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Episode 31 - Professionalisation of Youth Sport

Beyond the ClubApr 23, 2024

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Episode 31 - Professionalisation of Youth Sport

Episode 31 - Professionalisation of Youth Sport

In this episode of Beyond the Club. Dr Sam Elliott and Ben Hook talk over the topic of Professionalisation of Sport, stay tuned for the fast four.


Club of the day: Port Adelaide Cricket Club


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:53) Leukemia Foundation Ad

(00:53)-(01:59) Introduction

(01:59)-(05:04) Club of the Day

(05:04)-(09:05) New Topic; Samalysis

(09:05)-(18:23) Professionalisation of Youth Sport

(18:23)-(19:06) Sammy D Ad

(19:06)-(27:46) Sam's likes and Dislikes

(27:46)-(28:36) Good Sports Ad

(28:36)-(33:16) Fast Four

(33:16)-(34:33) Outro



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Apr 23, 202434:33
Episode 30 - A Motivational Climate

Episode 30 - A Motivational Climate

This week, Professor Richard Keegan from the University of Canberra joins hosts Sam Elliott and Ben Hook to develop the perfect motivational climate. Listen now and elevate your leadership skills today!


Club of the day: Western Districts Football Club


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:12) Intro

(01:12)-(02:33) Club of the Day

(02:33)-(14:52) Understanding Motivation and Climate in Sports Coaching

(14:52)-(15:22) Sammy D Ad

(15:22)-(28:01) Creating Motivational Climates in Sports

(28:01)-(28:43) Good Sports Ad

(28:43)-(39:34) Fast Four

(39:34)-(40:30) Outro


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Dec 27, 202340:30
Episode 29 - Concussion in Sports
Dec 27, 202335:27
Episode 28 - Women's FIFA World Cup: Empowering Community Sport

Episode 28 - Women's FIFA World Cup: Empowering Community Sport

This week hosts Sam Elliott and Ben Hook join two distinguished guests, Kimberley Conte and Michael Carter, key influencers driving Football SA.

As we eagerly anticipate the Women's FIFA World Cup, delve into their insights on empowering women and girls through legacy programs, bolstering infrastructure, fostering leadership roles, and promoting sustainable clubs.


Clubs of the day:

https://www.adelaiderowingclub.com.au/


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Timestamps:

(00:00)-(04:54) Intro & Commonwealth Games Reaction

(04:54)-(06:22) Club of the Day

(06:22)-(18:53) Introduction to Women's World Cup

(18:53)-(19:30) Good Sports Ad

(19:30)-(26:34) Involvement of Clubs

(26:34)-(27:08) Sammy D Ad

(27:08)-(33:23) Fast Four Wrap Up

(33:23)-(34:16) Outro


#BeyondTheClub #AthletePerformance #youthsport #youthathlete #communitysport #funinsport #womensfootball #empoweringwomen #womensworldcup

Dec 27, 202334:17
Episode 27 - Talent Identification & Development

Episode 27 - Talent Identification & Development

In this week's episode hosts Sam Elliott and Ben Hook are joined by Dr. Kym Williams to discuss talent identification and development.

Explore the fascinating world of identifying and nurturing talent in team sports. This episode promises to be a game-changer for sporting club coaches, fathers, mothers, and anyone involved in team sports. Realise the power of fundamental movement. Delve into the workings of testing for development. Understand the key features of testing and the best practices involved.

In this episode Dr. Kym Williams brings his extensive knowledge and experience to the table, shedding light on the bigger picture.


Book:

The Tyranny of Talent: How it compels and limits athletic achievement and why you should ignore it by Joseph Baker


Clubs of the day:

https://www.facebook.com/BurnsideHockeyClub/

https://www.facebook.com/AdelaideThunderbirds/


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flinders.edu.au/shape


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#BeyondTheClub #AthletePerformance #youthsport #youthathlete #communitysport #funinsport Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:31) Intro

(01:31)-(04:46) Club of the Day

(04:46)-(23:58) Introduction to Talent Identification

(23:58)-(24:41) Good Sports Ad

(24:41)-(46:53) Psychological Attributes and Testing

(46:53)-(47:24) Sammy D Ad

(47:24)-(54:20) Fast Four Takeaways

(54:20)-(55:29) Outro

Dec 27, 202355:29
Episode 26 - Megatrends in Sport

Episode 26 - Megatrends in Sport

Join Sam and Ben as they identify six megatrends that are shaping the sporting landscape. These are:

  • Escalate the Exercise: New Pathways to Sport

Encouraging sport participation through exercise and involving family members.

