Last night, Fran Kirby produced a sensational performance in England’s 4-0 win over Sweden in the Semi-Finals of Euro 2022. It was just reward for a player who has overcome mental health challenges, injuries, and several bouts of debilitating illness to line up at Wembley on Sunday in one of the biggest games on theContinue reading “Fran Kirby: Overcoming Huge Challenges To Make Euro 2022 Final”
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Naomi Chinnama On Finding Her Feet At International Level
Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from Naomi Chinnama from inside the Young Matildas U20 World Cup training camp during a media event yesterday (26/7/22). Above: A relaxed Naomi Chinnama speaking to the media yesterday. Photo: Football Australia. After earning her first call-up to the Young Matildas earlier this year, Naomi Chinnama has gradually found her feetContinue reading “Naomi Chinnama On Finding Her Feet At International Level”
Red Hot RedStar Take State Cup Glory As Subi Field De Vanna And Make NPLW History
It was a big weekend for women’s football in Western Australia and Impetus’ Ben Gilby reviews both the Hyundai Women’s State Cup Final and a historic outcome for Subiaco, who handed a debut to Matildas legend Lisa De Vanna in the weekend’s only NPLW WA match (25/7/22). Perth SC 1-2 Perth RedStar Above: Perth RedStarContinue reading “Red Hot RedStar Take State Cup Glory As Subi Field De Vanna And Make NPLW History”
Belgian Heartbreak But Swedes Are Better Than This
Impetus‘ Jean-Pierre Thiesset and Ben Gilby reflect on last night’s Quarter-Final tie at Leigh. Jean-Pierre rounds up the match action, whilst Ben sounds a warning to England fans stating that the Swedes are a far better team than the one we saw last night (23/7/22). Above: Linda Sembrant hits Sweden’s last gasp winner. Photo: SvenskContinue reading “Belgian Heartbreak But Swedes Are Better Than This”
Jaime Duncanson: Thriving At Perth SC
As part of our WA on Wednesday series featuring NPL WA Women players, Perth SC’s exciting attacking weapon Jaime Duncanson spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about her footballing journey, trying to find a positive growth mindset, and why she loves life at Dorrien Gardens (20/7/22). Above: Jaime Duncanson celebrates after a goal against Subiaco earlierContinue reading “Jaime Duncanson: Thriving At Perth SC”
NPL WA Women Round 16 Wrap
Ben Gilby provides his weekly round-up of all the action from the Western Australia NPL Women’s competition. As usual, there is a detailed report on one game and a wrap of all the other matches along with photos (18/7/22). Above: Balcatta Etna (blue) and Murdoch University Melville keep their eyes on the prize at Grindleford Reserve yesterday. Photo: JASP Photography.Continue reading “NPL WA Women Round 16 Wrap”
Dower Reflects On “Depth Of Talent” In Junior Matildas Squad
16/7/22 Impetus hears from Junior Matildas head coach Rae Dower as the squad for the AFF U18s Championship is announced and Ben Gilby highlights the Western Australian contingent. Above: Junior Matildas head coach Rae Dower. Photo: AFC. Junior Matildas Head Coach Rae Dower has finalised her squad to compete at the AFF U18 Women’s ChampionshipContinue reading “Dower Reflects On “Depth Of Talent” In Junior Matildas Squad”
Ben Gooden: How ‘Little Chorley’ Flew Under The Radar
In the final part of our series looking back over the season with Impetus’ sponsored players and partner clubs, Chorley head coach Ben Gooden speaks to Ben Gilby about the FA Women’s National League Division One North side’s successful campaign in both league and cup (14/7/22). Above: Chorley head coach Ben Gooden on the touchlineContinue reading “Ben Gooden: How ‘Little Chorley’ Flew Under The Radar”
Jessica Darmago: Embracing The Challenge At Fremantle
In our latest interview in the WA On Wednesday series featuring players from the NPL WA Women’s competition, Fremantle City‘s Jessica Darmago spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about her footballing journey, life at the top four challengers, and competing at state level in Tae Kwon Do, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as well as football (13/7/22). Above:Continue reading “Jessica Darmago: Embracing The Challenge At Fremantle”
NPL WA Women Round 15 Wrap
Ben Gilby provides his weekly round-up of all the action from the Western Australia NPL Women’s competition. As usual, there is a detailed report on one game and a wrap of all the other matches along with photos (11/7/22). Above: Abbey Meakins’ superb volley seals the three points for Perth SC in the Italian derby against Balcatta Etna onContinue reading “NPL WA Women Round 15 Wrap”
