17 | TFL TACKLES Soccer Pay in the USA, Corruption during COVID & The Fall of Castle

Helloooooo and Happy Thursday! We hope you are well & staying healthy during these uncertain times. From the TFL team, we would like to say A BIG THANK YOU for your patience as we set up our new WFH Recording Studio. We are thrilled to be back after our short hiatus and reporting live from a Stage 3 Melbourne lockdown. Although we look & sound a little different, the gist is still the same; How cool is technology right?

Today on the show we unpack a recent judgment from an LA Court. In the case, the Judge rejected an argument by the US Women’s Soccer Team who sued their governing body for gender discrimination. We then shift our focus to domestic news.

We examined the impact of COVID-19 on the Sports Gambling Industry and the subsequent effects this is having on match-fixers. Finally, we take a deep dive into how one of Australia’s most Senior Sports Administrators, Raelene Castle, was ousted from her role as CEO of Rugby Australia. We consider whether she was treated fairly in her dismissal and ask why it is seemingly SO difficult for Women in Sport to secure the top job.

Annie recommended you watch this short video of superstar Genevieve Gregson setting a new record around the Tan Track. Chloe sends her apologies for the unexpected cameo by her puppy Rocky around the 26 minute mark, but is also happy for you follow her on Instagram if you wish to see more dog content. Enjoy the show!