The District is putting women in Football in the spotlight with an exclusive podcast!
As part of the device “All Football” and for the occasion of International Women’s Sports Day on January 24, the Ille-et-Vilaine Football District is pleased to present an innovative initiative to promote the inspiring journeys of women involved in local football.
In order to highlight the roles and contributions of women in departmental football, we have produced a video podcasthosted by a rising figure in sports media, Melanie Durot. Semi-finalist of the show “Au Micro” (Canal+), commentator for the Arkema Première Ligue (FFFtv) and presenter of “Jour de Stade” for Stade Rennais, she brings her talent and passion to this project.
Guests with an inspiring journey
This podcast highlights the testimonies and experiences of four women with varied and emblematic backgrounds:
-- Aino Desmons: Educator at US Châteaugiron
- Émilie Brunet: President of ES Thorigné-Fouillard
- Manon Tessier: Player at CPB Bréquigny
- Sylvia Philion : Referee in Arkema First League and Second League, as well as member of the Departmental Arbitration Commission
These women share their passion, the challenges they have overcome and their aspirations for the future of women’s football.
Project objectives
- Promote the roles and contributions of women in departmental football.
- Raise awareness among the general public and clubs of the importance of the development of women's sport.
- Inspire the next generation of women to get involved in football in all its forms (players, educators, managers, referees).
Broadcast and associated event
- First broadcast: Friday January 24, 2025, during a special evening by invitation dedicated to women's football (Drawing of women's departmental cups, award of labels, etc.). The event will bring together clubs from the department and will serve as an ideal setting to celebrate International Women's Sports Day.
- Online: The January 25 at 6:00 p.m.the podcast will be available on our YouTube channel and broadcast on the main streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.).
