On this episode of A Level Playing Field, we sit down with Celtic FC Women’s Head of Fitness and Conditioning to reflect on an extraordinary journey through football, from breaking into the Celtic first team at just 15 years old to taking on a new challenge behind the scenes at the club she knows so well.

We discuss her experiences playing abroad in Sweden, representing Scotland on the World Cup stage, and the mental and physical challenges of navigating four ACL injuries, and finding the strength to keep going when the setbacks kept coming.

She speaks about her connection with former Celtic Women’s head coach Elena Sadiku, the importance of trust and connection within a team, and how her experiences as a player have shaped her approach to her new role in performance and conditioning.

From the highs of international football to the realities of injury, resilience and life after playing, this is a conversation about the people, experiences and lessons that shape a career in the game.

A story of resilience, relationships and giving back to the club that started it all.

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Scotland head coach Melissa Andreatta joins A Level Playing Field ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup first-round qualifier against Czechia to discuss the next step in Scotland’s qualification journey and the mindset driving her squad forward.

In this episode, Melissa speaks about the importance of the two-leg tie and why the support in Paisley for the second leg could be decisive. She reflects on the quality, depth, and character within the Scotland squad, highlighting the standards being set on and off the pitch as the team looks to build consistency in major tournaments.

There’s also a strong focus on mentality. How Scotland are working to forge a winning culture, handle pressure moments, and turn competitive performances into results when it matters most.

A forward-looking conversation on belief, expectation, and the growing ambition within the national team as they aim to take a decisive step toward World Cup qualification.

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On this episode of A Level Playing Field, we’re joined by Scarlett Herron to talk through her journey from Ireland to full-time football with Hibernian.

Scarlett opens up on making the move across to Edinburgh, settling into a new club and city, and what it’s really like adapting to life as a full-time player in the SWPL.

She reflects on Hibs’ season so far, her role within the squad, and the standards required to compete at the top end of the league.

We also dive into the wider picture: representation for female athletes in Ireland and beyond, the visibility of the women’s game, and where progress still needs to be made.

Away from the pitch, Scarlett discusses her ambitions in journalism, balancing football with media interests, and how she’s planning for life beyond playing.

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