In this episode, we sit down with Rhian Bird, Head of Athlete Wellbeing at Basketball Australia, to explore her inspiring leadership journey and deep insights into athlete welfare. Rhian shares her path from teaching and community engagement to working with elite athletes across sports like archery, rowing, netball, and basketball. Together, we discuss building sustainable wellbeing cultures in high-performance environments, the challenges athletes face when transitioning beyond sport, and the importance of community-driven initiatives. Whether you're a sports professional, leader, or wellbeing advocate, this conversation is packed with valuable lessons on leadership, resilience, and supporting athletes on and off the court.

Join us as we sit down with Rob Kennedy, Executive Officer of Badminton WA, to explore what it takes to lead and grow state sporting organisations. With a wealth of leadership experience across cricket, tennis, and now badminton, Rob shares the pivotal lessons that have shaped his career and his forward-thinking vision for badminton’s future in Western Australia.

In this episode, we dive deep into the balancing act between grassroots and high-performance pathways, the role of tech and innovation in modern sport, and what Australia can learn from badminton giants like Denmark and Indonesia. Plus, Rob and I take a moment to chat about life as dads in our Dad’s Corner segment – because leading at home is just as important as leading on the court.

Whether you’re a passionate sports fan, an aspiring leader, or curious about the future of badminton, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Don’t miss it! 🎙

🏀 How do you transition from academia to coaching and then to a leadership role in one of the world’s top women’s basketball leagues? Fleur McIntyre, Assistant GM of the Phoenix Mercury, joins High Performing Leaders in Sport to talk about her journey from sport science to the WNBA. We dive into high-performance cultures, the role of data in elite basketball, and how women’s sports are evolving on a global scale. Whether you’re an aspiring sports leader or a fan of the game, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!