In this week’s WA On Wednesday, Perth SC head coach Pete Rakic speaks to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about developing his squad, the season-long battle with Perth RedStar, and how the game needs to develop in WA with the players at the forefront of thinking (21/9/22). Above: Perth SC head coach Pete Rakic shares tactical adviceContinue reading “Pete Rakic: Building On Foundations To Move Perth SC Forward”
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Campbell Ballantyne: Making Plans To Take Curtin Forward
For this week’s WA On Wednesday feature, Impetus’ Ben Gilby spoke to Campbell Ballantyne, president of Curtin University. The club’s senior NPLW WA and U21 sides had exceptionally tough seasons which both ended winless. Campbell reflects on the campaign and outlines how the club are looking to become a more competitive outfit for 2023. Above:Continue reading “Campbell Ballantyne: Making Plans To Take Curtin Forward”
Mia Yeo: One Of WA’s Next Generation With The World At Her Feet
For this week’s WA On Wednesday interview, Balcatta Etna‘s Mia Yeo speaks to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about representing Western Australia overseas, the benefits of playing for the NTC, and her first season at Balcatta Etna (24/8/22). Above: Mia Yeo breaks forward for Balcatta Etna this season. Photo: JASP Photography. Mia Yeo is one of severalContinue reading “Mia Yeo: One Of WA’s Next Generation With The World At Her Feet”
Jay Coleman: A Key Component of Red Hot RedStar
In the latest of our WA On Wednesday series of interviews with NPL WA Women players, Perth RedStar‘s Jay Coleman spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about her footballing journey and her club’s incredible season (17/8/22). Above: Jay Coleman (left) putting in a challenge for Perth RedStar against Hyundai NTC earlier this season. Photo supplied by:Continue reading “Jay Coleman: A Key Component of Red Hot RedStar”
Gabby Dal Busco On Playing Alongside Some of The W-League’s Greatest
In the latest in our WA On Wednesday series of interviews, Balcatta Etna goalkeeper Gabby Dal Busco spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby. In this first part of a two-part interview about her hugely successful playing career which saw her represent her country, WA, as well as Perth Glory at W-League level, Gabby also gives anContinue reading “Gabby Dal Busco On Playing Alongside Some of The W-League’s Greatest”
Lizzie Wallwork: Loving The Togetherness And Unity At Subiaco
In the latest of our WA on Wednesday series featuring players from the NPL WA Women competition, Subiaco‘s Lizzie Wallwork spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about the constant growth and development at the club which has recently led to the likes of Lisa De Vanna, Ella Mastrantonio and Marianna Tabain joining. (27/7/22). Above: Lizzie WallworkContinue reading “Lizzie Wallwork: Loving The Togetherness And Unity At Subiaco”
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”
Five Minutes With Poppie Hooks
In the latest of our WA on Wednesday series of interviews with players from the NPL WA Women competition, Murdoch University Melville‘s Poppie Hooks (PH) spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby (BG) about last season’s huge success in the competition and playing A-League Women football at the age of 16 (6/7/22). Above: Poppie Hooks (on ground)Continue reading “Five Minutes With Poppie Hooks”
Olivia Wood: Loving Life With Red Hot RedStar
Olivia Wood is having an impressive campaign with Perth RedStar. The youngster spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about her footballing journey and life at the unbeaten NPL WA club who are in outstanding form (29/6/22). Above: Olivia Wood in action against Hyundai NTC this season. Photo supplied by: Perth RedStar. Olivia Wood experienced some ofContinue reading “Olivia Wood: Loving Life With Red Hot RedStar”
Monique Prinsloo: One Of WA’s Bright New Generation
In the latest of our WA on Wednesday series featuring NPL WA Women’s players, Balcatta Etna’s Monique Prinsloo speaks to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about representing Western Australia in athletics and football, plus life at Balcatta and in the NPL WA (22/6/22). Above: Monique Prinsloo in action for Balcatta Etna this season. Photo: JASP Photography viaContinue reading “Monique Prinsloo: One Of WA’s Bright New Generation”
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