Terrified for my fertility: Swim star’s period hell
For nearly 10 years, Madi Wilson did not get her period. Now hoping to have a family, she is horrified at her previous lack of knowledge around her menstrual cycle.
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What $500k taught Gardner about ego and emotion
Ash Gardner’s life-changing Women’s Premier League deal changed the parameters of how she is assessed. Now, the Aussie star says she’s cracked the code of overcoming the pressure.
Matildas star reveals anguish behind ‘taboo’ period conversation
Matildas star Mary Fowler said she often feared telling coaches about struggles with her menstrual cycle. She opens up about the still taboo subject in a new documentary series.
Concerns, investors, expansion: Inside the future of the WNBL
In his first interview since it was revealed clubs held concerns over the future of the WNBL, Chief executive Matt Scriven has answered all the tough questions on the future of the league.
Surgery or agony: Star’s period hell
Tyler Wright has lifted the lid on being bed ridden and forced into hospital as a result of her period as she breaks the taboo on menstruation in sport.
Footy or hoops? Gun Tiger’s pride in dual-sport Boom
At 23, Monique Conti’s already one of AFLW’s best ever. She’s a gun on the court, too, joining a new WNBL club amid an AFLW push that could leave her with a big dual-sport decision.
‘It’s not equality’: Surf club threatened as pay furore erupts
A Queensland surfing club is under fire for paying a women’s champion 30 per cent less than the men’s winner. But the club president says women are welcome to compete against men to earn more money.
Cultural overhaul on full display in Hockeyroos’ Indian torching
Despite a brutal government funding cut, the Hockeyroos are showing no signs of decline, with the inexperienced members of the squad stepping to the challenge in the lead up to Paris.
Revealed: Women in Sport Photo Action Awards finalists
The images that show the growth of women’s sport are on full display from the finalists of the 5th annual Women in Sport Photo Action Awards. Have your say on the best image here.
Gardner denounces Jan 26 Test on ‘day of mourning’
Ash Gardner spoke out earlier this year after Cricket Australia slated her sideside to play on January 26. Now she feels Scott Boland could be put in the same situation.
The anxiety-relieving pregnancy plan extending careers
It’s very expensive, but this insurance policy had helped ease the stress on netball star Geva Mentor. And she hopes more players follow her lead.
10 kids in a year: Opals star’s fostering journey
Abby Bishop says he wouldn’t change a thing about her incredible journey. And taking in her niece Zala has inspired her to continuing providing love to those in need.
Jobless and uncontracted: Poor maternity cover exposed
Netball Australia’s maternity was formerly heralded as the best in Australian sport. Now, it has dangerously fallen behind the other codes that attempt to keep their stars from leaving the sport.
Too risky: Why pregnant athletes must have more protection
When Romelda Aiken-George told the Firebirds she was pregnant she found herself dumped and without a contract. Now she wants her awful experience to act as a catalyst for change.
Anything’s possible: Stenson eyes Paris miracle after second baby
Jess Stenson might be expecting her second child in September but that doesn’t mean she is ruling out a push for the Paris Olympics.
Behind the internal battles of returning to footy as a mum
Renee Garing was determined from the get-go to return to football after her pregnancy. She opens up on the realities and the struggles she faced on and off the field.
Pittman: Past relationship didn’t survive devastating baby loss
Jana Pittman has experienced the sadness of miscarriage four times. And after one of her past relationships ended, she feared she wouldn’t ever find someone to have children with.
The reality of wanting to be a pro athlete and a mum
NSW and Jillaroos star Corban Baxter is allowing just four months between giving birth and playing professional contact sport – this is how she’s making the stunning transition a reality.
Smart, inventive! Type of players targeted for U19 women’s State of Origin
State of Origin coach Kate Mullaly has a list of attributes she wants from players up for U19 women’s State of Origin selection – and it’s not just about their skills on the field.
WNBL players caught in crossfire as BA, owners go to war
In what looms as a flashpoint in the WNBL’s 43-year history, bleeding club owners have united to fight Basketball Australia over the league’s future. And it’s getting messy.
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