Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈
@battledinosaur.bsky.social
Australian women’s soccer writer ✍️
trying not to swear on The Far Post Podcast 🎙️
Impact Manager @womenonside.bsky.social ⚽️
trying not to swear on The Far Post Podcast 🎙️
Impact Manager @womenonside.bsky.social ⚽️
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here’s the written version of tonight’s 7:30 Report about The Flying Bats and LGBTQIA+ inclusion in sport 🏳️⚧️
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
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a new #ALeagueWomen report released today has some shocking stats, including that over half the league experienced sport-related psychological distress in the 2024-25 season. the PFA is urgently requesting change as the league slips further behind.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
A-League Women reaches ‘tipping point’ as scathing report highlights stagnation
With the World Cup halo truly faded, the domestic league is now the ‘least preferred’ competition for Australian players, according to a new report
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:47 PM
a new #ALeagueWomen report released today has some shocking stats, including that over half the league experienced sport-related psychological distress in the 2024-25 season. the PFA is urgently requesting change as the league slips further behind.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
a new #ALeagueWomen report released today has some shocking stats, including that over half the league experienced sport-related psychological distress in the 2024-25 season. the PFA is urgently requesting change as the league slips further behind.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
A-League Women reaches ‘tipping point’ as scathing report highlights stagnation
With the World Cup halo truly faded, the domestic league is now the ‘least preferred’ competition for Australian players, according to a new report
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:47 PM
a new #ALeagueWomen report released today has some shocking stats, including that over half the league experienced sport-related psychological distress in the 2024-25 season. the PFA is urgently requesting change as the league slips further behind.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
guys I think my dog short-circuited
November 6, 2025 at 11:32 AM
guys I think my dog short-circuited
when my last dog Bo died in lockdown, I didn’t think I’d ever have room enough in my house - or my heart - for another hound. but if this year has taught me anything, it’s that love often arrives when we least expect it, and that it’s a risk worth taking again and again.
so, everyone, meet Mars 🐶🌌
so, everyone, meet Mars 🐶🌌
November 3, 2025 at 11:50 AM
when my last dog Bo died in lockdown, I didn’t think I’d ever have room enough in my house - or my heart - for another hound. but if this year has taught me anything, it’s that love often arrives when we least expect it, and that it’s a risk worth taking again and again.
so, everyone, meet Mars 🐶🌌
so, everyone, meet Mars 🐶🌌
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it’s a new era of The Far Post as we launch our new segment: TFP Explains!
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
In our first edition of The Far Post Explains, we chat to the PFA's Beau Busch and the Newcastle Jets' Cass Davis about where The Dub is at for its 18th season.
Tune in @espnausnz.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
Tune in @espnausnz.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
October 30, 2025 at 8:49 AM
it’s a new era of The Far Post as we launch our new segment: TFP Explains!
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
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What if we told you investing in a full-time A-League Women competition would pay for itself 𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲? 🤔
We explain how this is possible and why it’s an opportunity the game simply can’t pass up.
👉 www.instagram.com/reel/DQbauw5...
#SupportingThePlayers #BuildingTheGame
We explain how this is possible and why it’s an opportunity the game simply can’t pass up.
👉 www.instagram.com/reel/DQbauw5...
#SupportingThePlayers #BuildingTheGame
October 30, 2025 at 9:44 AM
What if we told you investing in a full-time A-League Women competition would pay for itself 𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲? 🤔
We explain how this is possible and why it’s an opportunity the game simply can’t pass up.
👉 www.instagram.com/reel/DQbauw5...
#SupportingThePlayers #BuildingTheGame
We explain how this is possible and why it’s an opportunity the game simply can’t pass up.
👉 www.instagram.com/reel/DQbauw5...
#SupportingThePlayers #BuildingTheGame
it’s a new era of The Far Post as we launch our new segment: TFP Explains!
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
In our first edition of The Far Post Explains, we chat to the PFA's Beau Busch and the Newcastle Jets' Cass Davis about where The Dub is at for its 18th season.
Tune in @espnausnz.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
Tune in @espnausnz.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
October 30, 2025 at 8:49 AM
it’s a new era of The Far Post as we launch our new segment: TFP Explains!
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
these are deep-dives into the issues facing women’s football in Australia, with lots of voices and discussions woven throughout. stoked to have this first episode - on The State of the Dub - out now in the world! #ALW
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I started my career writing for independent football websites and increasingly believe they're the future of sports media so I'm stoked that the folks at Football360 have invited me to share my thoughts about the #Matildas recent matches against Wales and England!
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
What We Learned from Matildas window: Legend's spot no longer certain, does Kerr have enough time?