  • New Horizons: Science and Technology Changing the Game

Integrating technology to enhance sports products and experiences.

  • The Next Arena: The Rise of Entertainment Sports

Embracing adventure sports and alternative activities in sports communities.

  • Mind the Gap: Bring Australia Together Across Divides

Closing the gap in sport participation across generations and society.

  • Our Best Sporting Side: Safe, Sustainable, and Inclusive for All

Prioritizing safety, inclusivity, and sustainability in sports.

  • The Perfect Pivot: Adapting in an Uncertain World

Cultivating adaptability in sporting communities to navigate change.

Sam and Ben provide valuable insights into these trends, offering a glimpse into the evolving sporting landscape.


Read the article: The Future of Australian

Club of the day: Somerton Bowling Club Seagulls

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Timestamps:

(00:00)-(01:28) Intro

(01:28)-(03:01) Club of the Day

(03:01)-(03:31) Sammy D Ad

(03:31)-(08:37) Escalate the Exercise

(08:37)-(11:11) New Horizons

(11:11)-(15:06) The Next Arena

(15:06)-(15:49) Good Sports Ad

(15:49)-(20:36) Mind the Gap

(20:36)-(23:31) The Perfect Pivot

(23:31)-(25:11) Wrap up

(25:11)-(26:01) Outro

Dec 27, 202326:02
Episode 32 - Parenting and Sport

Episode 32 - Parenting and Sport

Keynote speaker, Professor Camilla Knight joins Sam and Ben as the National Youth Sport Conference 2023 day 2 arrives! Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:00) Intro

(01:00)-(02:25) Club of the Day

(02:25)-(21:33) Parenting Challenges in Youth Sports

(21:33)-(22:16) Good Sports Ad

(22:16)-(38:20) Empowering Parental Engagement

(38:20)-(38:54) Sammy D Ad

(38:54)-(41:09) Fast Four

(41:09)-(42:05) Outro

Nov 16, 202342:05
Episode 31 - Coach Leadership in Sports
Nov 16, 202345:12
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 10

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 10

Join Dr. Sam Elliott and Ben Hook as they unlock the secrets of fun in youth sports. Based on Amanda Visek's ground-breaking research, this week we explore:

Chapters:

(00:00)-(00:31) Intro

(00:31)-(03:10) Copying moves and tricks that professional athletes do

(03:10)-(07:00) A coach who knows a lot about the sport

(07:00)-(10:08) Playing in tournaments

(10:08)-(14:38) Playing well during a game

(14:38)-(15:56) Carpooling with teammates to practice and games

(15:56)-(16:31) Outro


Elevate your sports experience today!


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Sep 05, 202316:31
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 9

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 9

Join hosts Dr Sam Elliott and Ben Hook for an inside look at what makes youth sports thrilling. Based on Amanda Visek's game-changing research, we discuss the 81 determinants of fun.

This week, join us as we explore the joys of playing on quality fields, the power of partner and small group drills, the art of setting and achieving goals, the impact of respectful coaching, and the transformative experiences of sports camps. Tune in to enhance your sports journey today!


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Chapters:

(00:00)-(00:55) Intro

(00:55)-(02:15) Playing on a Nice Field

(02:15)-(03:32) Partner and Small Group Drills

(03:32)-(06:34) Setting and Achieving Goals

(06:34)-(09:22) When a Coach Treats Players With Respect

(09:22)-(12:24) Going to Sports Camp

(12:24)-(13:07) Outro


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Aug 08, 202313:08
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 8
Jun 13, 202311:46
Episode 25 - Self-Compassion & Well-being
May 30, 202341:25
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 7
May 16, 202310:16
Episode 24 - Preschool aged children and competitive sport
May 02, 202341:28
Episode 23 - Sport and the menstrual cycle
Apr 18, 202346:35
Episode 22 - Motivation in Sport

Episode 22 - Motivation in Sport

This week on the podcast, Sam talks through some of the latest research around motivation in sport. This is paired with personal anecdotes and advice from our special guest, Nicole Calder. She joins Sam and Ben to talk through her sporting journey and soccer career. Nicole has been playing soccer for the majority of her life, she travelled to the US on a soccer scholarship to do her university studies, before eventually moving back to Adelaide, now playing and coaching at Salisbury Inters. 

