Sports Community Podcasting

Steve is joined by Michael Peacock, from Heidelberg Football Netball Club's football program. Michael discusses their women's and girl's football teams, gender equity in their club and in their committee, and how the small changes to club culture have brought about massive success in a rapid period of time. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-i…netball-club/

Steve is joined by Spiro Espositos, secretary of the Maidstone Tennis Club. Spiro was part of the delivery of Tennis Australia's Get Your Racquet On campaign, prior to the interruption of COVID19. The Get Your Racquet On campaign was designed to bring people back to the sport of tennis by encouraging them to book an Open Court Session, a social activity that just happens to involve… tennis! For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-i…-tennis-club/

Steve is joined by Fiona Walker, president and junior coordinator of the Riddells Creek Tennis Club. Riddells Creek introduced the Tennis 4 Teens program prior to the interruption of COVID, and Fiona has some wonderful insights to share on the benefits of Doing Sport Differently. The conversation centres around the importance of creating a FUN experience for teens in a bid to attract and retain adolescent participants. Tennis 4 Teens is a program - designed by teens, for teens - that encourages youths between the ages of 12 and 17 to be active in a social environment. The program is a non-competitive, stress-free, fun and social program, that offers participants activities both on and off court. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-i…-tennis-club/

Steve is joined by Felicity and Josh from Leisure Networks, who are both involved in the Power2Pedal program. Power2Pedal was created as a direct response to a survey circulated by Cycling Victoria - in which families expressed a desire for their children to have more opportunities to learn how to ride, get out into the community, socialise with people and be physically active. Leisure Networks listened to that feedback and co-designed a brilliant program to help overcome the specific barriers of children and teens living with autism. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-i…edal-program/

Steve is joined by Marion Butler who helped start the 'Girls At Bat' program in conjunction with members from the Alfredton Baseball Club. This program was a huge success at getting more girls and women involved in Baseball. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-marion-butler-alfredton-baseball-club-girls-at-bat

Steve is joined by Helen Dorning from Dragons Abreast, an international breast cancer awareness DragonBoat organisation! Dragons Abreast have helped increased female participation in this sport, as well as raising awareness about breast cancer. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-i…ast-ballarat/

Steve is joined by Denis Day and Anthony Wilson from Point Lonsdale Tennis Club, who implemented the Tennis 4 Teens program. We discuss the benefits of this program, how easy it was to implement, how well it engaged younger members, and why other Tennis clubs should partake! For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-denis-day-and-anthony-wilson-tennis-4-teens-at-point-lonsdale-tennis-club/

Steve is joined by Dr Karen Block from the University of Melbourne and Naz Asim from the Northern Badminton Club to talk about the "Count Me In" research project which explored the best ways to overcome the barriers to sports participation for young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-naz-asim-and-dr-karen-block-northern-badminton-club-and-the-university-of-melbourne/

Steve is joined by Lynda Madams from the Melbourne Frontrunners. This international LGBTQIA+ walking/running organisation empowers and encourages anyone to get involved in any capacity, whether it's for a social walk, or a competitive run! For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-i…frontrunners/

Steve is joined by Ryan Storr from Proud2Play and Deborah Jones from Archery Victoria and Hamilton Archers. Proud2Play in partnership with South West Sport and supported by VicHealth, have developed e-learning resources to empower sports clubs to better support LGBTI+ inclusion. Deborah Jones was involved with the early phase of testing for the Proud2Play resources from a club and peak body perspective, and has invaluable first-hand implementation experience. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-i…ery-victoria/

Steve is joined by Craig from the Port Melbourne Bowling Club to discuss the Bowls and Bubs program. This program aims to engage young parents in the sport by creating and fostering a family-friendly environment, and host events for the kids as well! For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-craig-morris-port-melbourne-bowling-club/

Steve is joined by Miranda Wilson from the Leongatha Gymnastics Club, who shares how their club modified their programs to create a range of all abilities programs. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-miranda-wilson-leongatha-gymnastics-club/

Steve is joined by Ryan Evans, President of the Boisdale/Briagolong Football Netball Club, and Michelle Harris, Senior Sports Consultant at Gippsport, to talk about how this amazing club not only started a womens football team, but how they ensured the new team was genuinely included in the club as equals from the beginning. This is a wonderful example of how a club can successfully introduce a whole new group of participants into their club, and what it means to be truly inclusive. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-ryan-evans-and-michelle-harris-boisdale-briagolong-football-netball-club/