Samantha Lewis wraps up the lessons from the Matildas' clashes against England and Wales for football360.com.au.
football360.com.au
October 29, 2025 at 7:11 AM
I started my career writing for independent football websites and increasingly believe they're the future of sports media so I'm stoked that the folks at Football360 have invited me to share my thoughts about the #Matildas recent matches against Wales and England!
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
I started my career writing for independent football websites and increasingly believe they're the future of sports media so I'm stoked that the folks at Football360 have invited me to share my thoughts about the #Matildas recent matches against Wales and England!
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
What We Learned from Matildas window: Legend's spot no longer certain, does Kerr have enough time?
Samantha Lewis wraps up the lessons from the Matildas' clashes against England and Wales for football360.com.au.
football360.com.au
October 29, 2025 at 7:11 AM
I started my career writing for independent football websites and increasingly believe they're the future of sports media so I'm stoked that the folks at Football360 have invited me to share my thoughts about the #Matildas recent matches against Wales and England!
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
football360.com.au/matildas-new...
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Send us your questions! (Getting in early as we'll be recording shortly after full-time.)
October 28, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Send us your questions! (Getting in early as we'll be recording shortly after full-time.)
can…can this be the end of the Alanna Kennedy in midfield experiment please #ENGvAUS
a woman in a red shirt is saying `` i am begging you from my soul '' .
ALT: a woman in a red shirt is saying `` i am begging you from my soul '' .
media.tenor.com
October 28, 2025 at 7:21 PM
can…can this be the end of the Alanna Kennedy in midfield experiment please #ENGvAUS
anyone else already sobbing at Jess Fishlock singing the Welsh anthem for the last time #WALvAUS
a woman is crying while holding a napkin in front of a box with the letter i on it
ALT: a woman is crying while holding a napkin in front of a box with the letter i on it
media.tenor.com
October 25, 2025 at 12:59 PM
anyone else already sobbing at Jess Fishlock singing the Welsh anthem for the last time #WALvAUS
it would’ve been so great if Mexico was supported to bid solo for this, especially as they hosted the first ever Women’s World Invitational in 1971 (making 2031 the 60th anniversary).
alas, money rules everything around us. solo World Cup hosts will soon be a distant memory. RIP the environment.
alas, money rules everything around us. solo World Cup hosts will soon be a distant memory. RIP the environment.
U.S. Soccer has announced that the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica have officially launched a joint bid to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup 🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇷🇯🇲
If selected, it would be the largest Women’s World Cup in history 🌎
If selected, it would be the largest Women’s World Cup in history 🌎
October 21, 2025 at 1:51 AM
it would’ve been so great if Mexico was supported to bid solo for this, especially as they hosted the first ever Women’s World Invitational in 1971 (making 2031 the 60th anniversary).
alas, money rules everything around us. solo World Cup hosts will soon be a distant memory. RIP the environment.
alas, money rules everything around us. solo World Cup hosts will soon be a distant memory. RIP the environment.
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Sam Kerr is back and so is The Far Post! We're dissecting the squad for the #Matildas friendlies against England and Wales, including all the big name returns plus more!
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
October 13, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Sam Kerr is back and so is The Far Post! We're dissecting the squad for the #Matildas friendlies against England and Wales, including all the big name returns plus more!
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
not that we’re even a drop in this ocean, but Silver Lake and Paramount are currently some of the biggest investors in the A-Leagues. is this how we want our game to be aligned?
oh look, Trump's billionaire buddy Larry Ellison, fancy that
September 16, 2025 at 10:31 PM
not that we’re even a drop in this ocean, but Silver Lake and Paramount are currently some of the biggest investors in the A-Leagues. is this how we want our game to be aligned?
deeply saddened at the passing of Maria Berry AM today. she was a fierce advocate for women in football, a founding member of Women Onside, and a passionate voice for fans right to the end. I hope FA considers her for Hall Of Fame honours this year. rest in power, Maria ✊
September 9, 2025 at 2:55 AM
deeply saddened at the passing of Maria Berry AM today. she was a fierce advocate for women in football, a founding member of Women Onside, and a passionate voice for fans right to the end. I hope FA considers her for Hall Of Fame honours this year. rest in power, Maria ✊
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We're back with another big board!
Six months out from the Asian Cup we're looking into our crystal balls and selecting a squad for the tournament ⚽
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
Six months out from the Asian Cup we're looking into our crystal balls and selecting a squad for the tournament ⚽
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
September 7, 2025 at 10:35 PM
We're back with another big board!
Six months out from the Asian Cup we're looking into our crystal balls and selecting a squad for the tournament ⚽
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
Six months out from the Asian Cup we're looking into our crystal balls and selecting a squad for the tournament ⚽
Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual spots.
cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...
is Stan Sport buggered for any other Aussies trying to watch WSL? no streams loading, times keep changing, whole matches removed. WTF???
