From college athlete to professional player: Hilary's remarkable transformation.

Why did I start this Podcast?

The idea behind the Podcast is to provide a behind-the-scenes type conversation on how players, coaches, agents, etc. became Overseas Athletes.

I'll speak to them about how the process started, what and who was involved, the details behind how they moved overseas and the lessons they’ve learned.

Over time I want it to be an educational resource for current and future young athletes who want to chase their dreams on a global stage 🌎️

I'm hoping that these interviews will help them along the way. It will also help guide them around important topics such as; agents, visas, contracts, currency management, banking & finance, nutrition, fitness, recovery, overall health, culture, language barriers and sponsorship, along with many other subjects.

⚽️ 🌏️ Episode 9 - Hillary Beall

Hello there,

I'm thrilled to share with you the latest episode of our podcast, where we had the pleasure of hosting Hilary, the first female and international player to grace our show. Her journey from the United States to Australia is nothing short of inspiring, and I'm sure you'll find her story as captivating as I did.

👀 A sneak peek into this week’s episode

The Transition from College to Pro: Hilary shared her unique experience transitioning from college soccer to professional racing. She emphasised the importance of managing her body, adjusting to intense training, and maintaining a level head throughout the highs and lows of a professional career.

The Australian Adventure: Hilary's move to Australia was a significant step in her career. She discussed the process, the paperwork, and how she adjusted to the new environment. Despite the challenges, she found the experience rewarding and beneficial for her career.

Life Down Under: Living in Australia offered Hilary a chance to fully focus on her football career. She appreciated the balance between work and life, the emphasis on environmental care, and the support provided by her club.

Success on the Pitch: Hilary had a successful season in Australia, finishing second and winning the Goalkeeper of the Year award. She credits her team and the belief they had in her for her achievements.

The Long-Term Goal: Hilary emphasised the importance of having a long-term goal and understanding that success takes time. She believes in the power of small improvements every day and the need for patience and perseverance.

Fan Attendance in Women's Sports: We discussed the importance of fan attendance in supporting teams and clubs. Hilary shared her experience with fan attendance at her Racing events and the growth she's seen in this area.

I hope these insights spark your curiosity and entice you to listen to the full episode. Hilary's journey is a testament to the power of determination, resilience, and a love for the game.

Full episode:

🎙️ New Episodes are released each Monday, with a couple of upcoming episodes at the bottom ⬇️ 

In case you missed the first few episodes, you can find them below:

💱 Currency Update from SportsFX

🇦🇺 The Australian Dollar seemed to gain some support this week with a bullish statement from the RBA governor and the minutes from the latest RBA meeting showing that they are again willing to raise interest rates should it be necessary.

This gave the AUD a bit of a shot in the arm, as it had again dropped and tested the lows of recent weeks, down near the 0.6300 mark against the US Dollar.

This was then undone with lower-than-expected employment figures which has again kept pressure on the Australian Dollar leading into Friday.

Overall a fairly flat week for the AUD, with only a slight change from last Friday, although we have seen some larger swings in there.

🇺🇸 📈 Up 0.5% for the week against the USD, sitting at 0.6326 on Friday morning.

🇬🇧 📈 Up 0.5% for the week against the GBP, sitting at 0.5210 on Friday morning.

🇪🇺 📊 Even for the week against the EUR, 0.5978 on Friday morning.

🇳🇿 📈  Up 1.58% for the week against the NZD, 1.0829 on Friday morning.

If you have money overseas and are looking to move it back to Australia, or you want to send money overseas from Australia, reach out to speak about your Currency Options below, what can SportsFX help with?

1. Bank Beating Exchange Rates 💱 

2. International Multi-Currency Accounts 🏦 

3. Personalised Advice 🤝 

4. Risk Management 📊 

Upcoming Episodes

🆕 📅 October 23rd - Episode 010 - Mathew Stubbs - Matt's Journey to Dominating the World Long Drive Tour 🏌️ 

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