Her career has not been without injury and other challenges and on this week's episode she shares her wealth of knowledge and experience about her motivation through the years as a player and how important it is to understand the motivation of her players as a coach.


Club of the day:

Glenelg Cricket Club

http://www.gdcc.net.au/womens-cricket.html


Find Nicole here:

https://www.nicolecalder.com


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Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(02:06) Intro

(02:06)-(05:19) Club of the Day

(05:19)-(24:45) Unyielding Motivation in Soccer and Beyond

(24:45)-(25:16) Sammy D Ad

(25:16)-(40:54) Challenges, Motivation, and the Impact of Environment

(40:54)-(41:37) Good Sports Ad

(41:37)-(1:02:29) Fast Four

(1:02:29)-(1:03:34) Outro

Apr 04, 202301:03:35
Episode 21 - Mental Toughness & Resilience
Mar 21, 202345:49
Episode 20 - Top free apps for sporting clubs

Episode 20 - Top free apps for sporting clubs

This week on Beyond The Club Sam and Ben discuss free apps and websites which can help you and your sports club!

We have put together a list of apps or websites to help you create tournament fixtures, design posters, newsletters and websites, write text and captions, as well as apps for assistance with general organisation to use within your club. 

Buffer

https://apps.apple.com/au/app/buffer-social-media-composer/id1474298973?mt=12

Trello

https://apps.apple.com/au/app/trello/id1278508951?mt=12

Photoroom

https://www.photoroom.com

Canva

https://apps.apple.com/au/app/canva-design-photo-video/id897446215

Otter.ai

https://otter.ai

Wix

https://www.wix.com

Grammarly

https://apps.apple.com/au/app/grammarly-writing-app/id1462114288?mt=12

Copy.ai

https://www.copy.ai

JasperAi

https://www.jasper.ai

Writesonic

https://writesonic.com/?via=rview&fp_sid=default1

Similarweb

https://www.similarweb.com

Tournify

https://www.tournifyapp.com


Club of the day:

Crystal Brook Golf Club

https://www.facebook.com/crystalbrookgolfclub


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Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:57) Intro

(00:57)-(03:35) Club of the Day

(03:35)-(04:16) Good Sports Ad

(04:16)-(13:41) Essential Apps for Community Sports Clubs

(13:41)-(14:13) Sammy D Ad

(14:13)-(15:20) Outro

Mar 07, 202315:20
Episode 19 - Abuse in Sport
Feb 21, 202356:28
Episode 18 - 12 tips for life as a sport parent

Episode 18 - 12 tips for life as a sport parent

Today Dr Sam Elliott and Ben Hook are joined by Bronwyn Klei, CEO of Netball Australia and the Adelaide Thunderbirds. 

This episode covers 12 tips for parents that have children participating in sport. From reading the car ride home, making sport fun, balancing between being a parent and being a coach, as well as adapting your involvement over time. 



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Bronwyn Klei https://twitter.com/bronwynklei 


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(02:23) Intro

(02:23)-(07:12) Club of the Day

(07:12)-(22:32) Netball Insights, Achievements, and Parenting

(22:32)-(23:00) Sammy D Ad

(23:00)-(37:37) Juggling Roles in Junior Sports

(37:37)-(38:20) Good Sports Ad

(38:20)-(50:54) Parenting Rules for the Sporting Journey

(50:54)-(53:15) Fast Four

(53:15)-(54:11) Outro

Feb 07, 202354:11
Bonus Episode: Minister Katrine Hildyard
Jan 24, 202330:49
Best of 2022

Best of 2022

We’re starting the year with a catch up of the best from 2022!

Thanks for your support in Season 1! We look forward to having you back in 2023 as the Beyond the Club community continues to grow.

