Ahead of today’s inaugural CP Women’s World Cup Final, Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from top scorer Georgia Biekhoff and head coach Kelly Stirton (17/5/22). Above: Outstanding Para-athlete Georgia Biekhoff speaking ahead of the ParaMatildas’ World Cup Final today. Photo: Football Australia. Georgia Biekhoff is not just an incredible footballer. She is a true inspirational allContinue reading “ParaMatildas: Georgia Biekhoff & Kelly Stirton On A “Surreal” Week”
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England Announce Provisional Euros Squad
This afternoon, the Lionesses revealed the long list of players from whom their squad of 23 for this summer’s European Championships will be drawn from. We find out who is in and hear the views of head coach Sarina Wiegman (17/5/22). Above: England head coach Sarina Wiegman. Photo: FA. Sarina Wiegman has named a 28-playerContinue reading “England Announce Provisional Euros Squad”
“The Women’s Game Wins Again”
Ahead of tomorrow’s FA Cup Final at Wembley, Impetus’ Kieran Yap heard from the head coaches of both teams for us – Emma Hayes of Chelsea, and Manchester City‘s Gareth Taylor (14/5/22). Manchester City and Chelsea have a strong mutual respect, and both managers are predicting a high-quality match in front of a potentially record-breakingContinue reading ““The Women’s Game Wins Again””
Kelly Stirton on Leading The ParaMatildas
ParaMatildas head coach Kelly Stirton answered Impetus’ Ben Gilby‘s questions ahead of the team’s opening World Cup match today (11/5/22). Above: ParaMatildas head coach Kelly Stirton. Photo: Ann Odong – Football Australia. We want to now show that the barrier is broken for women in this sport. Women who have CP, ABI, and have hadContinue reading “Kelly Stirton on Leading The ParaMatildas”
Reading’s Kelly Chambers on the Development of the FAWSL and Challenge of City
Ahead of tomorrow’s final game of the FAWSL season for Reading, Impetus’ Abi Ticehurst heard from their head coach Kelly Chambers (7/5/22). Above: Kelly Chambers, Reading’s head coach. Photo: PA. Reading head coach Kelly Chambers is well aware that her team face a serious test on the final day of the season against Manchester City,Continue reading “Reading’s Kelly Chambers on the Development of the FAWSL and Challenge of City”
“This Is A Joy” – Emma Hayes On Chelsea’s Must-Win Match
Impetus’ Kieran Yap heard from Chelsea boss Emma Hayes and key player Millie Bright at today’s media conference ahead of Sunday’s huge game against Manchester United (6/5/22). Photo: Chelsea head coach Emma Hayes was in positive form at today’s media conference. Photo: Sky Sports. Chelsea coach Emma Hayes is not feeling the pressure in theContinue reading ““This Is A Joy” – Emma Hayes On Chelsea’s Must-Win Match”
ParaMatildas and Young Matildas World Cup News
The ParaMatildas’ World Cup campaign opens next week and Impetus hears from head coach Kelly Stirton after this week’s training camp. The Young Matildas also found out their opponents for August’s U20 World Cup and we heard the views of head coach Leah Blayney (6/5/22). Above: The ParaMatildas pictures at their Sydney training camp thisContinue reading “ParaMatildas and Young Matildas World Cup News”
Emma Hayes on Sam Kerr, Ji, And Birmingham
Impetus’ Kieran Yap was in the Chelsea head coach’s media conference for us yesterday and heard her talk about her Football Writers Player of the Year Sam Kerr, departing star Ji So-Yun and overcoming the threat of a Birmingham City side fighting for their FAWSL lives (30/4/22). Above: Chelsea head coach Emma Hayes who spokeContinue reading “Emma Hayes on Sam Kerr, Ji, And Birmingham”
Liskeard Athletic: Pushing For Promotion In Cornwall
Lee Mann is the manager of tier six club Liskeard Athletic. He spoke to Ben Gilby about the club’s great progress, and high hopes for the future (28/4/22). Above: Liskeard Athletic FC. Photo: Janina Augustynowicz. Liskeard Athletic are a big part of a growing successful women’s football scene in Cornwall. Manager Lee Mann came inContinue reading “Liskeard Athletic: Pushing For Promotion In Cornwall”
FAWSL Media Conferences: Chelsea and Reading News
Impetus was represented in FA Women’s Super League media conferences by Kieran Yap, who heard from Chelsea head coach Emma Hayes ahead of their game with Tottenham Hotspur, and Abi Ticehurst, who spoke to Reading boss Kelly Chambers as she prepares her team to face West Ham United (22/4/22). Above: Chelsea head coach Emma HayesContinue reading “FAWSL Media Conferences: Chelsea and Reading News”
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