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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · 23d

quitting twitter a year ago was one of the best things I ever did, even if it has affected me professionally. would much rather protect my mental health than stay connected to a platform that’s making the world worse

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · 23d

not that we’re even a drop in this ocean, but Silver Lake and Paramount are currently some of the biggest investors in the A-Leagues. is this how we want our game to be aligned?

Karl Bode @karlbode.com · 23d

oh look, Trump's billionaire buddy Larry Ellison, fancy that

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Sep 9

deeply saddened at the passing of Maria Berry AM today. she was a fierce advocate for women in football, a founding member of Women Onside, and a passionate voice for fans right to the end. I hope FA considers her for Hall Of Fame honours this year. rest in power, Maria ✊

A photo of Maria Berry AM, a long-time women’s football advocate, receiving an award from Football Victoria. She passed away on September 9, 2025.

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The Far Post @thefarpostpod.bsky.social · Sep 7

We're back with another big board!

Six months out from the Asian Cup we're looking into our crystal balls and selecting a squad for the tournament ⚽

Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual spots.

cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Sep 7

mine has finally returned, 8 mins into the game. other streams still waiting despite the games already kicking off. cool cool cool

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Sep 7

is Stan Sport buggered for any other Aussies trying to watch WSL? no streams loading, times keep changing, whole matches removed. WTF???

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 28

here’s the written version of tonight’s 7:30 Report about The Flying Bats and LGBTQIA+ inclusion in sport 🏳️‍⚧️

if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall

www.theflyingbats.com/petition

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 28

here’s the full segment for those who missed it! #flyingbats #footballforall

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08...

Trans soccer player sues over ‘vilifying’ tweets

Sarah Ferguson presents Australia's premier daily current affairs program, delivering agenda-setting public affairs journalism and interviews that hold the powerful to account. Plus political analysis...

www.abc.net.au

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 28

here’s the written version of tonight’s 7:30 Report about The Flying Bats and LGBTQIA+ inclusion in sport 🏳️‍⚧️

if you’d like to turn your support into action, sign our petition calling for protections for ALL women and gender-diverse people in football! #footballforall

www.theflyingbats.com/petition

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 28

the story on The Flying Bats will air on ABC at 7:30pm AEST tonight! tune in to learn more about our amazing club, our 40-year history of creating inclusion in sport, and our battles against anti-trans activists. we’d love you to show support by using the hashtag #footballforall 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️⚽️🦇

Photos of soccer players from an LGBTQIA+ women’s and non-binary club in Australia called The Flying Bats FC advertising a story that will air on ABC’s 7:30 Report program.

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 27

huge thanks to my friend Poletti for spending so much time and care in talking to me about my life and career, especially issues around identity, representation, safety, community, and making an impact. if you’re curious about how I’ve come to be where I am, take a listen.

Round Ball Australia @roundballaus.bsky.social · Aug 27

This week on The Dubcast, @itspoletti.bsky.social was joined by @battledinosaur.bsky.social to chat about her football journey, travelling to Qatar for the 2022 World Cup with the ABC, The Flying Bats, and more. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

📺: youtu.be/nztwYWANMZA?...

Samantha Lewis on her journalism journey, the 2022 Men's World Cup, the Flying Bats, and more

YouTube video by The Dubcast

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 26

*the segment has been delayed due to breaking news but will be aired sometime this week!

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 26

tonight my club The Flying Bats, the biggest LGBTQIA+ football club in Aus, will be on ABC’s 7:30 Report.

the story follows the harassment we’ve faced by anti-trans campaigners over the past 2 years, as told by our players.

we’d love you all to watch, share & support! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🦇⚽️ #footballforall

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 25

just over 24 hours til our next @womenonside.bsky.social webinar! we’re tackling coaching with a stellar panel feat. #Matildas assistant Em Husband, Afghanistan assistant Sam McGowan, Dr Aish Ravi, and FA coach education tutor Louise McColl!

register here: www.womenonside.com.au/event-detail...

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 21

I would *love* to know more about this. compelling?? is being a homophobe a medical condition now?

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 14

[whispers] I honestly prefer it to the original…

[hides from Cher fans]

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Aug 14

I see you and raise you…

youtu.be/MmwFnoMoDDg?...

DMA'S cover Cher 'Believe' for Like A Version

YouTube video by triple j

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Jul 29

you’re a powerhouse, Soph. you brought depth and nuance and so many niche untold stories (and so much fun!) to women’s soccer media when few others did. we’ll miss you but you’ll always be here with us 🫶

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Jul 29

so, I had some thoughts about the #Matildas and last night’s #WAC2026 draw…

www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/j...

Asian Cup: tough draw for Matildas, but chance to banish ghosts of India

South Korea match will revive bitter memories of 2022 exit as Australia seek to find the right blend before next March

www.theguardian.com

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The Far Post @thefarpostpod.bsky.social · Jul 29

Happy Women's Asian Cup draw day to all who celebrate!

We'll be watching and recording as it happens and want your comments and questions as we find out the #Matildas opponents for the tournament in real time.

Send them through below so we can answer them on the pod!

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Jul 10

hands up who wants us to interview @annodong.bsky.social on the pod 🙋🏻‍♀️

The Far Post @thefarpostpod.bsky.social · Jul 9

New episode!

We're chatting about the #Matildas 3-2 win over Panama, the window as a whole, and our 1st impressions of Montemurro's Tillies.

Tune in at @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual spots.

cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Jul 8

this is what happens when FA hasn’t properly invested in its youth national team pipeline for the past 5+ years!

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Jul 8

#AUSvPAN

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Marissa Lordanic @marissalordanic.bsky.social · Jul 6

New episode of @thefarpostpod.bsky.social out now!

We're chatting the #Matildas loss to Panama, the player pecking order, the debutants, and more!

Tune in @espnaustralia.bsky.social and the usual pod spots.

cms.megaphone.fm/channel/esp2...

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Sam Lewis (she/they) 🌈 @battledinosaur.bsky.social · Jul 5

can’t wait to talk about *that* on the pod shortly. send us your questions 🫩 #AUSvPAN

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