Steve is joined by Richelle Olsen from ‘Escaping Your Comfort Zone’ who will discuss how she created a body positive environment to help women and non-binary people to step outside their comfort zone and explore the outdoors. The program supports and nurtures women and non-binary folks to be the best version of themselves! For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-richelle-olsen-escaping-your-comfort-zone/

Steve is joined by Diamond Valley Roller Derby Club secretary, Steph "Cruncheva" and Samantha "Hellz Yeah!" to explore how this unique sport creates such a strong community and introduces participants so effectively, many of whom often have never roller skated previously. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-hellz-yeah-and-cruncheva-diamond-valley-roller-derby-club/

Steve is joined by Shasta O'Loughlin from the 13th Beach Boardriders to talk about how the club has created more surfing opportunities for women in their community. A great conversation that proves that just because a group aren't participating, it doesn't mean they don't want to. Shasta talks about how they made surfing accessible and possible for all women, and how they overcame the fears of many that the surf is an intimidating and scary place. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-shasta-oloughlin-13th-beach-boardriders/

Steve is joined by Kate Haberfield from the Warrnambool Triathlon Club to discuss how their club introduced the 'Couch to Coast' programs for all-abilities, and women's only non-competitive triathlon. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-chris-wall-frankston-stingrays-hockey-club/

Steve is joined by Dr Rochelle Eime to discuss the massive increase in demand for social sport and what this means for our community sports clubs. In this discussion we will look at how clubs retain their current members and how they may need to change to attract future members. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-chris-wall-frankston-stingrays-hockey-club/

Steve is joined by Chris Wall from the Frankston Stingrays Hockey Club, who shares how he introduced two socially modified hockey programs to engage both active and less-active participants. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-chris-wall-frankston-stingrays-hockey-club/

Steve is joined by Dr. Erica Randle, Centre for Sport and Social Impact, La Trobe University, who will share the stories and research behind the “Doing Sport Differently” principles. Dr. Randle’s research was a key driver of the development of the six principles of doing sport differently and this episode will explore how clubs and sports can use these principles to engage with people not currently participating in sport. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/an-interview-with-dr-erica-randle-centre-for-sport-and-social-impact-la-trobe-university/

Simone Wearne is the High Performance Manager at Softball Australia and spent six years as the Team Manager (head coach) of the Australian Women's National Baseball Team, and is also an inductee of the Australian Baseball Hall of Fame (the youngest to join in 2012 and the first female inductee). Simone has also held the role of president at the Springvale Lions Baseball Club, in Melbourne's south-east, for more than 10 years! On today's episode, Simone talks us through what your club can take from elite sport and bring to just about any level, and much more.   You can find Simone on Twitter or LinkedIn. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/202007   Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

Sam Duncan is the course leader at Holmesglen - heading up the Sports Media and Sports Business Bachelor degrees. Sam has worked, and continues to moonlight, within the media industry for many years. Sam also has a PHD Sport, Media, Society and Culture. This episode, Sam takes us on a journey to understand how your club can benefit from working with students with an expanding and wide variety of skillsets, to enhance your club.   You can learn more about Sam Duncan on his website | www.samduncan.org Or to contact Holmesglen, head to | www.holmesglen.edu.au   For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/202006   Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

Brett Flavell is the coordinator of community projects for the City of Greater Bendigo Council in regional Victoria. Brett joined us to talk about what you can do to improve the likelihood of your club getting the facility upgrades your club needs. For additional information regarding this episode, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/202005   Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

Ebony Matthews is a long-time administrator and life member of the Beaconsfield Netball Club in Victoria's South East. This episode is all about that life members group, and just how amazing they are! We speak to Ebony about all the fundraising events they conduct, and how they have forged a group that potentially has better fundraising than many sports clubs out there! Some of the key talking points explored: Finding pathways for people who want to continue to contribute long after their active time at a club has ended. The vast array of well thought out fundraising events the life members group have developed. Creating events that are annual and that community members look forward to well ahead of time. Finding events that require minimal output from members or organise and/or run. The importance of social inclusion, welfare and fun. Benefits and importance of formal structures for groups like this. For additional information regarding this episode, including the interview transcript, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/202004   Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

Jenny Rose has recently finished a stint as a radio announcer and DJ with the ACE Radio Network in regional Victoria, and was formally in charge of communications at Sports Community. In this episode, we explore how to get your club exposure through local media networks. Some of the key talking points explored: Understanding the other side of the radio - what's important to the producers/announcers. There's a constant drive for content within local radio, print and TV stations. The importance of forming relationships with local media. Stories - not just scores. Your club is full of stories that the broader community is interested in, outside of who won on the weekend. Getting on the front foot, don't wait for them to come to you.   For additional information regarding this episode, including the interview transcript, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/202003   Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

