans can expect on matchday!
The playoff push is ON. Let's Summit Up!
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