By Kieran Yap (14/4/23) Above: FV Emerging in possession at Box Hill United. Photo: Passion Creations. Round Five of Victoria’s NPLW saw FV Emerging record an impressive win, while two of the form sides this season clashed at Olympic Village. Preston Lions continued their strong start to the season, while Bayside United stumbled against SouthContinue reading “NTC’s young guns Emerge as potential stars: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Five”
Author Archives: kaptinyap
The Impetus A-League Women’s finals preview: Week One
by Jonathan Tay and Kieran Yap (13/4/23) Above: Cortnee Vine (left) and Mackenzie Hawkesby (right) hold up the premiers plate for top-placed Sydney FC. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. The regular season is over, and the top four has been decided. Melbourne Victory will face off against Melbourne City on Saturday afternoon. The winner willContinue reading “The Impetus A-League Women’s finals preview: Week One”
Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains
By Kieran Yap (12/4/23) Above: Charli Grant celebrates her goal for Australia against England. Photo: Football Australia Australia had mixed results over the two games in this international window, but fairly consistent performances. Overall, the international window should be seen as a successful one, despite some lingering concerns. Although a 1-0 loss to Scotland frustratedContinue reading “Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains”
Bulleen off the mark and Okino’s clinic: NPLW Victoria Round Four
by Kieran Yap (10/4/23) Bulleen Lions recorded their first win of the season, Heidelberg United defeated a dangerous Box Hill United and the NPLW Victoria might have a new star striker as Round Four once again delivered some incredible games. Above: Heidelberg United (yellow) and South Melbourne face off. Photo: Jack Dilks. FV Emerging 4-4Continue reading “Bulleen off the mark and Okino’s clinic: NPLW Victoria Round Four”
The Boroondara Eagles take flight: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Three
By Kieran Yap (5/4/23) Above: Emily Sutcliffe launches into the air after scoring for the Boroondara-Carey Eagles. Image supplied with permission by: Passion Creations. (https://m.facebook.com/passioncreations) Alamein 5-1 Southern United The Victorian NPLW ladder is still taking shape, but after three rounds Alamein sit on top of the table. Following an impressive and somewhat surprising 4-2Continue reading “The Boroondara Eagles take flight: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Three”
Ante Juric: The Oracle
By Jamie Dunkin (4/4/23) Above: Sydney FC lift the Premiers Plate on Saturday. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. When Ante Juric took over as Sydney FC manager ahead of the 2017/18 season, there was something that stood out in his team which made it unlike competitors – a high number of youth players who hadContinue reading “Ante Juric: The Oracle”
McNamara masterclass ends Canberra’s brave season
Melbourne City 3-3 Canberra United By Kieran Yap (2/4/23) Above: Hannah Wilkinson reacts after putting Melbourne City ahead today. Photo: KeepUp A masterclass from Holly McNamara has ended Canberra United’s season, but a fairytale ending was almost on the cards for retiring legend Ellie Brush. Melbourne Victory’s late draw with Wellington Phoenix on Saturday hadContinue reading “McNamara masterclass ends Canberra’s brave season”
Western United win, but Keane needs a favour from City
Western United 2-1 Western Sydney Wanderers By Kieran Yap (1/4/23) Above: Hannah Keane is mobbed by her teammates after scoring the opening goal. Photo: @aleaguewomen Twitter Western United have won their final game of the season, and Hannah Keane shot her way into Golden Boot favouritism. However, even after a 2-1 defeat of Western SydneyContinue reading “Western United win, but Keane needs a favour from City”
Phoenix delay Victory party plans
Wellington Phoenix 2-2 Melbourne Victory By Denise Duffy (1/4/23). Above: Wellington Phoenix draw level with Melbourne Victory. Photo: Keep Up. In a thrilling encounter at the Sky Stadium, Wellington Phoenix’s never-say-die attitude allowed them to earn a hard-fought draw with Melbourne Victory, courtesy of a Grace Wiznewski goal eight minutes in to stoppage time atContinue reading “Phoenix delay Victory party plans”
Box Hill are box office: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Two
By Kieran Yap (29/3/23) Above: Zoe Lambi (12) celebrates a goal for South Melbourne against FV Emerging. Image: Football Victoria Despite some big scorelines, the Victorian NPLW was an enthralling as ever in Round Two. Two of last season’s top sides clashed when Heidelberg United faced Bulleen Lions, but there were some surprises elsewhere withContinue reading “Box Hill are box office: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Two”
impetusfootball.org 