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Big-name WA talent, community clubs headline 2024 WA Sport Awards Finalists |
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Finalists for the 2024 WA Sport Awards have been confirmed, with Olympic medallists, community clubs and a host of volunteers set to be honoured when awards are presented on Thursday 6 February 2025 at Optus Stadium.
With almost 200 nominations to be celebrated, SportWest CEO Troy Kirkham said the WA Sport Awards continue to illustrate the integral role of sport in the lives of West Australians.
“With the SportWest WA Sport Awards recognising so many unbelievable performances over the past year, we’re really excited to celebrate these achievements.
It’s such a unique occasion on the WA sporting calendar to have community clubs, volunteers and administrators all honoured together in one special night alongside our high performing athletes, teams, coaches and officials. The community plays such a vital role in the pathway to greatness, and the WA Sport Awards are an occasion where everyone comes together to celebrate the contributions and achievements at every level of sport," said Mr Kirkham.
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SportWest Christmas Office Closure |
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As the year draws to a close, the team at SportWest would like to wish all of our Members a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
The SportWest Office will be closed from Friday 20 December 2024, with the team returning on Monday 6 January 2025.
Please note that during this period there will be no Sportsview newsletter.
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Australian Sports Commission | Women’s Mentor Program |
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Applications are now open for the Australian Sports Commission Women's Mentor Program for community coaches and officials who identify as women. During this program, coaches and officials will be supported by the ASC team to develop and implement mentor programs, and drive gender equity and positive sport experiences for women and girls within their club or organisation.
The program provides an immersive experience focusing on equity, inclusion and cultural safety to provide greater access to sport. It’s about enabling, empowering and supporting women mentors, with the tools to influence positive change and navigate change management in their clubs or organisation.
All program participants will be required to nominate either a sponsor or peer support from their club or organisation. The peer support or sponsor will attend a series of virtual workshops to define and explore their role in driving gender equity.
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WA Triathlon | Supporting ADHD in Sport |
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With the support from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Triathlon WA have created a three-part online education series to help coaches and support staff build their understanding around supporting athletes with ADHD.
Held across January – March, these three sessions will explore what ADHD is and provide some much needed information for the sporting community to raise awareness and curiosity.
Session 1 - Monday 13 January- 5.30-6.30pm (AWST) | Understanding ADHD – this session will be facilitated by Fiona Alexander (from ADHD WA and REACH ADHD Coaching and Consulting) on understanding what ADHD is, how it might present for different people and how we can support neurodiverse athletes or people in our lives. Register Here.
Session 2 - Monday 10 February – 5.30-6.30pm (AWST) | Filling the gaps with ADHD Coach Meghann Birks. Meghan will speak to the challenges of ADHD in sport especially. Register Here.
Session 3 - Monday 10 March– 5.30-6.30pm (AWST) | Lived Experience –This story telling session where athletes, coaches and parents share stories of the impact ADHD had on their sporting journey to spark curiosity around how different coaching practices might help or hinder progression, or what support considerations might be useful to consider in your training environment. Register Here.
For any session enquiries, please reach out to Athlete and Coach Development Manager, Janine Kaye via email at Janine.kaye@wa.triathlon.org,au
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United Cup Ticket offer for SportWest Member |
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The United Cup is bringing world-class TENNIS to RAC Arena from 27 December to 1 January.
Leading Group A, the United States, featuring Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz, are set to light up the court. Greece, with Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari, head Group C, while defending champions Germany, led by Alexander Zverev and Laura Siegemund, will compete in Group E, alongside China and Brazil.
As a SportWest Member you have exclusive access to $10 off any group stage session. Don’t miss the thrilling action as these stars battle for national glory. Secure your spot today!
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Self-Care over the Christmas Break |
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As school holidays begin and we come into the closure period, it’s important we take a minute to acknowledge that for some, the Christmas and New Years period can also be a time of high stress.
We encourage all members of the WA sporting community to remain vigilant with self-care and keep an eye on the mental health and wellbeing of family and friends around you. Some tips to stay safe and maintain wellbeing during this period are below:
- Don’t overspend – your presence is more important than your presents!
- Conscious consumption of alcohol – count your drinks, use this free drink checker tool
- Don’t drink and drive – take a look at some other safe tips when on our roads this Christmas
- Talk to a mate – check in on your friends and family who might be doing it tough
- Use the EAP/VAP service – don’t wait until you’re overwhelmed, chat to our friendly counselling team today! Details on the True Sport EAP/VAP program and how to access it for eligible organisations can be found here.
Stay safe and don’t forget your mental health and wellbeing this break! |
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