The South West Sport Clubroom Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-south-west-sport-clubroom 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 opportunities, and champion inclusion — helping communities become healthier, more active, and connected through sport and recreation. Copyright 2026 South West Sport 4fedf4b9-d487-5933-8ab0-5c4574c7acd4 yes en Tue, 26 May 2026 13:24:22 +1000 Tue, 26 May 2026 13:25:17 +1000 https://img.transistorcdn.com/xGluAZM7cHg7Glh5x0vRxBdpB2c2tvwc9yMRJWa7Sxg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xYzUx/MTUxYTY3NWExODQ5/ZmZmMjE5ZmEyMmI0/MTRlNC5wbmc.jpg The South West Sport Clubroom episodic South West Sport 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 opportunities, and champion inclusion — helping communities become healthier, more active, and connected through sport and recreation. South West Sport is the regional sports assembly supporting communities across the South West of Victoria. sport, south west, victoria, education, clubs, community South West Sport No No Confidence Isn’t Talent 3 3 Confidence Isn’t Talent full 32bf584b-1439-483e-9870-2b87de19a947 https://share.transistor.fm/s/051a6964 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 performance expectations, we unpack the many factors that influence how young athletes see themselves both on and off the field.

Joel shares practical insights into how confidence is built, why resilience matters just as much as talent, and how adults involved in local sport can help create environments where kids feel supported to learn, grow and enjoy the game.

This is a valuable conversation for parents, coaches, volunteers and young athletes alike, focused on helping kids build healthy self-belief and positive lifelong connections to sport.

]]> 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 performance expectations, we unpack the many factors that influence how young athletes see themselves both on and off the field.

Joel shares practical insights into how confidence is built, why resilience matters just as much as talent, and how adults involved in local sport can help create environments where kids feel supported to learn, grow and enjoy the game.

This is a valuable conversation for parents, coaches, volunteers and young athletes alike, focused on helping kids build healthy self-belief and positive lifelong connections to sport.

]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 13:23:56 +1000 South West Sport South West Sport 2588 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 performance expectations, we unpack the many factors that influence how young athletes see themselves both on and off the field.

Joel shares practical insights into how confidence is built, why resilience matters just as much as talent, and how adults involved in local sport can help create environments where kids feel supported to learn, grow and enjoy the game.

This is a valuable conversation for parents, coaches, volunteers and young athletes alike, focused on helping kids build healthy self-belief and positive lifelong connections to sport.

]]> sport, south west, victoria, education, clubs, community No The Parent Sideline Effect – Helping, Hurting, or Overdoing It? 2 2 The Parent Sideline Effect – Helping, Hurting, or Overdoing It? full ba6f58a5-2fb5-443f-b2e6-78c05f4f905e https://share.transistor.fm/s/062c1210 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 common traps many well-meaning parents fall into, and how small changes can make a big difference.

This is an honest and practical conversation about finding the right balance—being involved without adding pressure, and helping kids thrive in sport for the right reasons.

Whether you’re cheering from the boundary or supporting behind the scenes, this episode offers valuable insights to help create a more positive sporting experience for young athletes.

]]> 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 common traps many well-meaning parents fall into, and how small changes can make a big difference.

This is an honest and practical conversation about finding the right balance—being involved without adding pressure, and helping kids thrive in sport for the right reasons.

Whether you’re cheering from the boundary or supporting behind the scenes, this episode offers valuable insights to help create a more positive sporting experience for young athletes.

]]> Fri, 08 May 2026 12:01:00 +1000 South West Sport South West Sport 1855 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 common traps many well-meaning parents fall into, and how small changes can make a big difference.

This is an honest and practical conversation about finding the right balance—being involved without adding pressure, and helping kids thrive in sport for the right reasons.

Whether you’re cheering from the boundary or supporting behind the scenes, this episode offers valuable insights to help create a more positive sporting experience for young athletes.

]]> sport, south west, victoria, education, clubs, community No Pressure at 14: Why Kids Feel Like They Have to Be Stars 1 1 Pressure at 14: Why Kids Feel Like They Have to Be Stars full 38978ea7-ba85-4466-bfd3-799402685185 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c0dfe0ea 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 pressure comes from, how it shows up, and the long-term impact it can have on confidence, enjoyment, and development.

This conversation isn’t about blaming parents or coaches—it’s about understanding the environment we’re creating in local sport, and how we can better support kids to stay in the game for the long run.

If you’re a parent, coach, or young athlete, this is a must-listen episode full of practical insights and honest discussion about what really matters in junior sport.

]]> 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 pressure comes from, how it shows up, and the long-term impact it can have on confidence, enjoyment, and development.

This conversation isn’t about blaming parents or coaches—it’s about understanding the environment we’re creating in local sport, and how we can better support kids to stay in the game for the long run.

If you’re a parent, coach, or young athlete, this is a must-listen episode full of practical insights and honest discussion about what really matters in junior sport.

]]> Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:26:32 +1000 South West Sport South West Sport 2719 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 pressure comes from, how it shows up, and the long-term impact it can have on confidence, enjoyment, and development.

This conversation isn’t about blaming parents or coaches—it’s about understanding the environment we’re creating in local sport, and how we can better support kids to stay in the game for the long run.

If you’re a parent, coach, or young athlete, this is a must-listen episode full of practical insights and honest discussion about what really matters in junior sport.

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