In Season 1 we produced 17 episodes of the podcast, in addition to six episodes on the determinants of 'FUN' in Sport.

Sam and Ben got together and selected these highlights from Season 1.

  • Craig Scott from Goodwood Saints Football Club talking about what clubs should focus on for long-term success in Episode 5.
  • Sam Elliott talking about parental involvement in sport in Episode 9.
  • Deb Agnew shares her research looking at athletes who are transitioning out of sport in Episode 7.
  • Murray Drummond shares the latest research on girls and young women in sport in Episode 12.
  • Catherine Litchfield discusses the intersection between injury and social support for female athletes in Episode 10.
  • Shane Pill discusses the benefit of coach developers in Episode 3

Be sure to stay tuned as we’ll be kicking off Season 2 next week with a very special guest!


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:48) Intro

(00:48)-(04:29) Craig Scott

(04:29)-(08:26) Sam Elliott

(08:26)-(08:59) Sammy D Ad

(08:59)-(13:11) Deb Agnew

(13:11)-(19:00) Murray Drummond

(19:00)-(19:43) Good Sports Ad

(19:43)-(23:31) Catherine Lichfield

(23:31)-(24:47) Shane Pill

(24:47)-(25:18) Outro


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Sam Elliott https://twitter.com/Sam_ElliottFU

Murray Drummond https://twitter.com/MurrayDrummond4

Catherine Litchfield https://twitter.com/CatherineLitch4

Shane Pill https://twitter.com/pilly66

Jan 17, 202325:19
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 6

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 6

Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott are back for another bonus episode about FUN in youth sport. In this episode, Sam explains why playing rough, getting compliments from coaches, practicing with specialist coaches, having a group of friends outside of school, and end of season social events are source of FUN for children. Based on the work of Amanda Visek, this sixth instalment is not to be missed.

A short and sharp episode for all parents, coaches and clubs.

Mentioned papers: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4201634/


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:21) Intro

(01:21)-(04:48) Playing rough

(04:48)-(08:12) Getting compliments from coaches

(08:12)-(11:07) Practicing with specialty trainers and coaches

(11:07)-(12:18) Having a group of friends outside of school

(12:18)-(14:18) End of season team party

(14:18)-(15:46) Outro

Aug 24, 202215:46
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 5

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 5

Join Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott in this bonus episode on the topic of fun. Ben and Sam dive into the next ‘5’ determinants of creating a fun experience for players in sport, based on the work of Amanda Visek. Sam unpacks why.

A short and sharp episode for all parents, coaches and clubs.


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:53) Intro

(00:53)-(03:52) Having people cheer at the game

(03:52)-(07:07) Playing against evenly matched teams

(07:07)-(08:37) Being around your friends

(08:37)-(11:48) Going out to eat as a team

(11:48)-(15:09) Wearing a special cool uniform

(15:09)-(16:26) Outro

Jul 27, 202216:27
Episode 17 - Making community sport safer: A conversation with Sally Underdown from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation

Episode 17 - Making community sport safer: A conversation with Sally Underdown from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation

Join Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott in conversation with Sally Underdown from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation. In this episode, Sally discusses the mission of the Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s Good Sports Program, explores the challenges for sporting clubs to change culture, and highlights opportunities to make your club safer.


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(02:32) Intro

(02:32)-(06:18) Club of the Day

(06:18)-(07:05) Good Sports Ad

(07:05)-(26:35) Good Sports Community Transformation

(26:35)-(27:23) Sammy D Ad

(27:23)-(29:22) Addressing Alcohol and Drug Challenges in Clubs

(29:22)-(33:53) Fast Four

(33:53)-(34:36) Outro

Jul 12, 202234:37
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 4

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 4

Join Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott in this bonus episode on the topic of fun. Ben and Sam dive into the next ‘5’ determinants of creating a fun experience for players in sport, based on the work of Amanda Visek. A short and sharp episode for all parents, coaches and clubs.

