by Steph Arnull (20/12/23). Above: Ruby Grant (right) battling away for England U23s against Italy. Photo: Lionesses. In the dynamic realm of women’s football, a captivating narrative unfolds – a story not just of individual triumph but emblematic of the seismic shift in the sport’s overall landscape. As women’s football is claiming its well-deserved spotlightContinue reading “Unveiling Ruby Grant: An emerging star’s footballing journey”
Category Archives: In Profile
Grace Maher: In a familiar town but a new club and a new role
By Kieran Yap (28/11/23). Above: Grace Maher (middle) with Chloe Logarzo (L) and Jaclyn Sawicki (R) Photo: Western United. Western United established themselves as one of the competition’s benchmarks last season, but Mark Torcaso’s side was not prepared to stand still. This year they announced the arrival of Grace Maher in one of the statementContinue reading “Grace Maher: In a familiar town but a new club and a new role”
Amy Sayer: The future is now
by Genevieve Henry (27/10/23). Above: Amy Sayer gets up to head goalwards against Iran yesterday. Photo: Cat Bryant for Impetus. Amy Sayer made her first start for the Matildas in five years in their Olympic Qualifying match against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The 21-year-old impressed, showing her ability to get behind defenders and putContinue reading “Amy Sayer: The future is now”
Claudia Mihocic: the comeback and the glory
By Kieran Yap 18/9/23 (Kieran84@live.com.au) Above: Claudia Mihocic in action for Bulleen in Victoria’s NPLW. Photo: Gold Leaf Creative. Bulleen’s premiership winning campaign also saw the return of one of Australia’s best young defenders from injury. Claudia Mihocic talks about her comeback season, and what lays ahead with Perth Glory. Bulleen and Calder United hadContinue reading “Claudia Mihocic: the comeback and the glory”
The ongoing battle to support Human Rights in sport
by Genevieve Henry in Sydney (19/8/23) Above: From left to right: Craig Foster, Kate Gill, and Minky Worden take part in the event on Thursday. Photo provided to Impetus by: UNSW Australian Human Rights Institute. The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Australian Human Rights Institute, alongside international nonprofit Human Rights Watch hosted an eventContinue reading “The ongoing battle to support Human Rights in sport”
Laura Blindkilde: Villa’s Newest Star
Impetus’ Nathan Edwards was in the pressbox for us at the Bescot Stadium to watch Aston Villa take on Everton in the Barclays Women’s Super League. He saw firsthand the super talent of Laura Blindkilde – one of the country’s top teenage talents (24/10/22). Above: Laura Blindkilde – Aston Villa’s young gun. Photo: Aston VillaContinue reading “Laura Blindkilde: Villa’s Newest Star”
Orlando Pride Rise To Play-Off Contention
by Blaise Ogutu (6/9/22). Above: Orlando Pride players huddle after a game. Photo: ORLPride/Twitter. Teams in the NWSL this season have been riddled with their own storylines. Whether good, bad or ugly, there is no denying the fact that the league has gotten a lot of attention in recent months. One team that caught people’sContinue reading “Orlando Pride Rise To Play-Off Contention”
Lydia Williams: Influential Matilda & Indigenous Role Model
In the third of our special features for our charity partners John Moriarty Football’s Indigenous Football Week, Kieran Yap profiles Lydia Williams, Arsenal’s hugely experienced goalkeeper who is well worth keeping an eye on both on and off the pitch. Above: Lydia Williams pictured in typical pose whilst playing for Australia. Photo: Sky Sports. Australia’s goalkeeper is waitingContinue reading “Lydia Williams: Influential Matilda & Indigenous Role Model”
Jada Whyman: An Inspirational Player With A Big Future
In the second of our special features for our charity partners John Moriarty Football’s Indigenous Football Week, Ben Gilby profiles Jada Whyman, Sydney FC’s young and highly talented goalkeeper who is a fabulous role model for female indigenous Australian football players. Above: Jada Whyman training with the Matildas during the October international window this year. Photo supplied toContinue reading “Jada Whyman: An Inspirational Player With A Big Future”
Partick Thistle: Hard Work Rewarded After Late Promotion
Craig Walker, media officer for Partick Thistle Women spoke to Ben Gilby about the journey that the club has been on, their successes last season, and the challenges that they faced having gained promotion to the top flight in Scottish Women’s football at the eleventh hour. Above: Partick Thistle group together for a positive startContinue reading “Partick Thistle: Hard Work Rewarded After Late Promotion”
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