Kate Ritchie’s career change! Nova star embraces the Matildas spirit and sets her sights on the soccer field

Kate Ritchie looked to be in good spirits on Thursday when she was spotted shopping for soccer accessories in the Sydney suburb of Alexandria.

The former Home and Away star, 45, rugged up in a khaki jacket that featured denim panelling. 

The Nova radio presenter completed her getup with black jeans and white sneakers and highlighted her natural beauty with a light layer of nude makeup.

Kate wore her brunette hair tied in a ponytail on the day, and could not not contain her excitement as she flashed a radiant smile ahead of competing in a local soccer match. 

The Goulburn-born beauty had her hands full with newly purchased soccer accessories, including Nike soccer boots and shin pads.

At one point, Kate was seen laughing it up as she chatted to a female friend shortly before she made her way to a local park to enjoy a sporty workout.

Ritchie continued to charm in the middle of her soccer prep, with her vibrant spirit and effortless style.

Kate’s outing follows reports she returned to her acting roots this week as she was spotted filming scenes for a brand new ABC series.

Kate Ritchie looked to be in good spirits on Thursday when she was spotted shopping for soccer accessories in the Sydney suburb of Alexandria. Pictured 

The former Home and Away star, 45, rugged up in a khaki jacket that featured denim panelling

The former Home and Away star, 45, rugged up in a khaki jacket that featured denim panelling 

The Nova radio presenter completed her getup with black jeans and white sneakers and highlighted her natural beauty with a light layer of nude makeup

The Nova radio presenter completed her getup with black jeans and white sneakers and highlighted her natural beauty with a light layer of nude makeup 

Kate wore her brunette hair tied in a ponytail on the day, and could not not contain her excitement as she flashed a radiant smile ahead of competing in a local soccer match

Kate wore her brunette hair tied in a ponytail on the day, and could not not contain her excitement as she flashed a radiant smile ahead of competing in a local soccer match 

The Home and Away actress cut a casual figure as she arrived on set to shoot the five-part series The Role Of A Lifetime alongside comedian Nazeem Hussain.

The new ABC and Screen Australia series will be fronted by TV favourite Amanda Keller and will explore the challenges parents face in today’s rapidly changing world.

Kate and comedian Nazeem, 39, will star as parents and will act out real-life family scenarios, giving an immersive and comedic touch to the factual program.

The Goulburn-born beauty had her hands full with newly purchased soccer accessories, including Nike soccer boots and shin pads

The Goulburn-born beauty had her hands full with newly purchased soccer accessories, including Nike soccer boots and shin pads 

At one point, Kate was seen laughing it up as she chatted to a female friend shortly before she made her way to a local park to enjoy a sporty workout

At one point, Kate was seen laughing it up as she chatted to a female friend shortly before she made her way to a local park to enjoy a sporty workout 

Kate's outing follows reports she returned to her acting roots this week as she was spotted filming scenes for a brand new ABC series

Kate’s outing follows reports she returned to her acting roots this week as she was spotted filming scenes for a brand new ABC series 

The show, produced by Dreamchaser, will also feature insightful parental guidance throughout from podcaster and author Maggie Dent.

The program aims to give millions of parents and caregivers the tools and confidence to navigate challenges.

Kate is a doting mother herself to her beloved daughter Mae, nine, who she shares with her ex-husband Stuart Webb.

She tied the knot with the former NRL star at the Quamby Estate in Tasmania in 2010, following a year-long engagement, but the couple parted ways in 2020.

Kate appeared happy with her purchases

Kate appeared happy with her purchases 

She could barely contain her smile as she trotted across the car park

She could barely contain her smile as she trotted across the car park  

Kate was quick to crack open her newly purchased footwear

Kate was quick to crack open her newly purchased footwear 

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