Volume 12 - Targeted Topic - Women's Football

July 2023
Uncover the vibrant world of Women’s Football in this Targeted Topic issue of the Aspetar Sports Medicine Journal. Celebrating the (more) Beautiful Game, this issue highlights the incredible potential of Women’s Football and the importance of fostering its growth. Delve into the gaps in scientific research and literature surrounding injuries, mental health, and prevention specific to Women’s Football. With expert insights from our distinguished guest editors and international authors, gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within this dynamic field. Engage with captivating interviews featuring influential figures in Women’s Football, Jill Ellis and Sandra Doreleijers, as they share their experiences and expertise. Join us as we empower female athletes, bridge the gaps, and shape the future of Women’s Football through knowledge and collaboration.

Articles

Editorial
FROM OUR EDITOR

Football is traditionally seen as a male-dominated sport. The success of any sport lies in its ability to...

Written by – Nebojsa Popovic

Editorial
FROM OUR GUEST EDITORS

THE (MORE) BEAUTIFUL GAME In this special edition of the Aspetar Sports Medicine Journal, we are...

Written by – Celeste Geertsema MD, Suzanne Huurman MD, Pieter D’Hooghe MD, PhD

Interview
JILL ELLIS

THE COACH’S PERSPECTIVE Interview by Monique Fischer, Switzerland INTRO “A woman once said to...

Interview by – Monique Fischer, Switzerland

Interview
SANDRA DORELEIJERS

HEAD OF WOMEN’S FOOTBALL PSV, THE NETHERLANDS Interview by Suzanne A.E. Huurman, Spain Sandra...

Interview by – Suzanne A.E. Huurman, Spain

Sport and Society
PUSHING FOR A CHANGE IN WOMEN’S SOCCER

FROM THE UNITED STATES SOCCER Written by José M. Oliva-Lozano, Celeste Dix, Rick Cost, Frank Wijbenga,...

Written by – José M. Oliva-Lozano, Celeste Dix, Rick Cost, Frank Wijbenga, George Chiampas, USA

Sports Medicine
LIFELONG FEMALE FOOTBALL PLAYER HEALTH AND THE IMPORTANCE OF THE ATHLETE VOICE

Written by Jane Thornton, Canada INTRODUCTION Women’s football participation is on the rise around...

Written by – Jane Thornton, Canada

Sports Medicine
CARDIOVASCULAR ADAPTATIONS AND CARDIAC RISKS IN FEMALE FOOTBALL PLAYERS

AN OUTLINE OF STILL UNCHARTERED TERRITORY Written by Carmen Adamuz, Qatar, Silvia Castelletti, Italy,...

Written by – Carmen Adamuz, Qatar, Silvia Castelletti, Italy, and Guido Pieles Qatar

Sports Medicine
TEAM PHYSICIAN IN ELITE FEMALE FOOTBALL

Written by Suzanne A.E. Huurman, Spain O JOGO BONITO FEMENINO The (more) Beautiful Game women’s...

Written by – Suzanne A.E. Huurman, Spain

Sports Medicine
FEMALE ATHLETE HEALTH IN WOMEN’S FOOTBALL

Written by Bert Mandelbaum, USA & Pieter D’Hooghe, Belgium/Qatar INTRODUCTION Women’s football is...

Written by – Bert Mandelbaum, USA & Pieter D’Hooghe, Belgium/Qatar

Sports Rehab
ACL REHABILITATION IN ELITE FEMALE FOOTBALLERS

SAME, SAME BUT SHOULD IT BE DIFFERENT? Written By Roula Kotsifaki, Qatar and Holly Silvers-Granelli,...

Written by – Roula Kotsifaki, Qatar and Holly Silvers-Granelli, Usa

Sports Radiology
GROIN PAIN IN WOMEN’s FOOTBALL

RADIOLOGY AND CLINICAL FEATURES FEDERATION Written by Milena Tomovic, Greece ATHLETIC GROIN...

Written by – Milena Tomovic, Greece

Sports Medicine
EMBRACING WOMEN’S FOOTBALL GROWTH AT YOUR CLUB KIT, BOOTS, AND FACILITY CONSIDERATIONS

Written by Katrine Okholm Kryger, Switzerland and UK & Athol Thomson, Qatar Women’s football is...

Written by – Katrine Okholm Kryger, Switzerland and UK & Athol Thomson, Qatar

Letters From
LIVING A DREAM

A LETTER FROM: Doha, Qatar Written by Omar Al Sayrafi, Qatar It`s hard to visit Qatar these days,...

Written by – Omar Al Sayrafi, Qatar

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