By Isabelle Campbell and Kieran Yap 12/9/25 Above: Heidelberg United after winning the 2025 Premiership . Photo: Heidelberg United Ahead of the biggest game of the Victorian season, Impetus writers look at the strengths of both sides in the Grand Final. Why Heidelberg United will win- By Isabelle Campbell Heidelberg United are heading into theContinue reading “NPLW VIC Grand Final preview”
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What Taylor Ray brings to Victory
By Isabelle Campbell 1/9/25 Above: Taylor Ray for Australia. Photo: Football Australia Taylor Ray, one of the A-League Women’s most accomplished and resilient players, has officially signed with Melbourne Victory following three back-to-back championships across two different clubs. Though only 24, Ray brings with her an impressive record of success. In her eight seasons inContinue reading “What Taylor Ray brings to Victory”
In celebration of Steph Catley
By Isabelle Campbell 8/8/25 Above: Steph Catley with Arsenal. Photo: Arsenal Following her nomination for the Ballon d’Or and official recognition as one of the best players in the world. Isabelle Campbell looks at what makes Steph Catley so special. World Cup captain, Champions League winner, Ballon D’Or nominee, Steph Catley is one of theContinue reading “In celebration of Steph Catley”
“You don’t lose you learn”: Montemurro focused on development not defeat
By Isabelle Campbell 8/7/25 Above: Emily Gielnik against Panama Photo: Rob Lizzi for Impetus Despite a 1-0 defeat to Panama in Bunbury, Matilda’s head coach Joe Montemurro remains composed and confident as his side prepares for the second match of the series at HBF Park in Perth. With four debutantes introduced off the bench inContinue reading ““You don’t lose you learn”: Montemurro focused on development not defeat”
“I’m Just Happy to Play My Part”: Siemsen Embraces Her Matildas Comeback
By Isabelle Campbell 3/7/25 Above: Remy Siemsen. Photo: Cat Bryant for Impetus After some time in the periphery of the national team, Remy Siemsen is making the most of her opportunity to return to the Matildas setup under new head coach Joe Montemurro. The Australian forward has already shown her value in the side’s secondContinue reading ““I’m Just Happy to Play My Part”: Siemsen Embraces Her Matildas Comeback”
“It’s about doing the small things right” : Joe Montemurro and Amy Sayer Look Ahead to the Next Match
By Isabelle Campbell 28/06/2025 Above: Amy Sayer for Australia. Photo: Rob Lizzi for Impetus Following their 3-0 win over Slovenia on Thursday night, the Matildas and head coach Joe Montemurro have set their sights on the second game in the series and on continuing to build a cohesive identity under the newly appointed boss. TheContinue reading ““It’s about doing the small things right” : Joe Montemurro and Amy Sayer Look Ahead to the Next Match”
“The Official Start of Our Build-Up for the Asian Cup”: The Montemurro Era Begins
By Isabelle Campbell 26/06/25 Above : Joe Montemurro and defender Ellie Carpenter were joined by Slovenia head coach Saša Kolman and midfielder Dominika Conc. Photo: Neil Bennett The Matildas are set to face Slovenia for the first time tonight at HBF Park, in the opening match of a two-game friendly series that also marks the debut of Joe Montemurro as headContinue reading ““The Official Start of Our Build-Up for the Asian Cup”: The Montemurro Era Begins”
One of 12: The Coaching Gap in the Women’s A-League.
By Isabelle Campbell & Alice de Koster-Kitto 23/6/25 Above: Emily Husband with the Central Coast Mariners. Photo: Central Coast Mariners. Why are women still underrepresented in senior coaching roles, and what can be done to change that? The A-League Women is gaining momentum, with rising talent and growing fan interest, but behind the scenes, progressContinue reading “One of 12: The Coaching Gap in the Women’s A-League.”
“The Sweetest Way to Win”: Sarah Rowe’s Perfect Run with the Mariners
By Isabelle Campbell 3/6/25 Above: Sarah Rowe (left) after the A-League Women Grand Final win. Photo: A-League/Central Coast Mariners When Sarah Rowe signed with the Central Coast Mariners midway through the A-League Women’s 2024/25 season, it was with excitement, ambition, and a willingness to be pushed outside her comfort zone. What followed was something sheContinue reading ““The Sweetest Way to Win”: Sarah Rowe’s Perfect Run with the Mariners”
Johnson debut goal drives Matildas to Argentina win
Australia 2-0 Argentina by Isabelle Campbell at Marvel Stadium for Impetus (30/5/25). Above: Kahli Johnson celebrates her debut goal for Australia. Photo: Football Australia. The Matildas put on an outstanding display of attacking mindset in a 2-0 win over Argentina at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne. With several senior players unavailable, the fixture allowed fringe playersContinue reading “Johnson debut goal drives Matildas to Argentina win”
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