In the fourth of our special features for our charity partners John Moriarty Football’s (JMF) Indigenous Football Week, Kieran Yap spoke to Ros Moriarty, JMF co-founder, co-chair, and co-MD. Ros is also the Women’s Football Council Chair of Football Australia. Above: Ros Moriarty. Photo: Storyboard Media, supplied by John Moriarty Football. The impact that football canContinue reading ““Football Is A Powerful Vehicle For Social Good And Transformation””
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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”
A-League Women Wrap
Ben Gilby hears from Melbourne City’s Emma Checker, Melbourne Victory’s Kayla Morrison plus Adelaide United’s Grace Taranto, and Leia Varley. There’s also Tony Gustavsson‘s explanation of his selection for the Matildas’ friendlies with the USWNT next week. Above: Melbourne City’s Emma Checker spoke to the media this week about how she sees good things aheadContinue reading “A-League Women Wrap”
Matildas Unveil Squad For USWNT Matches
Overnight, Australia announced their 25 player squad for their doubleheader against the USA at the end of this month. Head coach Tony Gustavsson revealed the reasons behind his selections Above: The Matildas face the World Champions twice at the end of this month with their all-time attendance record set to be smashed. Photo: Football Australia.Continue reading “Matildas Unveil Squad For USWNT Matches”
Sam Stays!
Above: Sam Kerr pictured for the media this afternoon after extending her deal at Kingsmoeado for another two years. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Chelsea FCW. Chelsea announce this afternoon that forward Sam Kerr has extended her contract at the club for a further two years – until the summer of 2024. Following a stellarContinue reading “Sam Stays!”
Australian and NZ Round-up
Ben Gilby brings you all the events from this week’s A-League Women press conferences. He hears from newly announced signings at Melbourne Victory, Adelaide United, Newcastle Jets, and Wellington Phoenix, plus Canberra United’s latest media day and Adelaide United’s joint training session. There’s also the details on the full season fixture announcement and the settingContinue reading “Australian and NZ Round-up”
Impetus Hears From Matildas At USWNT Series Launch
Impetus’ Kris Goman was at Stadium Australia in Sydney this morning for the media launch ahead of the Matildas forthcoming two-game series with the USWNT at the end of this month. She spoke exclusively to Emily Van Egmond, Jada Whyman, and Bryleeh Henry. Kris additionally heard from NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet, The Hon Natalie Ward,Continue reading “Impetus Hears From Matildas At USWNT Series Launch”
A-League Women Round-Up
Ben Gilby hears from Adelaide United’s Fiona Worts & Adrian Stenta before providing the views of Michelle Heyman and Allira Toby at Canberra United’s media day. Tash Rigby and Alex Epakis speak at the unveiling of Perth Glory’s captain for the campaign and we conclude with in depth coverage Wellington Phoenix Women’s first media conferenceContinue reading “A-League Women Round-Up”
Matildas Coaches React To Asian Cup Draw
The draw for the 2022 Asian Cup, which takes place during January in India took place today. Impetus’ Ben Gilby got reaction to the draw from Australia’s head coach Tony Gustavsson and assistant Mel Andreatta. Artwork: Football Australia The draw for the 2022 Asian Cup in India was made earlier today and Australia will beContinue reading “Matildas Coaches React To Asian Cup Draw”
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