The benefits of community sport
Why sport matters Sport and physical activity help people stay active and feel better. At a community level, they bring people together and build a sense of belonging. It’s more than...
Are we doing our kids a disservice if they don’t play sports?
Sport can help young people learn new skills, connect and build confidence. But when it becomes too serious too soon, it can create pressure, burnout and drop‑out. That’s why the...
“Sport gave me a place to belong”
Paralympian Holly Robinson shares how sport gave her confidence, connection and a sense of belonging. Growing up in Hokitika on the rugged West Coast, Holly Robinson was always outdoors –...
Research: The real value of coaches
The value of a coach goes beyond the field The impact of a coach is felt far beyond the sport skills they demonstrate – they also help to improve the health...
Research: Wellbeing benefits of a balanced approach to sport
Variety brings better benefits We know through the Balance is Better approach, that quality sport experiences can offer wellbeing benefits for young people above and beyond just moving their bodies....
Multi-sport upbringing sets foundation for good physical activity habits later in life
New Canadian research has found multi-sport participation may act as a protective factor against non-participation in sport and physical activity later in life. The Monitoring Activities of Teenagers to Comprehend...
The Unique Wellbeing Benefits of Organised Sport
A recently published New Zealand study has found that participation in organised sport provides wellbeing benefits to young people, above and beyond the benefits derived from other recreational physical activities. ...
The big win is building bonds for life
For young people, the big wins in sport aren’t just on the scoreboard. Sport is a great way for rangatahi to nurture their sense of belonging and develop important social...
The big win is seeing their skills develop
Winning gives us a huge buzz, but it’s important to think about what winning actually is. In sport, winning is a lot more than just what’s on the scoreboard. Sport...
