By Jenny Sinclair
Liz Watson has learned some of her most valuable lessons at family gatherings. The importance of communication and strong relationships over lasagne at her Nonna’s table, building physical and mental toughness during backyard footy games, and a bird’s eye view of the competitive edge gained through sweaty pre-season trainings with her brother.
Combining that knowledge with 15 years worth of training and competition, has seen Watson develop into one of the most highly skilled athletes in the netball world, one who is rarely beaten and never stopped. An elite centre in her earlier years, Watson has more recently honed her craft at wing attack, proving to be a formidable weapon. A career Vixens player, she’s also represented Australia 48 times – three of them as captain – although recovery from surgery is keeping her off court for now.