Mentioned papers: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4201634/


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:20) Intro

(00:20)-(02:43) Showing good sportsmanship

(02:43)-(04:42) Making a good play

(04:42)-(05:58) A coach who allows mistakes

(05:58)-(07:29) Learning new skills

(07:29)-(09:04) Good Sportsmanship with parents

(09:04)-(09:30) Outro

Jul 05, 202209:30
Episode 16 - Netball and the rise of AFLW: girls, parents and coaches speak
Jun 30, 202233:26
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 3

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 3

Join Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott in this bonus episode on the topic of fun. Ben and Sam dive into the next ‘5’ determinants of creating a fun experience for players in sport, based on the work of Amanda Visek. A short and sharp episode for all parents, coaches and clubs.


Mentioned papers: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4201634/ 


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:29) Intro

(00:29)-(01:17) Team ritual

(01:17)-(02:54) Getting your picture taken

(02:54)-(06:13) Winning

(06:13)-(08:00) Getting along with teammates

(08:00)-(09:09) Variety

(09:09)-(09:31) Outro

Jun 21, 202209:32
Episode 15 - What makes Goodwood ‘good’? In conversation with Craig Scott

Episode 15 - What makes Goodwood ‘good’? In conversation with Craig Scott

Join Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott interview Craig Scott, president of the Goodwood Saints Football Club. In this episode, Craig describes how Goodwood have become a club at the forefront of best practice on and off the field, and what you can do to improve club operations and culture.


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:57) Intro

(00:57)-(02:40) Club of the Day

(02:40)-(03:21) Good Sports Ad

(03:21)-(29:31) Building a Stronger Community Club

(29:31)-(30:20) Sammy D Ad

(30:20)-(43:07) Fast Four

(43:07)-(44:08) Outro

Jun 08, 202244:08
Episode 14 - Developing relationship between parents and coaches

Episode 14 - Developing relationship between parents and coaches

In this episode, hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott are joined by emerging researcher and PhD student Kayleigh O’Donnell from Flinders University’s SHAPE Research Centre.  Kayleigh discusses the relationship between parents and coaches in sport and how important a good working relationship is to establish a positive and successful club environment. Kayleigh offers some great advice based on her PhD research on how to build and maintain a good relationship between parents, coaches, and the club by providing opportunities for both parents and coaches to grow and develop their relationships.

A must listen episode for parents, coaches and club administrator involved in community sport.


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:48) Intro

(00:48)-(01:56) Club of the Day

(01:56)-(02:42) Good Sports Ad

(02:42)-(17:09) Building Strong Relationships in Youth Sports

(17:09)-(17:53) Sammy D Ad

(17:53)-(29:12) Fast Four

(29:12)-(29:57) Outro

Jun 01, 202229:57
Episode 13 - Sleep, Mental Health and Retirement

Episode 13 - Sleep, Mental Health and Retirement

In this episode, host Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott are joined by emerging research and PhD student Ashley Montero from Flinders University.

In this episode, Ashley discusses the relationship between sleep, mental health, recovery and injury in sport. Ashley provides a great overview of the link between sleep and mental health for both current and retiring athletes. In addition, Ashley discusses how a lack of sleep can impact on your cognitive, psychological and physical performance in sport.

A must listen episode if you’re involved in sport!

Beyond the Club – bringing the latest research to community sport.


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:38) Intro

(01:38)-(03:31) Club of the Day

(03:31)-(08:34) Sleep, Mental Health, and Athletic Transition

(08:34)-(09:23) Sammy D Ad

(09:23)-(16:36) Unlocking the Secrets of Athlete Well-being

(16:36)-(17:09) Good Sports Ad

(17:09)-(23:00) Fast Four

(23:00)-(23:50) Outro

May 18, 202223:51
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 2

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 2

Join Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott in this bonus episode on the topic of fun. Ben and Sam dive into the next ‘5’ determinants of creating a fun experience for players in sport, based on the work of Amanda Visek. A short and sharp episode for all parents, coaches and clubs.

Paper mentioned: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4201634/


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:05) Intro

(01:05)-(02:00) Having the freedom to play creatively

(02:00)-(03:10) Meeting new people

(03:10)-(05:34) Keeping a positive attitude

(05:34)-(07:35) High fiving, fist bumping, hugging

(07:35)-(09:55) Having nice sports gear and equipment

(09:55)-(10:19) Outro

May 10, 202210:19
Episode 12 - Girls and Young Women in sport

Episode 12 - Girls and Young Women in sport

Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott are joined by Professor Murray Drummond, a researcher and director of the SHAPE Research centre at Flinders University. In this episode, Murray discusses all things relating to girls and young women’s involvement in youth sport. Importantly, four really important, evidence-informed tips are offered for sporting clubs, parents and coaches.

