In the May edition of the Perth Azzurri Podcast, we are incredibly proud to bring you a very special episode centered around family, resilience, and the true strength of the WA football community.

I sit down with former Azzurri player Matt Danskin. Matt shares the heartbreaking reality of his son Jack's diagnosis with Batten's disease, an ultra-rare and life-limiting form of childhood dementia. With the required enzyme reduction therapy costing an astronomical $11,450 every 22 days , the local football family is rallying behind the Danskins this Sunday at Dorrien Gardens for 'Jack's Game'.

To help preview the massive Legends match taking place on the day, iconic local coaches Graham Normanton and Taki Nicolaidis join me in the studio. We share some brilliant laughs about managing big personalities, debate the current fitness levels of returning 2008-era players like Dino Djulbic and Todd Howarth, and hear why Normo is officially putting a $500 wager on the line.

Key Topics

Matt Danskin's Football Journey: Matt chats about signing with Azzurri back in 2005, and the dog-eat-dog reality of moving to Germany at 17 years old to play for Werder Bremen.

The Fight Against Batten's Disease: Matt opens up about Jack's diagnosis with childhood dementia. We discuss the importance of community support and the financial reality of funding life-extending medication that costs over $11,000 every 22 days.

Everything You Need to Know About Jack's Game: All the logistical details for this Sunday's family fundraiser at Dorrien Gardens, featuring the Legends soccer game, bouncy castles, a live auction, and a massive raffle.

Legends Banter with Taki & Normo: Graham Normanton and Taki Nicolaidis drop by to preview the Legends clash. Expect plenty of laughs as we remember Andreas Oliveira's flat-out refusal to do sprints, and hear Normo throw down a $500 wager if his team gets beaten.

Weekend Fixtures: I wrap up the weekend action, with the senior men heading to Percy Doyle Reserve to face Sorrento , and the senior women making the cold trip down to Albany for the NPL WA regional round against the Football West Academy.

Keywords

Perth Azzurri, Jack Danskin, Batten's Disease, Childhood Dementia, Graham Normanton, Taki Nicolaidis, NPL WA, Dorrien Gardens, WA Football Community, Werder Bremen.

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Welcome to the April edition of the Perth Azzurri podcast! This week, host Blayne Treadgold sits down with Ken Anthony and Salih Öztas to shine a light on the club's groundbreaking blind football and futsal program. Entering its fifth year, this initiative is completely changing the game in WA.

Ken reveals how he re-engineered his 30 years of coaching experience to guide visually impaired athletes using touch, sound, and the analog clock system. Salih, the team's star striker, shares what it felt like to beat the Perth Glory 5-3, his ambitions to represent the national squad at the 2032 Brisbane Paralympics, and his excitement for his beloved Inter Milan coming to Perth.

Plus, get all the details for the upcoming Blind Futsal season launch at Dorrien Gardens and a preview of this weekend's massive NPL clashes against Balcatta and Olympic Kingsway! 

Key Topics:

The Blind Futsal Program: Celebrating the fifth year of the initiative with Coach and Coordinator Ken Anthony.

Coaching by Sound and Touch: How Ken adapted his methods, using the analog clock system and physical guidance for B1 and B2 athletes.

Beating the Glory: Salih Öztas details the team's incredible 5-3 victory over the Perth Glory and an undefeated four-year streak against the Australian National Walking Team.

Paralympic Dreams: Salih’s ultimate goal of making the national squad for the 2032 Brisbane Paralympics.

Inter Milan in Perth: Salih shares his excitement as a massive Inter fan ahead of their WA tour and hopes to toss the coin at the match.

Get Involved: Details on the major season launch on Sunday the 19th at Dorrien Gardens, plus how to join the Sunday training sessions.

Weekend Fixtures: The Azzurri Girls take on arch-rivals Balcatta under the Friday night lights, while the Men face Olympic Kingsway on Saturday.

Keywords

Perth Azzurri, Blind Football WA, Blind Futsal, Ken Anthony, Salih Öztas, NPL WA, Dorrien Gardens, 2032 Paralympics, Perth Soccer Club, Football West.

