Sidney scores a screamer & Bulleen start to build – NPLW Victoria Wrap Round 7

By Kieran Yap (3/5/23) Above: Bulleen Lions Goalkeeper Gaby Garton stretches to save for Bulleen Lions. Photo: Passion Creation. Instagram @joatam One of the league’s best modern rivalries resumed in round seven. Elsewhere Boroondara-Carey Eagles showed that they can score goals without their star striker, and Sidney Allen scored a screamer. Calder United 4-2 HeidelbergContinue reading “Sidney scores a screamer & Bulleen start to build – NPLW Victoria Wrap Round 7”

Sydney FC are Champions after emphatic win over Western United

Sydney FC 4-0 Western United Report by Kieran Yap, EXCLUSIVE photography from Kris Goman at CommBank Stadium for Impetus. Above: Sydney FC lift the trophy after their Grand Final success today against Western United. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Madison Haley’s brace will get the headlines, Nat Tobin lifted the trophy, and Mackenzie Hawkesby wasContinue reading “Sydney FC are Champions after emphatic win over Western United”

Okino dominates and Iaria delights in NPLW Victoria Round Six

by Kieran Yap (26/4/23) Above: Bulleen Lions (white) and Bayside United contest possession during their round six encounter. Photo: Bulleen Lions. Three very different wonder goals and another Kurea Okino masterclass defined Round Six of Victoria’s NPLW. While Alamein got back to winning ways, Preston Lions faced their toughest test of the season so far.Continue reading “Okino dominates and Iaria delights in NPLW Victoria Round Six”

A-League Women Awards 2022/23

24/4/23 Graphics by: Ben Carey. Throughout the home and away season, Impetus‘ team of writers and photographers covering the A-League Women have been voting for their player and coach of the week. Now, just days before this year’s Grand Final, we have finished tallying up the votes and can announce our winners. Impetus A-League WomenContinue reading “A-League Women Awards 2022/23”

Late drama as Sydney FC defeat Melbourne Victory to seal Grand Final return

Sydney FC 1-0 Melbourne Victory By Kieran Yap (22/4/23) Above: Matchwinner Madison Hayley for Sydney FC. Photo: Liberty A-League. Sydney FC are through to a sixth straight A-League Women’s Grand Final after edging past a stubborn Melbourne Victory 1-0 at Allianz Stadium. The two sides entered this game under very different circumstances. Sydney FC wereContinue reading “Late drama as Sydney FC defeat Melbourne Victory to seal Grand Final return”

NTC’s young guns Emerge as potential stars: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Five

By Kieran Yap (14/4/23) Above: FV Emerging in possession at Box Hill United. Photo: Passion Creations. Round Five of Victoria’s NPLW saw FV Emerging record an impressive win, while two of the form sides this season clashed at Olympic Village. Preston Lions continued their strong start to the season, while Bayside United stumbled against SouthContinue reading “NTC’s young guns Emerge as potential stars: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Five”

The Impetus A-League Women’s finals preview: Week One

by Jonathan Tay and Kieran Yap (13/4/23) Above: Cortnee Vine (left) and Mackenzie Hawkesby (right) hold up the premiers plate for top-placed Sydney FC. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. The regular season is over, and the top four has been decided. Melbourne Victory will face off against Melbourne City on Saturday afternoon. The winner willContinue reading “The Impetus A-League Women’s finals preview: Week One”

Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains

By Kieran Yap (12/4/23) Above: Charli Grant celebrates her goal for Australia against England. Photo: Football Australia Australia had mixed results over the two games in this international window, but fairly consistent performances. Overall, the international window should be seen as a successful one, despite some lingering concerns. Although a 1-0 loss to Scotland frustratedContinue reading “Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains”

Bulleen off the mark and Okino’s clinic: NPLW Victoria Round Four

by Kieran Yap (10/4/23) Bulleen Lions recorded their first win of the season, Heidelberg United defeated a dangerous Box Hill United and the NPLW Victoria might have a new star striker as Round Four once again delivered some incredible games. Above: Heidelberg United (yellow) and South Melbourne face off. Photo: Jack Dilks. FV Emerging 4-4Continue reading “Bulleen off the mark and Okino’s clinic: NPLW Victoria Round Four”

The Boroondara Eagles take flight: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Three

By Kieran Yap (5/4/23) Above: Emily Sutcliffe launches into the air after scoring for the Boroondara-Carey Eagles. Image supplied with permission by: Passion Creations. (https://m.facebook.com/passioncreations) Alamein 5-1 Southern United The Victorian NPLW ladder is still taking shape, but after three rounds Alamein sit on top of the table. Following an impressive and somewhat surprising 4-2Continue reading “The Boroondara Eagles take flight: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Three”