About this Short Film
Now I Play Soccer (Terese Van Twest, Australia, 2012) offers a brief, intimate look at community sport through the voices of players. In straightforward first-person accounts Sarah Stewart and Jeff reflect on what being part of their soccer team means: fitness, friendship and family connections. Sarah notes she is the only player on her team with a disability, describing camaraderie and shared support rather than medical detail; Jeff recalls past wins and a family tradition of playing. The film’s tone is warm, conversational and unassuming, giving audiences a grounded sense of how team sport shapes everyday life. A concise, person-centred portrait that fits well within the Focus on Ability festival programme.
Film Details
Film Transcript
Hi, my name is Sarah Stewart. I'm a soccer player. I play for a team, and I'm the only player on the team with a disability. Soccer is good for my fitness and I've made some really good friends here. My sister used to play on my team and we used to cheer each other.
My name is Jeff. Two years ago we won the final. My dad used to play soccer, my brother plays soccer, my sister plays, and I love it.
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Filmmaker
Terese Van Twest is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Terese Van Twest.
I am a big fan of Sarah Stuart and her wonderful family, thanks for sharing this inspiring film!
Well done
This is inspiring
Fantastic, professional, nothing you can't achieve, Encouraging disadvantaged that they need not be disadvantaged.
Fantastic amazing Genius
What a beautiful enthusiasm for soccer and life!
GO YELLOW!! Sarah you look like you are having fun. Keep up the great work. You are a soccer star.
AWESOME!
WELL DONE SARAH!!! its so good to see that you have found a team that you fit in so well with! looks like you have alot of fun! good to see that you can enjoy yourself and get fit at the same time! look forward to seeing more soon! x
What a team you've found there! How cool is that!
Well done Sarah, you look like you have so much fun with your soccer. Keep up the good work!