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Gorry Returns To Roar And Western United Announce AFF Winner Sawicki

Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from Brisbane Roar‘s Katrina Gorry, Western United‘s Jaclyn Sawicki, and head coach Mark Torcaso (18/8/22). Above: Katrina Gorry, back in orange again for 2022/23. Photo: Brisbane Roar. Matildas star Katrina Gorry will return to Brisbane Roar for the 11th consecutive season, it was announced today. Gorry started her pro career withContinue reading “Gorry Returns To Roar And Western United Announce AFF Winner Sawicki”

Gustavsson: It’s Time To Draw A Line In The Sand

Impetus’ Kieran Yap was in Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson‘s squad announcement media conference for us yesterday as The Matildas prepare to play Canada next month (18/8/22). Above: Tony Gustavsson, pictured prior to the match with Spain in June, is narrowing his focus in terms of squad selection. Photo: Football Australia. Some familiar names returnContinue reading “Gustavsson: It’s Time To Draw A Line In The Sand”

NPL Victoria Women Round 19 Wrap

Kieran Yap provides his weekly round-up of all the action from the Victoria NPL Women’s competition. As usual, there is a detailed report on one game and a wrap of all the other matches along with photos (17/8/22). Above: Box Hill United (blue) look to get away against FV Emerging. Photo: Passion Creations.  Football Victoria’s Youngsters Emerge as Finals Contenders BoxContinue reading “NPL Victoria Women Round 19 Wrap”

Lowry And Nash Reflect On Young Matildas U20 World Cup Exit

Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from Perth Glory’s Hana Lowry and Sydney FC’s Jessika Nash after the Young Matildas 3-0 loss to Spain today eliminated them from the U20 World Cup at the group stage (17/8/22). Above: The Young Matildas side who faced Spain earlier today. Photo: Football Australia. Australia’s dreams of progressing from a fiendishlyContinue reading “Lowry And Nash Reflect On Young Matildas U20 World Cup Exit”

Young Matildas Pair Assess U20 World Cup To Date

In the aftermath of the Young Matildas‘ loss to Brazil on Sunday, Impetus‘ Kieran Yap heard from Bryleeh Henry whilst Ben Gilby listened to Hana Lowry‘s take on the game and thoughts ahead of tomorrow’s must-win final group game with Spain (16/8/22). Above: Bryleeh Henry in action for the Young Matildas in their opening gameContinue reading “Young Matildas Pair Assess U20 World Cup To Date”

Western United Secure Taranto Twins

The A-League Women’s new kids on the block, Western United announced today their second and third squad members ahead of their debut campaign. Impetus hears from Adriana and Melissa Taranto plus club head coach Mark Torcaso as the pair signed on the dotted line today (16/8/22). Above: Adriana and Melissa Taranto show their delight atContinue reading “Western United Secure Taranto Twins”

Leah Blayney’s Young Matildas Ready For Brazil

by Kieran Yap (13/8/22) Above: Young Matildas head coach Leah Blayney, who believes her team are well prepared for the challenge of Brazil tomorrow. Photo: Ann Odong/Football Australia. It was a great result after an impressive performance when Australia defeated Costa Rica 3-1. But for Young Matildas coach Leah Blayney, work began almost immediately forContinue reading “Leah Blayney’s Young Matildas Ready For Brazil”

Hunter On The Hunt

Impetus’ Jonathan Tay was in today’s media conference with Young Matildas star Sarah Hunter from their U20 World Cup base in Costa Rica and got a sense of confidence among the squad. He also analyses Hunter’s influence on their opening victory (12/8/22). Above: Sarah Hunter celebrates after scoring from the penalty spot in the YoungContinue reading “Hunter On The Hunt”