In this episode, Coach Nassim sits down with Mara Watts, a pioneering figure in Australian women’s soccer whose journey reflects resilience, advocacy, and a lifelong commitment to the game.

Mara competed during a time when opportunities for women in football were limited, representing Australia in the 1980s and contributing to the early foundation of what would become the modern women’s game. Decades later, she was formally awarded her Australian representative cap — a powerful recognition of both her contribution and the generation of women who paved the way.

In our conversation, Mara shares what it was like competing in an era without the infrastructure or visibility female players have today, the mindset required to persist when recognition was delayed, and how those experiences shaped her transition into coaching and leadership roles within the sport.

Mara’s story is a reminder that impact is not always immediate — but it is lasting.

Connect with Mara: LinkedIn & Instagram

Website: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/

IG: @strongerme
TikTok: @becomingmystrongerme