National Soccer League

Respecting A Nation’s Anthem

Ask any athlete who has represented their nation at the highest level and they will tell you that one of the most special moments is standing hearing your national anthem played. I have been fortunate to work with, and stand

Quitting While Ahead?

They say that timing in sport is everything. This could also be true of sports administration. Last week former CEO of Australian Rugby and Football John O’Neill was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame. Sport Australia Hall of

Is Membership the Key Issue?

There is no doubt Perth Glory needed Peter Filopoulos, even if they did not want him. The Club desperately needed a CEO who came from outside of the owner’s close circle of business acquaintances. After the debacle of last season,

Are The State Bodies Representing Everyone’s Best Interests?

The Board elections for the Football Federation of Australia next month have probably seen the most interest from the football community in the 11 years that the FFA have been in existence. Yet once again a lack of unity within

The Upping of Ante

It was sad to hear yesterday that Perth Glory are to lose another of their back room staff, with Ante Kovacevic resigning his position as Manager Football Operations after being head hunted to take up a similar role at Adelaide