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We are back for 2026! In the season premiere of the Perth Azzurri Podcast, host Blayne Treadgold sits down with Club President Jason Marocchi to discuss what feels like a genuine rebirth for the club.

From the return of the iconic Azzurri name on the sky-blue shirts to the massive multi-million dollar facility upgrades at Forest Park, Jason breaks down the off-field wins and the on-field expectations for our Men's, Women's, and Junior squads. We also talk about bringing the noise back to the terraces and why "Grinta" (the Italian grind) is the ultimate core value of this football club.

Then, we wind back the clock exactly ten years. Former club captain Jordan De Leo joins the show ahead of the massive 2016 Championship Reunion. Jordan shares the inside story of that unforgettable, underdog squad that claimed the League and Top 4 Cup double. We talk about overcoming a mid-season coaching change, the frantic final-day trophy dash up the freeway, and why the boys are swapping 3 AM finishes at the Paramount for a civilised round of golf these days.

Key Topics:

• The Azzurri Rebirth: Jason Marocchi on the return of the Azzurri badge, booming corporate support, and what Friday nights at the club will look like alongside the Italian Club.

• Facility Upgrades: The latest on the $1.5M Forest Park upgrades, Beatty Park change rooms, and Birdwood Square lighting.

• On the Pitch: The Men's squad hunting for three points after a tough loss to Olympic Kingsway, the Women's side looking to go back-to-back, and the Juniors heading off to Italy and Dubai.

• Bringing the Noise: Why the club wants the passionate, working-class support back on the sidelines, and big plans for the upcoming Ferrari Cup Day against Balcatta.

• The 2016 Reunion: Jordan De Leo takes us inside the dressing room of the 2016 double-winning side.

• Underdog Mentality: How a young squad of local juniors (mixed with a veteran spine of Clark Keltie, Francis Soale, and Gustavo Catarcione) defied the odds after Gareth Naven departed for Melbourne Victory.

• Where Are They Now?: Catching up on the 2016 legends ahead of their Friday night reunion at the club.

Keywords: Perth Azzurri, NPL WA, Jason Marocchi, Jordan De Leo, WA Football, Football West, Forest Park redevelopment, 2016 NPL Champions, Perth Soccer, Local Sports WA.

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On our season finale of the Perth SC Podcast for 2025 we catch up with the architect of our first ever 1st Division Women's Title, Tom Glavovic. Tom speaks candidly about the drive to win, the dynamics within the side and his own career as a player, referee and now a NPLWA title winning coach!

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NPLWA League Champions! On this episode we celebrate the a first NPLWA Women's League title heading to Dorrien Gardens and reflect a stunning season for the Azzurri Girls with football writer Ben Gilby.

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On this episode of the Perth SC Podcast we catch up with Zayd Farah to chat about the big win over Armadale and the quest to finish another tough season on a high for our NPL Men. Also, Defender Matilda Boehm chats about the NPLW title race as the Azzurri Girls get set for another Redstar challenge. 

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A bit of a different sounding episode this week as we bring you a recent conversation with former Perth SC keeper, Jackson Lee. Now battling for the number 1 shirt at Rhode Island FC, Jackson reflects fondly on his junior days back in Perth, the decision for going down the US college route and his ambitions to once again represent the Socceroos.

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A week of ups and downs for our senior sides! We catch up with NPLW Player of the match, Ruby Marshall, after a superb performance against Murdoch Uni Melville. Also Jackson Morgan chats about the disappointment for our NPLM side at the weekend and how the boys will look to finish the season on a high!

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We're on the downhill run to the season's end and the football is heating up after two massive away wins for our senior men and women. We chat all about it with NPLM Abdul Osman and catch up with Grace Warburton and Jana Garcia after a big win for our Women's U/21's!

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Another big episode as we catch up with Club President Jason Marocchi to chat about the 2025 season thus far, the off-field developments and some key information on where the future lies for the Perth Soccer Club. A huge episode for all WA football fans!

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