NS EXCLUSIVE: Laura Malcolm – where there’s a will.
Ariane Virgona chats to English midcourt star, Laura Malcolm, about her move to New Zealand, the Commonwealth Games, and her mindset in life.
NS EXCLUSIVE: Maisie Nankivell – the importance of being yourself
Ariane Virgona spoke to Maisie Nankivell, Adelaide Thunderbirds Vice-Captain about her leadership role at the Thunderbirds, and her journey of self-acceptance.
Kate Wright: Sweat the Wright Stuff
Ariane Virgona spoke with Kate Wright about the behind-the-scenes aspects of umpiring, her preparations for the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games, and the art of letting it go.
NS EXCLUSIVE: Leah Fogarty – VNL Performance Psychologist
NS EXCLUSIVE LEAH FOGARTY: VICTORIAN NETBALL LEAGUE PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGIST PART 2 This is part two of a two-part interview series that covers discussions with performance psychologists about peak performance and the impacts of Covid within Suncorp Super Netball and the Victorian Netball League. There is no doubt that the last two years have called on
NS EXCLUSIVE: Tony Glynn – Melbourne Vixens’ Performance Psychologist
PART 1 This is part one of a two-part interview series that covers discussions with performance psychologists about peak performance and the impacts of Covid within Suncorp Super Netball and the Victorian Netball League. The Melbourne Vixens, one of two Victorian SSN teams, found themselves at the bottom of the ladder in 2021, coming off
NS EXCLUSIVE: Rudi Ellis – From East to West
Ariane Virgona spent time getting to know West Coast Fever's newest recruit, Rudi Ellis.
NS EXCLUSIVE: Sophie Dwyer Steps Up
Sophie Dwyer spoke to Ariane Virgona, reflecting on the highlights of the season, creativity in her game and building confidence with GIANTS Netball, as she thrives off the unpredictability of 2021.
NS EXCLUSIVE: Mahalia Cassidy – Tough times never last
Mahalia Cassidy has battled through two knee reconstructions to reach her 50th national league game, a milestone she reached alongside teammate Cara Koenen in Round 10. She spoke to Ariane Virgona, reflecting on her move to the Sunshine Coast Lightning, that challenges of the 2021 season, and what drives her off and on court.
NS EXCLUSIVE: PURE AS AND AUTHENTIC – Maia Wilson leaves no stone unturned. Part 2
In part 2 of this two part series, Maia Wilson discusses her confronting obsession with body image issues and her 'self-diagnosed' eating disorder, the role of women and culture in sport, and the conversations Maia is having on cultural diversity. Please be aware that some of the content may be triggering.
NS EXCLUSIVE: PURE AS AND AUTHENTIC– Maia Wilson leaves no stone unturned. Part 1
In the first of this exceptional two part series, Maia Wilson discusses her early netball career, some of the challenges she's faced on and off court, selection decisions, and why she has a colour-coordinated planner in her bedroom.