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A grimy old ball, a racquet made from a wooden fruit box, a pair of borrowed shoes then the world at her feet. This is the heart-warming story of how Evonne Goolagong CawleyourEvonnerose from humble beginnings in an outback farming town to becomea world-championtennis player by the age of just 19. With a tin wall for a court and a steely determination, little Evonne hits and hits and hits her way out of rural New South Wales and onto the world stage. On the way she must battle prejudice and homesickness and test herself to the very limits. Sunshine Super Girl, byYorta Yorta/Gunaikurnaiwriter Andrea James, is a funny and poignant take on the life of a talented sportswoman with a big dream. Infused with a wry Australian sensibility and a proud sense of belonging, it''s a story that will inspire and delight. ''Sunshine Super Girl explores connection to country and community, while taking an unflinching look at poverty, adversity, and racism in Australia. The story is told with plenty of heart, humour, charm and skill. [This is] captivating theatre that beats with a grounded, organic heart.'' Bryan Andy, Witness Performance

Sunshine Super Girl: The Evonne Goolagong Story

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      Publisher Currency Press Pty Ltd
      Published 7 January 2021
      ISBN-13 9781760626754
      978-1760626754
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      Book Synopsis
      A grimy old ball, a racquet made from a wooden fruit box, a pair of borrowed shoes then the world at her feet. This is the heart-warming story of how Evonne Goolagong CawleyourEvonnerose from humble beginnings in an outback farming town to becomea world-championtennis player by the age of just 19. With a tin wall for a court and a steely determination, little Evonne hits and hits and hits her way out of rural New South Wales and onto the world stage. On the way she must battle prejudice and homesickness and test herself to the very limits. Sunshine Super Girl, byYorta Yorta/Gunaikurnaiwriter Andrea James, is a funny and poignant take on the life of a talented sportswoman with a big dream. Infused with a wry Australian sensibility and a proud sense of belonging, it''s a story that will inspire and delight. ''Sunshine Super Girl explores connection to country and community, while taking an unflinching look at poverty, adversity, and racism in Australia. The story is told with plenty of heart, humour, charm and skill. [This is] captivating theatre that beats with a grounded, organic heart.'' Bryan Andy, Witness Performance

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