I am fortunate that I have a good support network who I felt I could say, ‘Hey, I need to find out why I am speaking like this,’ and they could find out who I needed to speak to. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
Kids in school told me my parents had accents, but I had no idea; they’ve always sounded that way to me. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
It took me a while to accept everything, but I am so grateful for the way my parents raised me. It’s my life, it’s unique, and I think it’s so meaningful to me as I get older. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
We talk sometimes about the impact we hope we’re having, that little girls – and boys – at home are watching us on TV. We can be role models. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
As a result of my upbringing, I was interested in reconnecting with my family and making them proud. Therefore, this emotional connection meant that representing England became a personal obsession. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
Road wins are critical, and it’s huge for you as a team when you can pick up three points on the road. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
Different techniques are now being used in futsal and handball. It’s about timing more than anything else. Those little intricacies are slowly being picked up in the women’s game – and it’s kind of going unnoticed. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
When I was a kid, the women like Mia Hamm and Brandi Chastain were paving the way for female players in the States. Things like that are important so girls realise there is a future for them if they want to play. It is something they can aspire to, to be not just a hobby. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
I like to eat healthily and feel like I’m putting good fuel in my body, although I do allow some tasty treats once in a while. Karen Bardsley Read Quote
