Sport for Women

Samantha Kerr

Type: Player/Athlete
Sports: Go Karting
Location: Australia

After bursting onto the Westfield Matildas scene as a promising 15-year-old in 2009, Sam Kerr has fast become one of the most dynamic and exciting players in the Westfield Matildas squad. Since debut Kerr has featured in nine matches for the Westfield Matildas, starting the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2010 Final in China. In that match she expertly scored Australia's only goal in open play, helping them secure Australia's first ever prominent piece of international silverware. An attacking, enthusiastic and fleet footed player, Kerr is one of the new breed of Westfield Matildas making an effective impact on the national team.