About

The 5280 Pitch is your home for everything Denver Summit FC and the NWSL — told through the voice of lifelong Coloradan and veteran sports broadcaster Kate Hanson.

This is the podcast for fans who want real insight without the jargon. Each episode brings you closer to the Summit with deep-dive player profiles, tactical breakdowns, behind-the-scenes context, weekly NWSL updates, and the stories that make this league so electric.

As Denver enters the NWSL, The 5280 Pitch gives you the full picture: the signings, the strategy, the identity, the altitude advantage, and the moments that will define this club from day one. Whether you’re a longtime women’s soccer fan or brand new to the league, you’ll feel connected, informed, and part of the Summit’s rise.This isn’t the official team podcast — it’s the fan-driven voice of Denver’s newest pro sports chapter.

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About the Host

Kate Hanson

Host of The 5280 Pitch | Former 850 KOA Broadcaster | Colorado Native

Kate Hanson is a veteran sports broadcaster and the voice behind The 5280 Pitch, Denver's home for Summit FC and NWSL coverage. With years of experience at 850 KOA—Denver's premier sports radio station—Kate brings professional broadcasting chops and deep Colorado sports knowledge to women's soccer coverage.

As a Colorado native and lifelong soccer fan, Kate covers Denver Summit FC's inaugural season with the same depth and analysis she brought to Denver's other professional teams. Her style is direct, energetic, and unapologetically passionate about treating women's soccer with the respect it deserves.

What Kate Talks About:
-Denver Summit FC's expansion season and NWSL growth
-Tactical breakdowns, player profiles, and match analysis
-The altitude advantage and what makes Centennial Stadium unique
-Building community around women's professional sports in Denver
-Colorado soccer culture and the youth development pipeline
-Women's sports media and broadcast coverage

Kate's broadcast background at 850 KOA gives her a unique perspective on how women's soccer fits into Denver's sports landscape—and why this moment matters for the city and the league.

Available for:
-Podcast guest appearances
-Panel discussions on women's sports media and broadcasting
-Denver sports commentary and NWSL analysis
-Soccer culture and community-building conversations

Contact: 5280pitch@gmail.com

When she's not behind the mic, Kate is usually at a pitch somewhere in Colorado, cheering on the next generation.