The Paley Center for Media Hosts an Exclusive Preview of FOX Sports’ Coverage of FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ Monday, June 12
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
New York, NY – May 22, 2023 – On Monday, June 12 at 6:30 pm, The Paley Center for Media will welcome soccer legends Carli Lloyd, Alexi Lalas, Karina LeBlanc, and additional members of the FOX Sports broadcast team, including host and reporter Jenny Taft and Executive Producer David Neal, to preview the network’s exclusive coverage of the highly anticipated FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™. As a lead-up to this summer’s can’t-miss sporting event, The Paley Museum – where media, sports, gaming, and entertainment come together – will present a unique evening featuring admired athletes and FOX Sports expert commentators coming together to share a riveting insider’s look at the historic tournament.
The two-time defending U.S. Women’s National Team is on a quest to make history as they set out for an unprecedented three-peat when the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ kicks off July 20 on FOX and FS1. The panelists will discuss what this revolutionary moment means for the sport of soccer, who the favorites are to challenge the U.S. team, the growing popularity of soccer and women’s sports in America, and much more.
“As we approach the highly anticipated FIFA Women’s World Cup™, we are thrilled to welcome soccer legends and the FOX Sports team for this groundbreaking moment,” said Maureen J. Reidy, President and CEO of the Paley Center for Media. “It’s an honor to showcase, celebrate, and bring more attention to women’s soccer, and this conversation is a truly unique opportunity to hear firsthand what these athletes have to say about the upcoming games.”
The audience will get an authentic perspective from the panelists who have made a lasting impact on the game, on the pitch and in the broadcast studio. Paley Members will also get to enjoy a photo op with the FOX Sports team and receive an official FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ mini Adidas soccer ball after the event, while supplies last.
“We couldn’t be more excited to give Paley audiences a special inside look at FOX Sports’ plans to showcase the world’s most spectacular sporting event in the FIFA Women’s World Cup,” said David Neal, Executive Producer of FIFA Women’s World Cup™ on FOX and Vice President of Production for FOX Sports. “As the standard bearer of women’s sports in America, we look forward to continuing to raise the bar with our award-winning coverage as the U.S. team sets out to make history this summer.”
PaleyLive: A Conversation with FOX Sports: FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ Monday, June 12 at 6:30 pm
Scheduled to Appear in Person:
Carli Lloyd, Two-time FIFA World Cup™ champion, Two-time FIFA Women’s Player of the Year; Two-time Olympic gold medalist; FOX Sports Analyst
Alexi Lalas, U.S. Men’s National Team soccer legend; National Soccer Hall of Famer; Olympian; FOX Sports Lead Studio Analyst
Karina LeBlanc, Five-time member of FIFA World Cup™ Canadian National Team; Two-time Olympian; General Manager, Portland Thorns FC
David Neal, Executive Producer of FIFA World Cup™ on FOX and Vice President of Production for FOX Sports; Peabody Award—winner
Moderated by: Jenny Taft, Host & Reporter, FOX Sports
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Schedule
The Paley Museum is open 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Wednesdays to Sundays. For the detailed schedule, please visit paleycenter.org.
Admission
Tickets for admission to The Paley Museum are free for Members; $20 for nonmembers; $16 for students, teachers, seniors, veterans, and first responders; free for children 12 and under; Corporate Members receive free admission for their employees and a guest when they present their current employee ID upon entrance. Advance ticket reservations can be made at paleycenter.org and are encouraged but not required. All proceeds support The Paley Center for Media’s mission.
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Location
The Paley Museum
25 West 52 Street, New York, NY 10019
Media Contact
Julie Rothman
The Paley Center for Media
jrothman@paleycenter.org
212.621.6757
Kristina Hart
The Paley Center for Media
khart@paleycenter.org
212.621.6629
5W Public Relations
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About The Paley Center for Media
The Paley Center for Media is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has proudly made its home in NYC for over 45 years and operates the iconic Paley Museum. Through its respected programming, the Paley Center leads the discussion about the cultural, creative, and social significance of media, drawing upon its curatorial expertise, an international collection, and close relationships with the media community. The general public can participate in Paley programs in both New York and Los Angeles that explore and celebrate the creativity, the innovations, the talent, and the leaders who are shaping media. The public can also access the Paley Center's permanent media collection, The Paley Archive, often referred to as a national treasure, containing over 160,000 television and radio programs and advertisements. Through the global programs of its Media Council and International Council, the Paley Center also serves as a neutral setting where media professionals can engage in discussion and debate about the evolving media landscape. Previously known as The Museum of Television & Radio, the Paley Center was founded in 1975 by William S. Paley, a pioneering innovator in the industry. For more information about The Paley Center for Media, and to learn about the Paley Center’s acclaimed programming, please visit paleycenter.org.