Above: Ashford Town (Middx) 2021/22. Photo: Ashford Town (Middx). It’s been an incredible season for Impetus partner club Ashford Town (Middx). Chairman and head coach Will Boye spoke about his team who are top of the tier five London & SE Premier and have also enjoyed a historic FA Cup run (20/1/22). Ashford Town hitContinue reading “Ashford Town (Middx): A History Making Season”
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A-League Women Media Wrap
With three games tomorrow, Impetus’ Ben Gilby and Kieran Yap heard from head coaches Jeff Hopkins, Alex Epakis, Gemma Lewis, and Catherine Cannuli. In addition, three players – Tash Rigby, Leena Khamis, and Alex Hyunh give their views. (15/1/22). PERTH GLORY: Alex Epakis on COVID and Injuries: Perth Glory’s preparations for tomorrow’s game at NewcastleContinue reading “A-League Women Media Wrap”
“I Think This Is A Big Game For Us And The Players Realize That”
By Kieran Yap (14/1/22) Above: Melbourne Victory head coach Jeff Hopkins (standing) Photo: Melbourne Victory Melbourne Victory manager Jeff Hopkins is trusting the young players to step up in the absence of some big names. Kyra Cooney-Cross and Courtney Nevin are on Matildas duty, and Lynn Williams has returned to the United States. Melina AyresContinue reading ““I Think This Is A Big Game For Us And The Players Realize That””
A-League Women Media Wrap
Ben Gilby brings you the news from this week’s press conferences around the A-League Women ahead of Sunday’s games (8/1/22). BRISBANE ROAR: Garrath McPherson on Getting That First Win and Keeping Gorry The Brisbane Roar head coach has highlighted some of the off-pitch work that was done to help his team finally record their firstContinue reading “A-League Women Media Wrap”
Matildas Asia Cup Training Squad Announced
By Ben Gilby (8/1/22). Above: Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson, who today unveiled his training squad for the Asia Cup. Photo: Football Australia. Tony Gustavsson has announced 25 players who will depart for the Matildas pre-Asia Cup training camp in the United Arab Emirates. 21 of the players have received final selection for the tournament,Continue reading “Matildas Asia Cup Training Squad Announced”
FC United: One-Club Culture At Heart Of Bright Future
FC United of Manchester head coach Tom Fitton spoke to Impetus editor Ben Gilby about his team’s first season in the FA Women’s National League, their large supporter base, and some exciting plans for a successful one club future (6/1/22). Above: FC United Women 2021/22. Photo: @FCUnitedWomen Tom arrived at the club this season forContinue reading “FC United: One-Club Culture At Heart Of Bright Future”
Hayes’ Achievements Recognized in New Year Honours
Above: Emma Hayes has received royal recognition for her incredible success at Chelsea. Photo: Getty Images via Oxford Mail (1/1/22). Chelsea Women manager Emma Hayes has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours.Hayes was given an MBE for her services to football in the Queen’s 90th Birthday Honours in 2016 and will nowContinue reading “Hayes’ Achievements Recognized in New Year Honours”
Jeff Hopkins: We Understand What The Derby Means
By Ben Gilby (24/12/21). Above: Jeff Hopkins, who made clear his passion for the Melbourne derby. Photo: MyFootball. Melbourne Victory head coach Jeff Hopkins spoke to the media today ahead of the big Boxing Day Derby with cross-city rivals Melbourne City and began with positive news about player availability. “Melina Ayres won’t be ready forContinue reading “Jeff Hopkins: We Understand What The Derby Means”
A-League Women Preview
Ahead of Round Four of the competition, which started today, Ben Gilby heard from three head coaches plus Tiana Jaber on THAT goal, Tara Andrews on putting things right this week, Mie Leth Jans on going into a hub for a month, Kate Taylor on Christmas miles from home, and Alyssa Whinham reviews Phoenix’s lastContinue reading “A-League Women Preview”
A-League Women Wrap
Impetus’ Ben Gilby rounds up the week’s media conferences in the A-League Women. This week he heard from five head coaches and players Emma Checker, Paige Satchell, and Chelsee Washington. There is also the latest on Perth Glory‘s immediate fixture schedule (17/12/21). ADELAIDE UNITED: Stenta Calls For A Confident Performance Head coach Adrian Stenta beganContinue reading “A-League Women Wrap”
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