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Millie Turner: Making her appearance for England after a life-threatening health scare
Millie Turner is an English footballer who plays for Women’s Super League club, Manchester United, as a defender. As an 80th minute substitute, Turner appeared on the 27th February 2024,…
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Diversity in sport: How to overcome the pressures of conforming to the typical image of an athlete
Regarding the topic of diversity in sports, it is important that there is a platform for women to showcase the positive aspects of an accepting and welcoming diverse community and…
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Hayley Raso: From Career-Threatening Injury to the Olympics
“Today most people know that I broke my back, and then I went through this recovery, and then I came back. As if that’s all there was to it. But…
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Lydia Williams: A Legacy of Resilience, Representation, and Redefinition
As the curtain closed on the 2024 Olympics, Lydia Williams officially retired from international football, marking the end of a storied career that spanned almost two decades. Williams’ journey from…
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Breaking the Mold: Female-specific Football Boots in a Man’s World
Imagine, a young girl, passionate about football, or an older woman, wanting to get into the game, walking into a sports shop, to purchase a pair of football boots. Depending…
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Physical Disadvantages in Women’s Football: Reduced Strength, Increased Injury Risk and Lower Overall Performance
A look into the reality of the physical struggles female footballers face: it’s not just a walk in the park. Heading beyond the surface levels, the likelihood is you’ll know…
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The Price of Women’s Football for the fans
In 2024, the cost of living crisis is more relevant than ever. When it comes to football, we often see it used as an escape from people’s daily lives. Football,…
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The unsustainable nature of Olympic scheduling and its impact upon player welfare
The Olympics is often viewed as the pinnacle of any athlete’s career as the opportunity to represent their country in such a prestigious event is an immense honour. The Olympic…
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Trailblazing Women: The Inspiring Figures Behind the Legacy of the United States National Women’s Soccer Team
The United States National Women’s Soccer Team has proven to be a dominant force throughout the Olympic Games, displaying unwavering determination and embodying a never-give-up attitude. In a thrilling semi-final…
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The Importance of South Asian Heritage Month
South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM) was first launched in July 2019 at the UK House of Commons. The inaugural SAHM took place in 2020. The purpose of the month is…