The big win is when they give back
Some of the biggest wins in sport are not necessarily just those that come with the final whistle, but also those that come afterwards. When young people understand the wider...
Sweat, graft and toil
An ode to youth sport. Celebrating the unique ways in which youth sport contribute to young people’s lives. Ah, youth sport! A world of boundless energy, raw talent, and unbridled...
How sport can help with students’ wellbeing as they return to school?
We know the value of sport and physical activity is wide-ranging and, in times where lockdowns and alert level restrictions have thrown up challenges, it’s important for school principals, teachers and coordinators to remember these benefits and look forward to school sport...
Balance is Better at the heart of wellbeing
When it comes to community sport, 2020 certainly had its ups and downs, from a complete halt to scaling alert levels. Adversity though has taught us, if nothing else, that wellbeing...
The value of sport in challenging times
With the incredible ‘COVID-19’ upheaval’ of our world; what are we seeing and learning about the value of sport and physical activity? From the playfulness of ‘teddy bear hunts’, the novelty of...
COVID-19 and youth sport in New Zealand
The COVID-19 pandemic has widely and dramatically impacted all parts of society. As we continue to digest the shock that this pandemic is having on sport in New Zealand, it’s...
