Category Archives: Player Interview

Hannah Reynolds: WA youngster overcoming major challenges to reach for the stars

EXCLUSIVE by Ben Gilby (23/2/26) Above: Hannah Reynolds (7 – front row, second left) with the Australian Schoolgirls squad that toured the UK in January. Photo supplied by: Kate Reynolds. Western Australian starlet Hannah Reynolds’ selection for the All Australian Schoolgirls’ tour of the UK last month came as rich reward for overcoming the majorContinue reading “Hannah Reynolds: WA youngster overcoming major challenges to reach for the stars”

Lacey Heys: WA youngster on her experience at the Australian School Girls’ tour of the UK

Exclusive by Ben Gilby (16/2/26) Above: The All Australian School Girls squad lining up along with opponents Cardiff City during their UK tour last month. Photo: Emma Heys Facebook. Three young Western Australians, Lacey Heys, Klaudia Houlis, and Hannah Reynolds recently returned home from the UK after being part of the All Australian School GirlsContinue reading “Lacey Heys: WA youngster on her experience at the Australian School Girls’ tour of the UK”

Gabby Hollar on her footballing journey and where the A-League Women can go next

Exclusive by Ella McShane (13/2/26) Above: Gabby Hollar celebrates after scoring for Perth Glory at Western Sydney Wanderers on the opening night of the season. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Following a decorated collegiate career in America, forward Gabby Hollar earned the move of a lifetime to Australia to pursue her professional soccer career. AfterContinue reading “Gabby Hollar on her footballing journey and where the A-League Women can go next”

“It feels like I’m meant to be at Bulleen”: Ashley Jordan returns to the Veneto Club

By Kieran Yap 11/2/26 Above: Ashley Jordan for Francis Marion University. Photo: FMU Patriots Bulleen Lions’s prodigal striker has returned. Ashley Jordan will step on the Veneto Club turf again after five years away in the US College system. The explosive forward rejoins the club where she scored an astounding 39 goals in 27 gamesContinue reading ““It feels like I’m meant to be at Bulleen”: Ashley Jordan returns to the Veneto Club”

Melissa Barbieri: it’s about the moments

By Emma Burke 30/10/25 Above: Melissa Barbieri in the VIC NPLW for Boroondara-Carey Eagles. Photo: Football Victoria Ahead of the A-League Women season, Emma Burke spoke to a mainstay of the league and one of the biggest names in Australian football, Melissa Barbieri. “The best job in the world,” is what Melissa Barbieri, affectionately knownContinue reading “Melissa Barbieri: it’s about the moments”

Game Changers of the NPLW Vic: Deven Jackson

By Kieran Yap 6/9/25 Above: Deven Jackson with the Newcastle Jets. Photo: Newcastle Jets Essendon Royals have had another strong season, after making the final in 2024 immediately after promotion, they have backed that up with another top four finish this season. One of the big reasons for their impressive NPLW campaign is new signing,Continue reading “Game Changers of the NPLW Vic: Deven Jackson”

Game Changers of the NPL Victoria finals: Paige Zois

By Kieran Yap 3/9/25 Above: Paige Zois. Photo: Bulleen Lions Paige Zois is back to her best. After a long term injury, the midfielder has bounced back with goals, assists and brought her famous passing range to full effect. Bulleen Lions are playing their best football at the right time of the season, and ZoisContinue reading “Game Changers of the NPL Victoria finals: Paige Zois”

“The Sweetest Way to Win”: Sarah Rowe’s Perfect Run with the Mariners

By Isabelle Campbell 3/6/25 Above: Sarah Rowe (left) after the A-League Women Grand Final win. Photo: A-League/Central Coast Mariners When Sarah Rowe signed with the Central Coast Mariners midway through the A-League Women’s 2024/25 season, it was with excitement, ambition, and a willingness to be pushed outside her comfort zone. What followed was something sheContinue reading ““The Sweetest Way to Win”: Sarah Rowe’s Perfect Run with the Mariners”

Charli Grant: Embracing challenges & growing as a result

by Ben Gilby (2/5/25) Above: Charli Grant in action for the Matildas against Korea Republic in the April international window. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. It’s been a challenging season for both Charli Grant and Tottenham Hotspur. At the time of writing, the North London side has only won five WSL games and are battlingContinue reading “Charli Grant: Embracing challenges & growing as a result”