Taylah Davies 3/17/21 Taylah Davies 3/17/21

The Opportunist

As I walked towards it, I realised my name had been removed and all past players had their initials at the bottom of the locker. My name had been moved from the middle, in big letters, down to the bottom, just my initials in small writing with all the other past players.

Georgia Gee 3/10/21 Georgia Gee 3/10/21

Double Standards

The double standards in regard to build and weight have become evident to me throughout my years of playing football. Imagine the controversies if a commentator were to mention a player being overweight – it would be headline news.

Nic Stevens 1/27/21 Nic Stevens 1/27/21

Dear Mum

I wish I had the time to go back and ask you more about it. You worked so incredibly hard, for your children and for yourself. Without realising you showed me what you can achieve with determination, resilience and confidence.

Iilish Ross 1/13/21 Iilish Ross 1/13/21

Average at both or excel at one?

It is sobering to realise that as a young female in 2021, playing at the most elite level of women’s sport, I am faced with the decision to either prioritise my professional career or my career as an elite athlete.

Chantella Perera 12/22/20 Chantella Perera 12/22/20

Pick 101 to the West Coast Eagles

I’ve been fortunate to have been a part of so many different teams, clubs and workplaces throughout my journey and at the tail end of my sporting career I now realise that what I chased and craved wasn’t success on the court or field, it was simply being part of these wonderful groups of people.

Sally Riley 12/16/20 Sally Riley 12/16/20

One more year, then I’ll be home Mum

I may not have a second premiership medallion to my name but if I am honest, the 2019 Grand Final is more special to me.

Izzy Huntington 12/9/20 Izzy Huntington 12/9/20

Win the morning, win the day

I’m learning that courage doesn’t involve putting on a brave face and pretending everything is fine, only to have an emotional breakdown as soon as I get off the track.