September 16, 2025

The Pursuit Of Solid Ankle with Gabby Marshall | DIVE Ep.6

57 minutes

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In this episode of Dive Beyond Sport, hosts Yona Knight-Wisdom and Freddie Woodward welcome Gabby Marshall, a former England netball player and current athlete mentor. Gabby shares her journey from being a high-performing athlete starting at a young age to transitioning into mentoring and athlete well-being. She discusses the challenges of defining her identity beyond sport, dealing with career-altering injuries, and making tough decisions like choosing to finish her degree over taking an early England contract. Gabby also touches on the importance of communication, patience, and pushing oneself out of comfort zones. The episode delves into her work with the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust, the evolving landscape of netball professionalization, and the significance of raising concussion awareness. Despite her forced retirement due to concussions, Gabby sees value in her experiences and is focused on making impactful changes within the sport.

Show Notes

How Gabby Marshall discovered her passion for netball is through persistence and dedication

Why resilience defines her journey is shown in overcoming injuries and setbacks

How leadership on and off the court shaped her career is through accountability and teamwork

Why balancing elite sport with life beyond netball is vital for long-term growth

How setbacks fueled her determination is by teaching patience and mental toughness

What teamwork means to her is building trust, culture, and shared responsibility

How she prepares mentally for high-pressure matches is through focus and composure

Why athlete identity beyond sport matters is seen in her pursuit of personal development

How role models and mentors influenced her journey is by guiding her mindset and resilience

Why inspiring the next generation drives her is to create impact beyond the court

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By Yona Knight Wisdom & Freddie Woodward