Alice de Koster-Kitto 8/10/24 Above: Milly Boughton in action for The Young Matildas. Photo: Football Australia. Arsenal have announced the signing of 18-Year-Old Australian midfielder Milly Boughton to their U21s squad, from Tottenham. With a wealth of experience, and a promising future ahead, the Young Matilda is certainly one to watch. Born in South London,Continue reading “Milly Boughton: Arsenal’s Young Matilda.”
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Caitlin Friend: Bulleen’s benchmark coach
By Kieran Yap 27/9/24 Above: Bulleen Lions coach and Elite Female Football founder Caitlin Friend with playmaker Rosie Rodger. After securing consecutive premierships and Nike FC Cup while developing youth in and outside of the club, Bulleen Lions coach Caitlin Friend is emerging as one of Victoria’s benchmark coaches. Before Bulleen Lions players run ontoContinue reading “Caitlin Friend: Bulleen’s benchmark coach”
Mia Bailey: the Queensland keeper who became a Victorian champion
By Kieran Yap 17/9/24 Above: Mia Bailey (right) and Sarah O’Donoghue. Photo: Heidelberg United It is fair to say that Heidelberg United made some good decisions in the season that saw them crowned champions. One of those was the recruitment of Queensland star Mia Bailey. The former Brisbane Roar goalkeeper’s arrival was a real coupContinue reading “Mia Bailey: the Queensland keeper who became a Victorian champion”
“I feel like now I’ve finally repaid them for everything”: Steph Galea reflects on becoming a champion
By Joe Rosedon 16/9/24 Above: Stephanie Galea after Heidelberg’s Grand Final win. Photo: Football Victoria. Heidelberg United captain Stephanie Galea talks to Impetus about a season that will go down in history. After nine years at Heidelberg United, Steph Galea can finally call herself a Grand Final winner. A remarkable campaign saw her team struggle with form at the beginning ofContinue reading ““I feel like now I’ve finally repaid them for everything”: Steph Galea reflects on becoming a champion”
NPLW WA – What’s it all about?
Ben Gilby has been covering the National Premier Leagues Women’s (NPLW) competition in Western Australia for a number of years now. His coverage of it on the site is consistently among Impetus‘ most-read articles each week. But why is this? Why does this league mean so much to him, and who are the clubs andContinue reading “NPLW WA – What’s it all about?”
Katie McCabe: Passion, pride and vision of an Irish legend
by Boh Blythin (26/7/24) Above: Arsenal and Republic of Ireland star Katie McCabe during her team’s end of season game in Melbourne. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Katie McCabe is a crucial part of both the Arsenal and Republic of Ireland teams. Her ability to play as both a left-back and a winger has enhancedContinue reading “Katie McCabe: Passion, pride and vision of an Irish legend”
The Next Level for Ellie Carpenter
Above: Ellie Carpenter and Sam Kerr celebrate Carpenter’s goal. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (25/7/24). Going to her third Olympics at just age 24, Ellie Carpenter is often considered one of the world’s best players. Her speed, tenacity, and drive set her apart from most. But, as good as she already is,Continue reading “The Next Level for Ellie Carpenter”
Lydia Williams, Number One
By Genevieve Henry and Kieran Yap (5/6/24). With Lydia Williams set to retire from international football, Impetus Football looks back at the impact she had during her career, and the legacy she leaves on and off the field. When Lydia Williams made her debut for The Matildas it was a different era. Five years onContinue reading “Lydia Williams, Number One”
Jess Park: England’s biggest young talent
In her debut article for Impetus, Sophie Puodzius analyses the career of Manchester City and England’s Jess Park, highlighting the versatility that marks her as arguably the most important young player in the country (17/5/24). Above: Jess Park (left) celebrates after scoring in the Manchester derby earlier this season. Photo: Manchester City. Jess Park isContinue reading “Jess Park: England’s biggest young talent”
Margaux Chauvet: “It’s an absolute honour to play for Sydney FC and the perfect motivation going into this weekend’s semi-final.”
Above: Margaux Chauvet (blue) tussling with her former club. Image: Sydney FC. by Genevieve Henry (26/4/24). A standout in Sky Blue, Margaux Chauvet announced that she had re-signed with Sydney until the end of the 2025-26 A-League Women season on Wednesday. The 21-year old has played an important role so far this season, and willContinue reading “Margaux Chauvet: “It’s an absolute honour to play for Sydney FC and the perfect motivation going into this weekend’s semi-final.””
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