South West Sport

The South West Sport Clubroom

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South West Sport is the regional sports assembly supporting communities across the South West of Victoria. As a leading organisation in the sport and recreation sector, we work alongside local clubs, leagues, and associations to provide guidance, resources, and practical support that help build strong, sustainable sporting organisations. Founded in 1985, South West Sport is one of nine Regional Sports Assemblies in Victoria. We collaborate closely with the sports sector, local government, and community organisations to strengthen the capacity of community sport, create participation opportunit...

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Selection, Rejection & Setbacks: Helping Young Athletes Bounce Back 28.06.2026 39:11

In episode five of our six-part junior sport series, we once again welcome registered sports psychologist Joel Curtis from Endeavour Wellness to discuss one of the toughest realities of sport — dealing with disappointment. Whether it's missing out on a representative team, not being selected for a finals side, suffering an injury, or simply experiencing a setback, every young athlete will face cha...

When Kids Want to Quit Sport – Burnout, Dropout & Motivation 16.06.2026 47:54

In episode four of our six-part junior sport series, we once again sit down registered sports psychologist Joel Curtis from Endeavour Wellness to discuss a challenge facing clubs right across Australia — why young people are walking away from sport. While sport has the power to build confidence, friendships and lifelong memories, many young athletes lose their passion for the game during their tee...

Confidence Isn’t Talent 26.05.2026 43:08

In episode three of our six-part junior sport series, we sit down once again with registered sports psychologist Joel Curtis from Endeavour Wellness to explore one of the biggest factors in a young athlete’s sporting journey — confidence. Is confidence something kids are simply born with, or is it shaped by the environments around them? From coaches and parents to teammates, social media and perfo...

The Parent Sideline Effect – Helping, Hurting, or Overdoing It? 08.05.2026 30:55

In this episode, we’re joined again by registered sports psychologist Joel Curtis from Endeavour Wellness to explore the powerful role parents play in junior sport. From the sidelines to the car ride home, parents can have a lasting impact on how kids experience sport—shaping their confidence, enjoyment, and long-term involvement. Joel unpacks what supportive behaviour really looks like, the commo...

Pressure at 14: Why Kids Feel Like They Have to Be Stars 24.04.2026 45:19

In our first ever episode, we sit down with registered sports psychologist Joel Curtis from Endeavour Wellness to unpack one of the biggest challenges in junior sport right now—pressure. From selection stress and sideline expectations to the growing influence of social media and early talent pathways, Joel shares what’s really going on inside the minds of young athletes. We explore where this pres...