I also coach at Santa Clara University and I play with those collegiate women every day."
Typical day:“Insane.
My car is my office, my locker, my vehicle of transportation.
I have my computer, iPad, phone and soccer gear all in there.
I don’t go to an office.
I’m just constantly on the phone.
I get business done anywhere I can on the move.”
Now I have about 15 women who come consistently.
It’s a great support system.
It keeps me motivated to work out because I’m just thinking about them."
Then one of them asked, Are you Brandi Chastain?
My daughter plays soccer and loves you!
So somewhere in Ohio, a girl is driving around with my 20-inch signature along her car.
If you enjoy it, you’ll play better soccer.
Remember that each game stands alone.
Current play time:“It would require a paramedic on the sideline if I played again.
I play with my kids, just messing around, but nothing organized.
I’ll do some charity events, but not often.
I also run and do yoga.”
Typical day:“I’m on the road so much for work.
I get up at 5:30, do a good hour of work before getting the kids up.
If I’m in mom mode, I have a go at be really present.”
Shape-up routine:“Paddle boarding and fun boot camp classes.
My whole thing is having fun with friends.
Little ballers:“My kids have no choice!
We’ve always said to them, you don’t have to play soccer.
They do basketball, gymnastics and flag football too; I’m a big believer in diversifying sports.”
It happens with taxi drivers, too, and even young kids who’ve seen a documentary.”
Women’s World Cup plans:“I will be working for ESPN the whole time.
Because that’s the one thing we always had this sense of enjoyment of the moment.
Pressure is a privilege.
Think of it as a wonderful opportunity rather than something strangling you.
Smile, breath and laugh your way through it.”
Typical day:“I live in the suburbs and work at the University of Texas.
I’m lucky to go outside everyday to practice.
It’s not easy-going but not too fast-paced either.
Shape-up routine:“I still work out but of course not at the level we use to.
I run, do the elliptical and have gotten into Orangetheory.”
Little ballers:“My oldest plays.
She is almost 7 so they play 3v3 and it is fun to watch.
I told him who I was and he said, ‘I thought you looked familiar.'”
Women’s World Cup plans:“I’m going to watch as many games as I can.
I’ll be working camps and working with ESPN doing an evening show on ESPN FC.”
__Advice for Team 2015: “__The World Cup is the highest level and biggest stage.
It will bring up the level of intensity and nerves.
Take a deep breath and relax a bit.
After the first game, the nerves will subside a little.
Stay focused on the games at hand and don’t worry about outside distractions.”
Current play time:“I play other sports recreationally; I’m currently playing co-ed softball.
Typical day:“I live in Arlington, Virginia.
I usually get up early, have my coffee and enjoy the morning.
If I’m at home, then I usually work out five days a week in the early afternoon.
In the evenings I’m home; I spend time with friends.
We have dinner, catch a ballgame or a movie, or just chill.”
I watch what I eat.
I’m feeling great, energetic and alive at 43!”
Weirdest fan encounter:“A day or two after the World Cup, I was in Pasadena.
Left his car running with the door open in the middle of traffic and everything!
I have various appearances planned and will be making numerous media appearances throughout the tournament.
Plus, I’ll be tweeting my insights, thoughts and musings.”
Advice for Team 2015:“Now is the time you have always dreamed of!
I stay in shape working with my horses and taking care of my eight-acre farm!
My days are full and I am non-stop.
Im usually up at 5 and doing stuff on the farm until 5 p.m.
If I had time, Id do power yoga and kick boxing/MMA training.
Weirdest fan encounter:Public restroom.
Someone slid a magazine under the door and asked me to sign.
How the game has changed:I dont think the game has changed.
But the opportunity to play has increased tremendously and the awareness of the sport has grown as well.
Women’s World Cup Plans:To watch from my couch!
And Ill be at the 3rd place and final with my son.
Advice for Team 2015:The hay is in the barn.
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