Research mentioned:

Open Access publication: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fspor.2021.803487/full#h3

Club of the day: Eagles Lacrosse Club


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:09) Intro

(01:09)-(03:59) Club of the Day

(03:59)-(14:08) Fostering Girls' Participation in Sport

(14:08)-(14:49) Good Sports Ad

(14:49)-(23:37) Empowering Girls in Sports

(23:37)-(24:19) Sammy D Ad

(24:19)-(33:16) Fast Four

(33:16)-(34:02) Outro

Apr 26, 202234:02
81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 1

81 determinants of fun in youth sport: Part 1

Join Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott in this bonus episode on the topic of fun. Ben and Sam dive into the first ‘5’ determinants of creating a fun experience for players in sport, based on the work of Amanda Visek. A short and sharp episode for all parents, coaches and clubs


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:49) Intro

(01:49)-(03:33) A coach who listens to players and takes their opinions into consideration

(03:33)-(06:01) Being supported by teammates

(06:01)-(09:22) Working hard

(09:22)-(11:59) Ball touches

(11:59)-(13:27) Getting playing time

(13:27)-(14:31) Outro

Apr 19, 202214:32
Episode 11 - Community sport as a site for violence prevention and education

Episode 11 - Community sport as a site for violence prevention and education

In this special episode, hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott are joined by Shannon Downling from the Sammy D Foundation.

In this episode, Shannon discusses the important work that Sammy D Foundation do with community sport clubs to prevent violence. In an honest, fun, yet candid fashion, Shannon offer all sporting clubs some really important practical tips to help young people develop the skills and capacity to prevent violence.

If your sporting club is looking to take the next step in developing good young people, this is a must listen to episode!

Beyond the Club - bringing the latest research to community sporting clubs


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(03:08) Intro

(03:08)-(06:27) Club of the Day

(06:27)-(12:35) The Impact of Sammy D

(12:35)-(13:09) Good Sports Ad

(13:09)-(25:47) Empowering Communities

(25:47)-(26:27) Sammy D Ad

(26:27)-(30:48) Fast Four

(30:48)-(31:55) Outro

Apr 13, 202231:55
Episode 10 - Women’s sport, injury and social support

Episode 10 - Women’s sport, injury and social support

In this episode, hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott are joined by emerging researcher and PhD student Catherine Litchfield from Flinders University’s SHAPE Research Centre.

In this episode, Catherine discusses the intersection between injury and social support for female athletes. Catherine offers some great advice based on her PhD research involving AFLW, SANFL and amateur level footballers.

This is a must listen to episode!

Beyond the Club - bringing the latest research to community sporting clubs


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:49) Intro

(00:49)-(03:37) Club of the Day

(03:37)-(09:52) Empathy on the Field

(09:52)-(10:32) Sammy D Ad

(10:32)-(19:46) The Challenges of Athlete Injury

(19:46)-(20:18) Good Sports Ad

(20:18)-(28:48) Fast Four

(28:48)-(29:32) Outro

Mar 30, 202229:32
Episode 9 - Parental involvement in youth sport

Episode 9 - Parental involvement in youth sport

In this episode, hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott discuss the hotly debated topic of parental involvement in youth sport. 

Sam discusses the major factors that influence parental involvement, stressors they encounter, relationships between parents and coaches, nature of their verbal comments, policy, impact on children and more!

Beyond the Club - bringing the latest research to community sporting clubs


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(00:50) Intro

(00:50)-(02:55) Club of the Day

(02:55)-(12:46) Parent Involvement in Youth Sports

(12:46)-(13:18) Good Sports Ad

(13:18)-(24:37) Managing Parental Stresses

(24:37)-(25:18) Sammy D Ad

(25:18)-(30:47) Fast Four

(30:47)-(31:26) Outro

Mar 15, 202231:27
Episode 8 - Rebuilding confidence in youth athletes

Episode 8 - Rebuilding confidence in youth athletes

In this week's episode, hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott dive into the research on the topic of sport confidence. Sam discusses different types of sport confidence and how it can be sourced. 

