Peyton Skeels
@peytonskeels.bsky.social
Sports Photographer / Freelancer
Managing all things NWSL & North American Operations at ShePlays Inc.
Managing all things NWSL & North American Operations at ShePlays Inc.
Croix Bethune really did not want another 3 hour soccer game
November 15, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Croix Bethune really did not want another 3 hour soccer game
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I would strongly recommend to anyone in the #NWSL who is trying to learn from "subject matter experts," go listen to "Tested," by @reveleth.com (from @npr.org & CBC). It's a full education on the history of sex testing in women's sports & DSD athletes today
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
November 11, 2025 at 3:20 PM
I would strongly recommend to anyone in the #NWSL who is trying to learn from "subject matter experts," go listen to "Tested," by @reveleth.com (from @npr.org & CBC). It's a full education on the history of sex testing in women's sports & DSD athletes today
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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It might seem easy to stand still and hope no one notices during these particularly hellish times, but NWSL is not in a position to do that without putting human beings in danger.
Also as several colleagues have noted, the photo choice here is absolutely intentional and points in a grim direction.
Also as several colleagues have noted, the photo choice here is absolutely intentional and points in a grim direction.
Deeply disappointed in Liz Eddy here, who I've always liked and respected. A reminder that we have a lot of work to do when it comes to educating the public about why trans inclusion isn't just morally correct, but competitively sound share.google/Gjf9a1Sl01eL...
National Women’s Soccer League must adopt gender standards to keep growing
Recent controversies across women’s sports — from swimming to track and field — have highlighted professional soccer lacks clear eligibility policies, unlike a growing number of other competitions.…
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October 27, 2025 at 6:08 PM
It might seem easy to stand still and hope no one notices during these particularly hellish times, but NWSL is not in a position to do that without putting human beings in danger.
Also as several colleagues have noted, the photo choice here is absolutely intentional and points in a grim direction.
Also as several colleagues have noted, the photo choice here is absolutely intentional and points in a grim direction.
Emphasis on: we can do it.
Anyway, IMO:
Based on past experience, the W Champions Cup is going to take work from clubs, fans, and media. If we don't want Ballon d'Or level nonsense in woso forever, we're going to have to hard-carry this fragile mess until Concacaf meets what's needed.
And, we can do it.
Based on past experience, the W Champions Cup is going to take work from clubs, fans, and media. If we don't want Ballon d'Or level nonsense in woso forever, we're going to have to hard-carry this fragile mess until Concacaf meets what's needed.
And, we can do it.
October 17, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Emphasis on: we can do it.
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this iconic advertising copywriter named Kathy Hepinstall Parks died over the weekend and I wanted to share something from her website I thought Bluesky would like
August 22, 2025 at 2:20 PM
this iconic advertising copywriter named Kathy Hepinstall Parks died over the weekend and I wanted to share something from her website I thought Bluesky would like
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Joslin joined activists in raising the 66-foot flag on May 20, where it remained for about two hours. They were off duty at the time and took part as a private citizen. Shortly afterward, Yosemite updated its regulations to prohibit flags larger than 15 square feet.
Ranger fired for hanging transgender flag in Yosemite and park visitors may face prosecution
A Yosemite National Park ranger was fired after hanging a pride flag from El Capitan, and some visitors to the California park face potential prosecution for participating in a demonstration.
apnews.com
August 20, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Joslin joined activists in raising the 66-foot flag on May 20, where it remained for about two hours. They were off duty at the time and took part as a private citizen. Shortly afterward, Yosemite updated its regulations to prohibit flags larger than 15 square feet.
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Different vibe at Audi Field tonight for Spirit-Racing
August 15, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Different vibe at Audi Field tonight for Spirit-Racing
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Sex testing is officially back in sports -- which is a huge bummer and also contradicts so much ethics, human rights law, and actual science. More on all that (and the history) on my podcast Tested: www.tested-podcast.com
July 30, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Sex testing is officially back in sports -- which is a huge bummer and also contradicts so much ethics, human rights law, and actual science. More on all that (and the history) on my podcast Tested: www.tested-podcast.com
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Good morning! I wrote about the many, many predatory layers to the New York Liberty’s new partnership with Vagisil. A “Haterade” rant for your Friday:
haterade: the ny liberty think your vagina stinks
In a league that so often gets it right, there's still a shadow looming over it in the form of growth and profit.
www.thefrankiedlc.news
June 27, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Good morning! I wrote about the many, many predatory layers to the New York Liberty’s new partnership with Vagisil. A “Haterade” rant for your Friday:
The first Northern Super League goal being a PK converted by Quinn just feels right.
April 17, 2025 at 2:41 AM
The first Northern Super League goal being a PK converted by Quinn just feels right.
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BREAKING: A court overturned Ohio's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
This is a critical victory for trans rights.
This is a critical victory for trans rights.
March 18, 2025 at 5:05 PM
BREAKING: A court overturned Ohio's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
This is a critical victory for trans rights.
This is a critical victory for trans rights.
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There's plenty I would praise the Prime Video production for: they have the best color balance of any US broadcaster by an order of magnitude, & the fewest pointless cuts to someone taking a throw-in during the first 10 mins of a game.
But this? It conveys that the game doesn't matter.
But this? It conveys that the game doesn't matter.
March 8, 2025 at 1:52 AM
There's plenty I would praise the Prime Video production for: they have the best color balance of any US broadcaster by an order of magnitude, & the fewest pointless cuts to someone taking a throw-in during the first 10 mins of a game.
But this? It conveys that the game doesn't matter.
But this? It conveys that the game doesn't matter.
Japan Believed. NWSL jerseys drop in 9 hours. Time is weird.
February 27, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Japan Believed. NWSL jerseys drop in 9 hours. Time is weird.
I think after 3 halves it’s safe to say Japan Believes
February 23, 2025 at 8:16 PM
I think after 3 halves it’s safe to say Japan Believes
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New from me:
Croix Bethune (in LA last Thursday) and Jonatan Giráldez (speaking today) spoke on her status recovering from last year's knee injury.
Quotes from both, plus more Spirit injury updates: #NWSL #USWNT
Croix Bethune (in LA last Thursday) and Jonatan Giráldez (speaking today) spoke on her status recovering from last year's knee injury.
Quotes from both, plus more Spirit injury updates: #NWSL #USWNT
Bethune 'a few weeks' from full training with Washington Spirit
Croix Bethune and Washington Spirit head coach Jonatan Giráldez gave the latest update on the USWNT star's recovery from a knee injury.
prosoccerwire.usatoday.com
January 28, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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If you oppose this hateful attack on trans rights, you really need to urge your senators to stand against it.
www.senate.gov/general/cont...
www.senate.gov/general/cont...
January 14, 2025 at 8:13 PM
If you oppose this hateful attack on trans rights, you really need to urge your senators to stand against it.
www.senate.gov/general/cont...
www.senate.gov/general/cont...
Penn State win the natty, Schumacher is the first female head coach to win a D1 National championship in volleyball, and the confetti is shaped like snowflakes?!
What a finale for #NCAAWVB
What a finale for #NCAAWVB
December 22, 2024 at 10:55 PM
Penn State win the natty, Schumacher is the first female head coach to win a D1 National championship in volleyball, and the confetti is shaped like snowflakes?!
What a finale for #NCAAWVB
What a finale for #NCAAWVB
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December 21, 2024 at 4:54 PM