SHORTLISTED 2025

The Vikki Orvice Award for Women's Sports Writing | Shortlisted

La Vie Jamais Racontée

by Nancy Gillen

This book uncovers the compelling story of a forgotten pioneer of women’s sport. Born in 1884, Alice Milliat fought against societal barriers to organise the Women’s World Games, promote women’s football and lobby for women’s athletics at the Olympics. The book sheds light on her fascinating life and celebrates the sportswomen she empowered.

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