Player Interview

“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”

Tahlia D’Opera: Inspiring The Young And Aiming For Finals At Balcatta Etna

In the concluding second part of her chat with Impetus’ Ben Gilby, Balcatta Etna defender Tahlia D’Opera outlines why the Western Australian NPL club is so special to her, discusses coaching the next generation, and outlines her aims for this season in this week’s WA On Wednesday feature (27/4/22). Above: Tahlia D’Opera (3) celebrates withContinue reading “Tahlia D’Opera: Inspiring The Young And Aiming For Finals At Balcatta Etna”

Tahlia D’Opera: Balcatta Etna Through And Through

To enhance our coverage of the NPL WA Women’s competition this season, Impetus will be publishing regular interviews with players and coaches from across the league. To kick our WA On Wednesday series off, in the first of a two-part feature, Tahlia D’Opera, defender at Balcatta Etna speaks to Impetus’ Ben Gilby. Part One focusesContinue reading “Tahlia D’Opera: Balcatta Etna Through And Through”

Australia v New Zealand: Media Conference Wrap

Impetus Ben Gilby was in the post-match media conferences and heard the views of Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson and midfielder Emily van Egmond plus New Zealand’s head coach Jitka Klimková and goalkeeper Victoria Esson (8/4/22). Above: Tony Gustavsson, who saw plenty to be proud about in his Matildas team’s performance today. Photo: Football Australia.Continue reading “Australia v New Zealand: Media Conference Wrap”

Sophie Ingle & Gemma Grainger: Wales Are Ready For France

Impetus’ Jean-Pierre Thiesset was in Wales’ pre-game media conference with captain Sophie Ingle and head coach Gemma Grainger for the game against France for us. Ben Gilby reviews the key points that were raised (8/4/22). Above: Wales captain Sophie Ingle speaking to the media yesterday. Photo: FA Wales. Wales captain Sophie Ingle sees tonight’s gameContinue reading “Sophie Ingle & Gemma Grainger: Wales Are Ready For France”

Tash Allderidge: Pride Park Through And Through

Pride Park captain and record appearance holder Tash Allderidge spoke to Impetus‘ Ben Gilby about her footballing journey and life at the Derbyshire Ladies League Division One club (7/4/22). Above: Tash Allderidge (left) strides forward with the ball for Pride Park. Photo: Shaun Hardwick. Tash Allderidge first played for Pride Park in December 2006 andContinue reading “Tash Allderidge: Pride Park Through And Through”

Tameka Yallop: “What You See Is What You Get” With Us

Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from Australia and West Ham United midfielder Tameka Yallop at today’s Matildas media conference from their Townsville training base (6/4/22). Above: Tameka Yallop and daughter Harley at today’s Matildas media conference. Photo: Football Australia. Queenslander Tameka Yallop is delighted to be back in her home state. “Yeah, the weather’s certainly aContinue reading “Tameka Yallop: “What You See Is What You Get” With Us”

Helen Ward And Tash Harding Preview Wales’ Clash With France

Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from Helen Ward and Tash Harding at Wales’ media conference ahead of their World Cup qualifier with France (6/4/22). Above: Helen Ward speaking to the media yesterday ahead of Wales’ game with France. Photo: FA Wales. Helen Ward could win her hundredth cap for Wales against France this week, but the WatfordContinue reading “Helen Ward And Tash Harding Preview Wales’ Clash With France”

Kennedy & Raso Reflect Ahead of NZ Clash

Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from Australia’s Manchester City stars Alanna Kennedy and Hayley Raso at their media conference at the Matildas Townsville training base today (5/4/22). Above: The Matildas training in Townsville. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. Alanna Kennedy spoke to the media today in Townsville ahead of Australia’s friendly with New ZealandContinue reading “Kennedy & Raso Reflect Ahead of NZ Clash”