The SportsLawyer himself joins us to discuss the importance of having a legal understanding of your position at your club among many other legal relating topics.   Paul Horvath heads up SportsLawyer as the principal solicitor. Paul has been involved in sports law for well over 10 years, has a Masters Degree in Sports Law from the University of Melbourne, and has been involved in a wide variety of cases that range from matters involving amatuer sports clubs to representing Mark Thompson during the Essendon Bombers suppliments case. SportsLawyer are Melbourne based expert sports lawyers, offering services in a wide variety of areas of sports law. Paul will join us on the Sports Community Podcast throughout the year to discuss a whole range of sport law related topics ranging from committee responsibilities, child safety, tribunal dealings, and many more! You can learn more about what Paul Horvath and SportsLawyer can help with on their website: SportsLawyer.com.au SportsLawyer on Facebook SportsLawyer on Twitter Paul Horvath on LinkedIn   For additional information regarding this episode, including the interview transcript, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/202002     Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

Jason Dooley joins us to discuss the things you need to know about running a big-money raffle for your sports club. Through 2018 and 2019, the Hepburn Football Netball Club (F.N.C.) went about raffling a very special Kenworth Legend 900 truck alongside a host of other prizes. The raffle sold 1,000 tickets and was a huge success, but as Jason explains in this episode, it's not as easy as buying a truck and watching the tickets fly out the door! You can learn more about Hepburn F.N.C. on their website | http://hepburnburras.com | or their facebook | https://www.facebook.com/HepburnBurrasFnc  For additional information regarding this episode, including the interview transcript, head to: https://sportscommunity.com.au/podcasts/202001   Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

In this week's episode, Steve talks to Nicky Western who has the unique position of Sports Participation Officer at Upper Hunter Shire Council. A Duathalon champion Nicky tells us about the participation and fundraising programs she has been involved with.

In this week's episode Joe speaks with Soo Lin and Sarah from the Centre for Multicultural Youth on how they are helping kids from diverse cultural backgrounds participate in community sport.

In this week's podcast Steve chats with Brian Lucas, president of Sorrento Bowling club on the importance and process of strategic planning for clubs.

In this week's episode Steve speaks with Simon Dodd. Associate Director, Engagement (Skill & Knowledge Leader) at Orygen - The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health Simon Dodd is the Associate Director, Engagement within the Skills & Knowledge Division at Orygen. He has worked with the organisation since 1997 in clinical, teaching and leadership roles. Simon has a particular interest in engagement and early intervention with young people with emerging psychosis. He has more than 25 years of experience in adult and youth mental health clinical settings as a psychiatric nurse in Australia and the United Kingdom. Simon has been an Honorary Fellow of the Department of Psychiatry and a Clinical Fellow of the Department of Post-Graduate Nursing at The University of Melbourne. Most recently, he has been co-editor of Australian Clinical Guidelines for Early Psychosis, 2nd edition.

In this week's episode Steve is joined by Meaghan Densley, the Commodore of Frankston Yacht Club and GM of Cheltenham Golf Club

In this week's episode - Joe and Steve speak with Brooke Mezzetta about the programs Moreland City Council have adopted to increase female participation in sport.

In this week's episode Joe and Steve talk about Risk Management at clubs and speak with Myles Harris, Vice Prez of the Melbourne Mustangs Ice Hockey team and also Founder and MD of Petrol Digital where he lives and breathes social media with his clients.

In this week's episode Steve talks to Heather Callahan - Team Leader, Recreation and Facilities at Cardinia Shire about how her team works with local clubs.

In this week's episode, Joe and Steve talk to CEO of CareMonkey - Troy Westley. CareMonkey is the social app for sharing personal care instructions and emergency details with family, friends, teachers or any other trusted advisor. A great app for sports clubs. 

In this week's episode, Steve speaks to Vicki Saunders from The Sponsorship Consultants on her book "How to OBTAIN, MAINTAIN and RETAIN valuable sponsorship"

In this weeks episode, Joe and Steve are joined by Grant Cummin, CEO of Ski Racing Australia to talk major events like the Southern 80.

In this weeks episode, Joe and Steve speak with Scarlett O'Sulllivan from Netball Vic about the exciting new program "Rock up Netball".

In this week's podcast, Steve and Joe talk with Alison Lyons, Development Manager at Gymnastics Victoria about their exciting new program to get people back into Gymnastics called 'Move My Way'