Blicavs named TFAP The Return Award Winner

Voted by the general public, Sara Blicavs has been awarded The Return Award by the Female Athlete Project in their annual awards.

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This award celebrates an athlete who has demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination in overcoming significant challenges to make a triumphant return to their sport. The recipient has shown outstanding perseverance, courage, and dedication, turning adversity into an amazing comeback that has captivated us all and helped to motivate others to pursue their goals.

Blicavs' remarkable recovery from spinal fusion and disc replacement surgery in early 2024 has been nothing short of inspiring. Despite the risk of never walking again, she defied expectations by returning to elite basketball, representing Australia at the FIBA Women's Asia Cup and securing a spot with the UC Capitals for the 2025/26 WNBL season. Her journey exemplifies resilience, determination, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence, making her a deserving winner of "The Return" award.

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Other finalists in the category were Georgia Godwin: Gymnastics, Casey Kopua: Netball NSW / Giants Netball, and Sam Kerr: Football / Chelsea & Matildas.

Listen to her interview below.

Words by The Female Athlete Project.