Netball remains absent from the Olympic Games, a situation that continues to frustrate players, coaches, and fans alike. Despite being recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) since 1995, after two decades of lobbying, netball has yet to make its debut at the Summer Olympics. This omission is seen by many in the netball community as a barrier to the sport’s global growth, depriving it of the media attention and funding that Olympic inclusion could provide. Netball coach Freya Spring from Wollongong agrees the sport should be included in the Olympics. “Whilst I understand that netball is primarily a female-oriented…
Author: Charlotte Simpson
The University of Wollongong’s (UOW) netball team is set to compete in Canberra for the highly anticipated UniSport Nationals from 9 September. This competition will see top university teams from across Australia play in both women’s and mixed competitions at the ACT Netball Centre in Lyneham. Teams will compete in four 12-minute quarters, with semifinals and medal matches extending to four 15-minute quarters. Goal Defence player, Alice Coleman, said the UOW team has been preparing since mid-May. “The squad has been training once a week, with sessions focusing on fitness, netball drills, and game play. We started preparing pretty much…
“The Every Woman”, a unique dance performance choreographed by Mara Elisabeth Glass debuted on August 2 at the Phoenix Theatre in Coniston. The performance captivated audiences with its exploration of the lives of four Illawarra women. The show drew praise not only for its technical brilliance but also its emotional depth and community engagement. The performance delved into themes of childhood, marriage, divorce, family, and life-altering medical diagnoses, using authentic audio from interviews with the featured women. This innovative approach provided a raw and genuine portrayal of their experiences, connecting deeply with audiences. Ms Zoe Simpson, A lead dancer, said…