Impetus’ Ben Gilby reports on Perth Glory’s media conference with captain Tash Rigby ahead of her 100th appearance for the club on Saturday, and head coach Alex Epakis on his skipper’s influence, the challenge of Melbourne Victory and the impact of his young locally produced stars (16/11/23). Above: Tash Rigby speaking to the media todayContinue reading “Epakis: Perth pride ahead of big day for captain Rigby”
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Crystal Palace v Lewes Photo Gallery
from Ben Gilby at Gander Green Lane (12/11/23) Above: Elise Hughes cuts in towards goal this afternoon. Photo: Ben Gilby for Impetus. Crystal Palace 3-2 Lewes Barclays Women’s Championship Follow Impetus on social media – we’re @ImpetusFootball on Threads, Instagram, X (Twitter), and Facebook. DON’T MISS our brand new TikTok platform @ImpetusFootball too!
Perth break Canberra curse to remain top
Canberra United 2-3 Perth Glory by Ben Gilby (4/11/23) Above: Cote Rojas (left) and Michelle Heyman look to find a way through for Canberra United today. Photo: Canberra United. Perth Glory gained an impressive victory in front of a record McKellar Park crowd to defeat their bogey team Canberra United and extend their winning startContinue reading “Perth break Canberra curse to remain top”
Alex Epakis: Resilience and character is driving our growth
For this week’s Midweek Dub interview, Alex Epakis, head coach of league leaders Perth Glory speaks exclusively to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about his team’s start to the season, recruitment, and and how the club has evolved during his four-year tenure (2/11/23). Above: Perth Glory head coach Alex Epakis. Photo: Getty Images, supplied to Impetus by: PerthContinue reading “Alex Epakis: Resilience and character is driving our growth”
Pete Rakic on Perth SC’s season and what the future holds
Impetus‘ Ben Gilby speaks exclusively to Pete Rakic who led a Perth SC side riddled by injuries to the best NPLW WA season in their history, and his exciting plans for 2024 (31/10/23). Above: Pete Rakic, who led Perth SC to the most successful campaign in the club’s history. Photo: Rob Lizzi. Pete Rakic isContinue reading “Pete Rakic on Perth SC’s season and what the future holds”
A month of dreams and life-affirming memories
Just over two months after the World Cup, The Matildas are back in action. Impetus’ Ben Gilby, who spent a month back in Australia for the tournament, reflects on a period which combined strong emotional ties with the women’s game in the city of Perth to never-to-be-forgotten experiences (27/10/23). Above: The scene at Stadium AustraliaContinue reading “A month of dreams and life-affirming memories”
Gustavsson: “All these three teams can hurt us” & “our challenge is to unlock them”
Impetus’ Ben Gilby reports on the press conference featuring Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson and Iran head coach Maryam Azmoon ahead of the two nations’ meeting at HBF Park in Perth tomorrow as the second round of Asian qualifying for the Olympics gets underway – plus photos from training today (25/10/23). Above: Australia head coachContinue reading “Gustavsson: “All these three teams can hurt us” & “our challenge is to unlock them””
Halifax FC announce exciting link up with Hokulani International to provide bright future
Halifax FC Women head coach Rob Mitchell speaks to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about an exciting development at the tier three FA Women’s National League Northern Premier club (24/10/23). Above: Halifax FC Women 2023/24. Photo: Halifax FC Women. Halifax FC Women are a club who have consistently achieved. Under their previous name of Brighouse Town, theyContinue reading “Halifax FC announce exciting link up with Hokulani International to provide bright future”
Photography Showcase
Impetus had photographers at eight games this weekend from tier one down to tier seven in England and Australia. Each of our team select their four favourite images from the games they attended to share with you (23/10/23). Above: Maya Le Tissier heads clear for Manchester United against Everton at Walton Hall Park yesterday. Photo:Continue reading “Photography Showcase”
Carlos Vega Mena: “What we’ve achieved is massive but our focus is player development”
Perth RedStar head coach Carlos Vega Mena has just guided his side to a second successive NPLW WA league title and Top Four Cup triumph. Under his leadership, the club have only lost a handful of matches as they pursue their quest for excellence. Impetus’ Ben Gilby spoke to Carlos about another successful campaign (23/10/23).Continue reading “Carlos Vega Mena: “What we’ve achieved is massive but our focus is player development””
