Tracey Gale

Dr. Tracey Gale is a Research Fellow in the School of Allied Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences at Charles Sturt University, Australia. Her research focuses on the intersection of sport, indigeneity, gender, and race, with particular emphasis on Australian contexts including cricket and Australian rules football.

Education

• PhD in Sport Sociology, Charles Sturt University, 2024

Research Interests

Dr. Gale's research explores the lived experiences of Indigenous women in elite sports, race relations in Australian cricket, and the intersection of gender and indigeneity in leadership within women's football leagues (AFLW and NRLW). Her work employs qualitative methods, particularly thematic analysis, to address issues of social justice and representation in sport.

Research Output Trends

Her recent publications (2019-2024) demonstrate a consistent focus on Indigenous Australians in sport, with particular attention to cricket and Australian rules football. The research combines historical analysis with contemporary issues, such as the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement on Australian sport.

Advising and Grants

No information is available regarding student advising or research grants.