This is an important episode for coaches and parents of youth athletes who experience self-doubt or fluctuate in self-belief in sport.

Drawing on the work of Robin Vealey, Sam shares eight ideas for rebuilding self-confidence in young athletes.


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:37) Intro

(01:37)-(03:11) Club of the Day

(03:11)-(11:06) Unlocking Confidence

(11:06)-(11:54) Sammy D Ad

(11:54)-(27:21) Building Confidence

(27:21)-(27:53) Good Sports Ad

(27:53)-(34:53) Fast Four

(34:53)-(35:42) Outro

Mar 01, 202235:42
Episode 7 - Athlete transitions from sport and the struggle surrounding retirement
Feb 22, 202228:30
Episode 6 - Maximising participation and retention of girls in sport
Feb 15, 202235:41
Episode 5 - Being a talented youth athlete: Lessons for parents
Feb 08, 202224:49
Episode 4 - Mental health in sport

Episode 4 - Mental health in sport

Hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliot are joined by Murray Drummond, Professor in Sport Sociology, and director of the SHAPE Research Centre at Flinders University.

Murray discusses his latest research projects on mental health and community sport and provides five take away messages for clubs to do their bit in supporting members, players and the wider community.

Practical tips for administrators, committees, volunteers, parents and players are provided.

Beyond the Club - bringing the latest research to community sporting clubs. 


Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:24) Intro

(01:24)-(02:54) Club of the Day

(02:54)-(10:25) Tackling Mental Health in Sports Clubs

(10:25)-(10:59) Good Sports Ad

(10:59)-(21:36) Transforming Sporting Clubs

(21:36)-(22:18) Sammy D Ad

(22:18)-(31:38) Fast Four

(31:38)-(32:24) Outro

Feb 01, 202232:25
Episode 3 - Coach developers: what, why and how.
Jan 25, 202233:06
Episode 2 - Impact of COVID on youth sports

Episode 2 - Impact of COVID on youth sports

Hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott explore Sam’s published work on the impact of COVID-19 on youth sport in Australia and what we have learnt as we move forward.

Sam discusses the four ‘R’s: recognising struggle, reconnection, re-engagement, and reimagination and offers timely advice for sporting clubs and organisations to navigate their way through the global pandemic.

Practical tips for administrators, committees, volunteers, parents and players.

Beyond the Club - bringing the latest research to community sporting clubs


Sam's  research is published in an Open Access journal (free access): https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-021-10505-5

Time Stamps:

(00:00)-(01:56) Intro

(01:56)-(06:57) Navigating Setbacks

(06:57)-(07:39) Sammy D Ad

(07:39)-(13:43) Resilience and Reinvention

(13:43)-(14:15) Good Sports Ad

(14:15)-(21:52) Fast Four

(21:52)-(22:40) Outro

Jan 18, 202222:40
Episode 1 - The future of Sport in South Australia

Episode 1 - The future of Sport in South Australia

Hosts Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott explore Sam’s research-informed insights into what successful sporting clubs of the future will look like.

Sam discusses how ‘clubs of the future’ will prosper by knowing how to; attract and retain participants; develop partnerships inside and outside the club; develop programs that make a measurable impact and embrace technology.

Practical tips for administrators, committees, volunteers, parents and players.

Beyond the Club - bringing the latest research to community sporting clubs

Time stamps:

(00:00)-(02:28) Intro

(02:28)-(03:33) Club of the Day

(03:33)-(05:02) Communication Challenges

(05:02)-(08:07) Rethinking Club Methods

(08:07)-(08:56) Sammy D Ad

(08:56)-(19:47) Strategies for Success

(19:47)-(20:26) Good Sports Ad

(20:26)-(32:09) Fast Five

(32:09)-(32:57) Outro

Dec 15, 202132:58
Welcome to Beyond the Club

Welcome to Beyond the Club

Host Ben Hook and Dr Sam Elliott introduce the Beyond the Club Podcast - bringing the latest research to community sporting clubs.


Nov 26, 202102:56