Exclusive interview by Jean-Pierre Thiesset Above: Katriina Talaslahti warming up before FC Fleury 91’s game against Nantes at the start of this month in the Coupe de France. Photo: Jean-Pierre Thiesset for Impetus. Finnish goalkeeper Katriina Talaslahti, who helped FC Fleury 91 to finish fourth in D1 Arkema last season and progress to the semifinalContinue reading “Talaslahti weighs up options for her future”
Category Archives: Player Interview
Ella Thomas: At the beginning of an exciting journey
On International Women’s Day, Impetus announced the sponsorship of Adran Premier side Aberystwyth Town‘s young duo Ella Thomas and Modlen Gwynne. In the second in our series of interviews introducing our latest sponsored players, Ella Thomas answered Ben Gilby‘s questions (23/3/23). Above: Ella Thomas (left) in action for Aberystwyth Town against Barry Town United inContinue reading “Ella Thomas: At the beginning of an exciting journey”
Getting to know Sarina Bolden
by Kris Goman (22/3/23) Above: Sarina Bolden has enjoyed herself since arriving at Western Sydney Wanderers. Photo: Keep Up. A few weeks ago, Kris Goman caught up with Sarina Bolden for our Midweek Dub feature. Sarina had not long before arrived in Australia to join the Western Sydney Wanderers and injected a new lease ofContinue reading “Getting to know Sarina Bolden”
Sofia Sakalis: Growing as a player with good times ahead
Perth Glory’s Sofia Sakalis spoke to Ben Gilby about last season’s challenges based in a New South Wales hub, her growth as a player, and life in Western Australia as the season moves towards its conclusion (21/3/23). Above: Sofia Sakalis in possession for Perth Glory against Western United at Macedonia Park this season. Photo: TomContinue reading “Sofia Sakalis: Growing as a player with good times ahead”
Modlen Gwynne: From Aberystwyth Town mascot to first team player in eight years
On International Women’s Day, Impetus announced its sponsorship of Aberystwyth Town starlet Modlen Gwynne and Ella Thomas. To launch our sponsorship of Modlen, the youngster answered Ben Gilby‘s questions (16/3/23). Above: Modlen Gwynne, Impetus’ newest sponsored player. Photo: Aberystwyth Town Women. Modlen Gwynne is one of a talented crop of young locally produced players atContinue reading “Modlen Gwynne: From Aberystwyth Town mascot to first team player in eight years”
Milly Clegg: Full of appreciation & positivity amidst her rapid rise
Denise Duffy (DD) grabbed an EXCLUSIVE 1:1 chat with Milly Clegg (MC), Wellington Phoenix’s 17-year-old starlet (15/3/23). Above: Milly Clegg in action for Wellington Phoenix this season. Photo: stuff.co.nz. DD: So just tell us about little Milly. How you became the footballer you are. Where did it all start? MC: So I started when IContinue reading “Milly Clegg: Full of appreciation & positivity amidst her rapid rise”
Chelsie Dawber & Emilia Murray: the future is from Adelaide
In this week’s Midweek Dub feature, Kieran Yap spoke exclusively to Adelaide United attackers Emilia Murray and Chelsie Dawber (1/3/23). Above: Emilia Murray celebrates her Round One goal. Image via Keep Up. Adelaide United fans are no strangers to having quality strikers at the club. Michelle Heyman, Mary Fowler, and last season’s Julie Dolan medallist FionaContinue reading “Chelsie Dawber & Emilia Murray: the future is from Adelaide”
Alana Jancevski: The pitch is her playground
Perth Glory attacker Alana Jancevski spoke exclusively to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about last season’s challenges, the tightness of the playing group, and how she hit THAT free kick at Western United last month (28/2/23). Above: Alana Jancevski fires in a shot for Perth Glory against Newcastle Jets at Macedonia Park. Photo: Tom McCarthy. There areContinue reading “Alana Jancevski: The pitch is her playground”
Cortnee Vine: Building confidence & hitting the heights
Prior to the international window, Impetus‘ Ben Gilby had the opportunity to put questions 1:1 to Sydney FC’s Australian international Cortnee Vine (24/2/23). Above: Cortnee Vine in action for Australia against South Africa last October. Photo: Justine Burch for Impetus. Whether it be dancing her way up the flank, supplying pinpoint crosses, or deadly finishes,Continue reading “Cortnee Vine: Building confidence & hitting the heights”
Clare Hunt: Overcoming challenges and learning on and off the pitch
This week’s Midweek Dub player interview saw Western Sydney Wanderers captain Clare Hunt, newly called–up by the Matildas, sit down for an in-depth chat with Impetus’ Kris Goman. The pair discuss Hunt’s earliest days playing in rural Grenfell, her ongoing studies, career aims, and why it’s so important to inspire the next generation (15/2/23). Above:Continue reading “Clare Hunt: Overcoming challenges and learning on and off the pitch”
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