September 7, 2025 at 11:04 AM
is Stan Sport buggered for any other Aussies trying to watch WSL? no streams loading, times keep changing, whole matches removed. WTF???
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here’s the written version of tonight’s 7:30 Report about The Flying Bats and LGBTQIA+ inclusion in sport 🏳️⚧️
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
August 28, 2025 at 9:27 AM
here’s the written version of tonight’s 7:30 Report about The Flying Bats and LGBTQIA+ inclusion in sport 🏳️⚧️
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
here’s the written version of tonight’s 7:30 Report about The Flying Bats and LGBTQIA+ inclusion in sport 🏳️⚧️
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
August 28, 2025 at 9:27 AM
here’s the written version of tonight’s 7:30 Report about The Flying Bats and LGBTQIA+ inclusion in sport 🏳️⚧️
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall
www.theflyingbats.com/petition
the story on The Flying Bats will air on ABC at 7:30pm AEST tonight! tune in to learn more about our amazing club, our 40-year history of creating inclusion in sport, and our battles against anti-trans activists. we’d love you to show support by using the hashtag #footballforall 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️⚽️🦇
August 28, 2025 at 4:08 AM
the story on The Flying Bats will air on ABC at 7:30pm AEST tonight! tune in to learn more about our amazing club, our 40-year history of creating inclusion in sport, and our battles against anti-trans activists. we’d love you to show support by using the hashtag #footballforall 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️⚽️🦇
huge thanks to my friend Poletti for spending so much time and care in talking to me about my life and career, especially issues around identity, representation, safety, community, and making an impact. if you’re curious about how I’ve come to be where I am, take a listen.
This week on The Dubcast, @itspoletti.bsky.social was joined by @battledinosaur.bsky.social to chat about her football journey, travelling to Qatar for the 2022 World Cup with the ABC, The Flying Bats, and more. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
📺: youtu.be/nztwYWANMZA?...
📺: youtu.be/nztwYWANMZA?...
Samantha Lewis on her journalism journey, the 2022 Men's World Cup, the Flying Bats, and more
YouTube video by The Dubcast
youtu.be
August 27, 2025 at 2:18 AM
huge thanks to my friend Poletti for spending so much time and care in talking to me about my life and career, especially issues around identity, representation, safety, community, and making an impact. if you’re curious about how I’ve come to be where I am, take a listen.
tonight my club The Flying Bats, the biggest LGBTQIA+ football club in Aus, will be on ABC’s 7:30 Report.
the story follows the harassment we’ve faced by anti-trans campaigners over the past 2 years, as told by our players.
we’d love you all to watch, share & support! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🦇⚽️ #footballforall
the story follows the harassment we’ve faced by anti-trans campaigners over the past 2 years, as told by our players.
we’d love you all to watch, share & support! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🦇⚽️ #footballforall
August 26, 2025 at 12:40 AM
tonight my club The Flying Bats, the biggest LGBTQIA+ football club in Aus, will be on ABC’s 7:30 Report.
the story follows the harassment we’ve faced by anti-trans campaigners over the past 2 years, as told by our players.
we’d love you all to watch, share & support! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🦇⚽️ #footballforall
the story follows the harassment we’ve faced by anti-trans campaigners over the past 2 years, as told by our players.
we’d love you all to watch, share & support! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🦇⚽️ #footballforall
just over 24 hours til our next @womenonside.bsky.social webinar! we’re tackling coaching with a stellar panel feat. #Matildas assistant Em Husband, Afghanistan assistant Sam McGowan, Dr Aish Ravi, and FA coach education tutor Louise McColl!
register here: www.womenonside.com.au/event-detail...
register here: www.womenonside.com.au/event-detail...
August 25, 2025 at 5:39 AM
just over 24 hours til our next @womenonside.bsky.social webinar! we’re tackling coaching with a stellar panel feat. #Matildas assistant Em Husband, Afghanistan assistant Sam McGowan, Dr Aish Ravi, and FA coach education tutor Louise McColl!
register here: www.womenonside.com.au/event-detail...
register here: www.womenonside.com.au/event-detail...
so, I had some thoughts about the #Matildas and last night’s #WAC2026 draw…
www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/j...
www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/j...
Asian Cup: tough draw for Matildas, but chance to banish ghosts of India
South Korea match will revive bitter memories of 2022 exit as Australia seek to find the right blend before next March
www.theguardian.com
July 29, 2025 at 10:10 PM
so, I had some thoughts about the #Matildas and last night’s #WAC2026 draw…
www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/j...
www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/j...