Layla Guscoth: Half Netballer, Half Doctor

Layla Guscoth describes herself on social media as half netballer, half doctor. 

In 2016, Layla qualified as a doctor and somehow has managed to balance that career with being a professional netballer. 

Co-captain for the England side at the 2023 World Cup, Layla now has both Silver and Bronze World Cup medals. 

Layla's played for a number of Super League teams in the UK and Australia and captained both Mavericks and Thunderbirds. 

We explore how Layla has managed to balance two incredible careers, her pathway into elite netball and the women that influenced her progress, recognising her as a whole human, not just an exceptional athlete. 

As Layla shares her journey, including injuries, setbacks and time overseas, we consider what’s changed for netballers with increased professionalism, and what the future holds in terms of broadcast, investment and increasing media profile of the sport. 

Layla was incredibly open in discussing what a fully professional sport could look like in the future; what makes a great captain and is it time to think again about those netball dresses? 

It was a privilege to hear Layla reflect back on her extraordinary netball career. 

Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award.

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Hosted by Sue Anstiss
Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media

A Fearless Women production