Mia Lockett: Loving Life At Dons

In the latest in our series of interviews with this season’s Impetus-sponsored players, AFC Wimbledon‘s Mia Lockett speaks to Ben Gilby about her footballing journey, and what life is like at the Dons after joining this summer (13/10/22). Above: Mia Lockett in action for AFC Wimbledon during their pre-season friendly with Ipswich Town at PloughContinue reading “Mia Lockett: Loving Life At Dons”

Andreatta And Logarzo Focus In On Denmark

Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from the Matildas assistant coach Mel Andreatta and returning star Chloe Logarzo as the team prepare to face Denmark tomorrow evening (10/10/22). Above: Chloe Logarzo speaking earlier today. Image: Football Australia. The early hours of Sunday morning saw the Matildas arrive in Skive to prepare for their fixture against Denmark atContinue reading “Andreatta And Logarzo Focus In On Denmark”

Vine Time For Cortnee But Concerns Remain

Australia 4-1 South Africa (8/10/22) Above: The Matildas line up before kick-off at Kingsmeadow. Photo: Justine Burch for Impetus. In My View by Ben Gilby at Kingsmeadow for Impetus Whilst the four goals may take the headlines, there were still a number of familiar issues which reared their head throughout the game. Whilst Australia dominatedContinue reading “Vine Time For Cortnee But Concerns Remain”

Gustavsson: Wary Of South African Threat Whilst Building Midfield Cohesion

Impetus’ Ben Gilby spoke to Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson at Kingsmeadow this afternoon ahead of tomorrow’s friendly with South Africa (7/10/22). Above: Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson. Image: Football Australia. Whilst Australia are shorn of a number of first-choice players for their game with South Africa tomorrow, head coach Tony Gustavsson feels that hisContinue reading “Gustavsson: Wary Of South African Threat Whilst Building Midfield Cohesion”

Matildas In Final Preparations For South Africa Clash

Impetus’ Ben Gilby was at Kingsmeadow today to see Australia hold their final training session ahead of tomorrow’s game with South Africa (7/10/22). Above: Courtney Nevin shares a laugh with Cortnee Vine earlier today. Photo: Ben Gilby for Impetus. Australia took to the turf at a newly branded Kingsmeadow Stadium ahead of tomorrow’s fixture withContinue reading “Matildas In Final Preparations For South Africa Clash”

Australia v South Africa: All You Need To Know

Whilst the Matildas stars playing in England are well known to the local audience, Saturday’s clash at Kingsmeadow gives fans a chance to see a group of hugely exciting Australian football stars that may not be quite so well known. Impetus’ Kieran Yap, Ben Gilby, Jonathan Tay, and Kris Goman profile five players, plus ourContinue reading “Australia v South Africa: All You Need To Know”

Harriet Meers: Falling Back In Love With The Game

In the first in a series of interviews with Impetus’ sponsored players for 2022/23, Harriet Meers, who we have supported for three seasons now, spoke to Ben Gilby about last campaign’s rollercoaster, and how she fell back in love with the game (6/10/22). Above: Harriet Meers is back at East Bergholt United this season, andContinue reading “Harriet Meers: Falling Back In Love With The Game”

Micah And Andreatta Look Ahead To Matildas v South Africa

Impetus’ Johnathan Stack was in today’s media conference with goalkeeper Teagan Micah, who reflects on the battle for the number one jersey. Ben Gilby heard from the Matildas’ assistant coach Mel Andreatta as she highlights the threat posed by South Africa, and the importance of the squad’s depth-building project (6/10/22). Above: Teagan Micah speaking toContinue reading “Micah And Andreatta Look Ahead To Matildas v South Africa”

Glory’s Rigby & Epakis Excited And Ready To Aim For Finals

Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from Perth Glory captain Tash Rigby and head coach Alex Epakis at the team’s season launch media event earlier today. Both are hugely positive of a strong season for the Western Australian side (6/10/22). Above: Perth Glory captain Tash Rigby and head coach Alex Epakis face the media today at CrownContinue reading “Glory’s Rigby & Epakis Excited And Ready To Aim For Finals”

Caitlin Foord: Making The Most Of Every Moment

Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from the Matildas star Caitlin Foord from Australia’s South-West London base ahead of this Saturday’s game against South Africa at Kingsmeadow (5/10/22). Above: Caitlin Foord speaking to the media. The Arsenal attacker emphasised that results at present will have no bearing on the Matildas’ World Cup outcomes. Image: Football Australia. CaitlinContinue reading “Caitlin Foord: Making The Most Of Every Moment”