Different Sports. Different Journeys. One Thing in Common.
There’s no single pathway to the top.
Every female athlete has a different story - different challenges, different setbacks, different sacrifices and different moments that shaped who they became.
From the track to the pool, the court to the field, the ring to the world stage, ICONS celebrates women who have pushed boundaries and reached the highest levels of their sport.
Hear from Olympians, World Champions, international stars and elite athletes as they share the stories behind their success - not just the medals and achievements, but the hard work, doubt, resilience and determination it took to get there.
These are stories about what it really takes to become an ICON. And for the next generation of girls watching, they’re a reminder that your journey is yours to create.
Dream big. Back yourself. Keep going.
GEORGIA GODWIN
NEVER GIVING UP IN THE FACE OF DISAPPOINTMENT
At just 16, Georgia won the Commonwealth Games selection even - but in a devastating setback, she missed out on team selection. - with no clear explanation as to why.
Discover how she bounced back from disappointment to become one of Australia’s most accomplished athletes.
HANNAH YOUNG
OVERCOMING THE DISAPPOINTMENT OF NOT ACHIEVING YOUR GOAL
An Australian champion off-road triathlete, Hannah once placed immense pressure on herself to succeed so much so that even a runner-up finish felt devastating.
She shares how she learned to embrace the opportunities sport gave her, while also finding the balance to step away and detach when it mattered most.
ELLE ARMIT
SPORT IS FULL OF UPS AND DOWNS
Elle opens up about what it takes to stay positive in the face of uncertainty — from the fear of missing out on selection to the overwhelming reality and joy of being chosen for the national team.
An Olympic medallist for Australia, Elle went on to win silver in water polo in Paris, turning those moments of doubt into one of the defining achievements of her career.
MADI HOFFMAN
WHEN INJURY STRIKES AT THE WORST TIME
An Australian Winter Olympian, Madi’s journey has been anything but smooth - enduring five knee surgeries across four separate injuries, including one the day after qualifying for the 2022 Winter Olympics.
Yet she has continued to rebuild both her body and mindset, with the help of her family and local community - fighting her way back and earning her place at the Milano Cortina Games in 2026.
HANNAH DODD
MISSING FAMILY AND FRIENDS IS ALL TO COMMON FOR PRO ATHLETES
A two-time Paralympian, Hannah has spent much of her professional career away from family and friends, pursuing her sport on the other side of the world.
With much of that time based in Europe, she has come to rely on the support of her teammates and her boyfriend, especially during pivotal personal moments or the holiday season.
SHAE CONNORS
FROM INJURY TO SHINING ON THE BIGGEST STAGE
After moving A-League Women clubs from Brisbane to Sydney, Shae suffered an injury that looked set to end her season.
Sidelined for more than three months, she worked relentlessly to return for the finals series. Coming off the bench in the Grand Final she delivered the winning goal, securing her place in women’s football history.
ADAM PLUMMER
NOT ALLOWING SETBACKS DEFINE YOU
Adam shares a powerful message about injury, resilience and the importance of never giving up on your sporting passion.
Having moved away from home and faced relentless injuries, he reflects on how the toughest challenges often lead to the most rewarding outcomes.