It's official: After 19 months, Michael Slater Oval finally has a new name

It's official: After 19 months, Michael Slater Oval finally has a new name

Matildas player Sally Shipard sees local field renamed in her honour, reflecting her regional ties and legacy in women's sports.

Michael Slater Oval officially renamed as Wagga soccer icon scores proud honour

Wagga soccer icon Sally Shipard, a former Matilda, has been chosen for the renaming of the former and controversial Michael Slater Oval. Photo: Canberra United Facebook. Michael Slater Oval has now officially been renamed in honour of Sally Shipard, the former Matilda who represented Australia in soccer at two World Cups. Since May 2024, the former Michael Slater Oval has been nameless after Wagga Wagga City Council elected to remove the origina…