August 09, 2022

Heartbreak Hill (Cap 108: Heather Garriock)

1 hour 8 minutes

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019).

History: Heather Garriock, Matildas Cap 108

Matildas Debut: 1999 (played for the national team until 2011)

Grassroots Club: Leppington Lions (Macarthur)

Appearances: 130 (20 goals)

Position: Midfielder

Olympic Games (2000, 2004)

FIFA Women's World Cup (2003, 2007, 2011)

2010-2011 W-League Goal of the Year Award

2002-2003 Julie Dolan Medalist

Inducted into Football Australia Hall of Fame earlier this year

Canberra United Coach

Football Australia Non Executive Director

CEO Australian Taekwondo

Listen in for the full interview with Heather.

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... plus listen in for QotW from Molly and Maj

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