Western Australia

NPL WA Women’s Wrap Round Seven

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 (16/5/22). Above: Balcatta Etna goalkeeper Gabby Dal Busco punches clear under heavy pressure against Perth RedStar on Sunday. Photo: JASP Photography. MAINContinue reading “NPL WA Women’s Wrap Round Seven”

NPL WA Women’s Round Six 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 (9/5/22). Above: Perth SC’s Jaime Duncanson shows her delight at scoring against Subiaco on Sunday. Photo: Rob Lizzi. MAIN REPORTContinue reading “NPL WA Women’s Round Six Wrap”

Busselton City: A Proud History And Building For A Big Future

As an extension of Impetus’ coverage of the Western Australian women’s football scene, Sharon Cowley from WA’s South-West Soccer Association Premier League club Busselton City spoke to Ben Gilby (4/5/22). Above: Busselton City FC. Photo: Sharon Cowley. Busselton City, located in the South-West of the state are celebrating their centenary this year. Whilst their women’sContinue reading “Busselton City: A Proud History And Building For A Big Future”

Tahlia D’Opera: Inspiring The Young And Aiming For Finals At Balcatta Etna

In the concluding second part of her chat with Impetus’ Ben Gilby, Balcatta Etna defender Tahlia D’Opera outlines why the Western Australian NPL club is so special to her, discusses coaching the next generation, and outlines her aims for this season. Above: Tahlia D’Opera (3) celebrates with her team-mates after winning the 2021 NPL WAContinue reading “Tahlia D’Opera: Inspiring The Young And Aiming For Finals At Balcatta Etna”

NPL WA Women Round Four 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 (25/4/22). Above: Abbey Meakins, who had another impressive game for Perth SC, in action against Fremantle CityContinue reading “NPL WA Women Round Four Wrap”

Tahlia D’Opera: Balcatta Etna Through And Through

To enhance our coverage of the NPL WA Women’s competition this season, Impetus will be publishing regular interviews with players and coaches from across the league. To kick things off, in the first of a two-part feature, Tahlia D’Opera, defender at Balcatta Etna speaks to Impetus’ Ben Gilby. Part One focuses on the close linksContinue reading “Tahlia D’Opera: Balcatta Etna Through And Through”

NPL WA Women Round Three 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 (18/4/22). Above: An aerial challenge at Dorrien Gardens where Perth SC (blue) hosted Curtin University. Photo: RobContinue reading “NPL WA Women Round Three Wrap”

Perth Glory: Riding The Storm And Thriving

Impetus’ Ben Gilby has followed Perth Glory’s women’s team since they were formed in 2008 and now covers the team throughout the A-League Women season. He reflects on one of the toughest seasons in the club’s history and reveals the inside story of how the team overcame the challenges to experience one of the greatestContinue reading “Perth Glory: Riding The Storm And Thriving”

Glorious End To Redbacks’ History

Balcatta Etna 2-4 Northern Redbacks By Ben Gilby (28/3/22) Above: Northern Redbacks celebrate with the NPL WA Women’s Night Series Cup after coming from 2-0 down after 14 minutes to defeat Balcatta Etna. Photo: Fotoenzo. In their final game as a standalone club, Northern Redbacks came from 2-0 down to holders Balcatta Etna to winContinue reading “Glorious End To Redbacks’ History”