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 in this week’s WA On Wednesday feature (27/4/22). Above: Tahlia D’Opera (3) celebrates withContinue reading “Tahlia D’Opera: Inspiring The Young And Aiming For Finals At Balcatta Etna”
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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 our WA On Wednesday series off, in the first of a two-part feature, Tahlia D’Opera, defender at Balcatta Etna speaks to Impetus’ Ben Gilby. Part One focusesContinue 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”
Historic NPL WA Women’s Night Series Final Ahead
Sunday is not just the A-League Women Grand Final. In Western Australia, the pre-season Night Series Cup Final takes place between the Northern Redbacks and Balcatta Etna and there will be two pieces of history made (25/3/22). Above: Balcatta Etna lift last year’s NPL WA Women’s Night Series Final after beating Murdoch University Melville. Photo:Continue reading “Historic NPL WA Women’s Night Series Final Ahead”
A-League Women Awards For 2021/22
This season, our writing team covering the competition – Ben Gilby, Kris Goman, and Kieran Yap have been voting for their Player and Coach of the Week from Round One onwards. With the regular campaign now over, it is time to tally up all the votes and reveal the inaugural Impetus A-League Women Player ofContinue reading “A-League Women Awards For 2021/22”
Pride For Glory Despite Missing Finals By Narrowest Margin
Wellington Phoenix 1-3 Perth Glory Above: Perth Glory’s New Zealand international Liz Anton (left) competes in the air. Photo: Perth Glory. By Ben Gilby (5/3/22) Perth Glory’s superb season ended with a mixture of disappointment and pride as they missed out on Finals football on just goal difference from Melbourne Victory. Virtually no one unconnectedContinue reading “Pride For Glory Despite Missing Finals By Narrowest Margin”
Friday A-League Women Preview
Tomorrow night sees three A-League Women matches as the season reaches its last regular round. Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard from four head coaches – Melbourne Victory’s Jeff Hopkins, Newcastle Jets’ Ash Wilson, Perth Glory’s Alex Epakis, and Wellington Phoenix’s Gemma Lewis. Additionally, there are the views of Perth captain Tash Rigby, Victory defender Brooke Hendrix,Continue reading “Friday A-League Women Preview”
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