The ‘glimmer of hope’ in Kerr’s fading Olympic dream
Sam Kerr can’t defy scientific history to regain full fitness in time for the Paris Olympics, but there is a very specific role that could keep her chances of appearing alive.
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Brutal Zoom shutdown triggered netball pay war’s lowest point
Australia’s stars hit rock bottom as their pay war with Netball Australia turned ugly. But it was all for a higher purpose, current star Maddy Turner explains in her exclusive column for Insight.
Paparazzi, big-money deals: How World Cup changed Matilda’s life
When Mackenzie Arnold started her career she was making $1000 a season. Now she can’t go out with her parents without being stopped for photos. But, she says, it’s a small price to pay.
‘I had to be all-in for this’: Aussie Olympian’s huge risk to chase gold
Tanielle Crase is a three-time national heptathlon champion, but the financial strains of chasing her Olympic dream forced the Paris hopeful out of the country and to take massive risks in the pursuit of glory on the world stage.
Tennis star’s epic gamble turned her last $1000 into $1.6m
Five years ago, Storm Hunter was so broke she had no idea if she could get back on the professional tennis circuit. She opens up on the financial struggles and sacrifices that have taken her to No.1.
Why broken jaw couldn’t stop Australia’s toughest cricketer
She’s widely recognised as the No.1 batter in women’s cricket, but few realised just how tough Beth Mooney was – until she padded up a week after X-rays revealed a sickening injury.
Lauren Jackson opens up on her greatest regret
Having soared to the very top of her sport while still playing professionally at age 42, Australian basketball royalty Lauren Jackson has very few regrets in life – but one sticks out.
Hockey star opens up on ‘post-Olympic Games problem’
With a jam-packed sports schedule, rising Hockeyroos star Amy Lawton has had to hit the pause button on setting up her future in a unique field.
Cheated death: Miracle star’s incredible 731-day comeback
Twice told she should’ve died from a horrific car crash that left her with a broken neck and a brain injury, Rylee Foster’s journey back to professional sport is as remarkable as they come.
Love and loss fuels Paralympic trailblazer’s fire
At 37 the training sessions are getting a little bit harder but para-canoe racer Susan Seipel has no plans on stopping until she ticks one final box at the Olympics.
Why Sally was fine in front of 100,000 fans – but hated Coles
Sally Pearson the hurdler found comfort racing in front of screaming strangers. For Sally Pearson the person, fans at the local supermarket induced extreme anxiety.
‘It’s our duty’: The bond between stars amid drug fight
As Peter Bol proclaimed his innocence after being provisionally suspended following a failed drug test, Shayna Jack wasted no time reaching out. She knew what he was going through.
Male athletes are dying from CTE – we must act now to save women
Evidence of CTE in deceased male athletes has caused a major rethink in male sport. An Insight investigation has found a record number of women have now pledged to donate their brains too.
‘I would go for a 15-minute walk … and I felt drunk’
Winter Olympian Jackie Narracott would walk the streets feeling like she was in a drunken haze, but in reality, she hadn’t touched a drop of alcohol. She opens up on her concussion fight.
The awkward chat women’s sport must have on concussion
Men’s sport is making great progress in taking concussion seriously. Why is female sport lagging behind? Read Diamonds star Maddy Proud’s exclusive column.
Sutherland graduates from life on the selection edge
Annabel Sutherland has narrowly missed selection in three World Cup finals. She speaks about the frustration and education on the fringe, with a permanent Australian spot now within her grasp.
How a social media post triggered a female rugby revolution
Australia’s female rugby team the Wallaroos have breached their contracts to expose Rugby Australia’s funding inequality.
Sexist crap: Sad reality of life after Serena
Rennae Stubbs says Australia is too sexist of a nation to be ready for a club in one of its major codes to be coached by a woman and opens up on life after coaching Serena Williams.
Why Jack must ‘keep secrets’ from teammates for Olympics debut
As Shayna Jack continues here incredible comeback in the lead up to the Paris Olympics, the Aussie star admits she is facing some serious competiton every day at training.
AFL blokey culture exposed: Abuse I copped for North job
Lisa Alexander is one of the most accomplished coaches in Australia yet she was subjected to horrific abuse for wanting to coach AFL. She takes us inside the North Melbourne application.
NRL sexism: Double standards of league coaching
NRL players walk into jobs when they retire but it’s totally different for women. Queensland coach Tahnee Norris lifts the lid on the hypocritical treatment female coaches get.
Why Brazill wants to be one of the last cross-code stars
Ash Brazill will focus on her footy career after retiring as a world champion netballer. And while she feels bad saying it, she hopes other women don’t follow her dual-code example.
How a snake almost ruined Aussie’s Olympics plans
Aussie pole voler Nina Kennedy was told to stay still for a month to allow her back to heal. Then something made her forget everything and run for her life.
Methodical mind: How Marinkovic transformed the Diamonds
Netball is a cut-throat sport to be a part of, so what drives Stacey Marinkovich to want to lead the Diamonds? She opens up on how she handles the critics and the pressure.
Titmus the stalker free from burden of expectation
Ariarne Titmus became the hunted after she shattered American superstar Katie Ledecky’s record. Now she’s resuming her role as the stalker as the world prepares for the race of the century.
Mental health woes won’t destroy another Olympic dream
Shortly after the Gold Coast Games, mental health concerns and burnout forced Georgia Sheehan to take a break. While it ended her tokyo dream she says she’d be no chance for Paris without it.
Is Sam Kerr our greatest athlete since Cathy Freeman?
Twenty-three years ago, Sam Kerr watched Cathy Freeman deliver a history-making moment at the Sydney Olympics. Now the Matildas superstar is chasing her own piece of history.
Risk factor: Have Diamonds left World Cup prep too late?
The Diamonds head into camp only 18 days before the opening centre pass of the World Cup. To some, it’s a riskily short preparation. So will they be ready?
Sexism in sport is exhausting and it’s time for change
For every piece of progress, our top female athletes are still dealing with widespread inequality. Rachael Haynes opens up on the exhausting and frustrating process of constantly pushing for change.
Fresh twist in star’s World Cup drug test saga
Rachael Haynes says she will never live it down. One of the most iconic moments in women’s sporting history and she was giving a urine sample. But there’s a new twist to the tale.
‘Structural imbalance’ plagues women’s sport in Australia
2023 was a banner year for women’s sport in Australia, with the rise of the Matildas and the domination of our swimmers. But to those behind the scenes, there’s still plenty more to do.
Watch replay: Lane steps up to drive Women in Sport agenda
AFLW legend Daisy Pearce has seen plenty of change for women in sport in her lifetime, but she believes there is a long way to go. Watch the sporting icon lead a discussion with sports greatest minds on Friday.
Busting the biggest myth about women’s sport
Last year’s Women’s World Cup didn’t just break records – it tore down several tropes associated with women’s sport. But the biggest myth that needs busting remains.
‘I want that’: How Matildas have emboldened other Aussies
Ahead of a historic world title shot on home soil, Olympian Skye Nicolson has revealed how she was inspired by the Matildas despite being on the other side of the globe.
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