national associations

Timing Really Is Everything.

At a time when many countries are looking to reduce the number of junior representative competitions it seemed strange that the International Hockey Federation (FIH) opted to make their four yearly Junior World Cup tournaments biennial. This took place after

NTFS #142 – What Is Sport About? Why Are Children Suffering By Being Involved in Sport?

Not the Footy Show Podcast

This show is longer than normal, but it is one that every parent and administrator should listen to, as our special guest looks at the physical abuse that children suffer as sports look to unearth the next generation of Champions.

On A Collision Course

Every sportsperson would love to represent their country. It is one of the greatest honours that can be bestowed upon a player. It is important to remember that it is an honour, one that only a very small percentage ever

Is It Time the Members Spoke Up and Demanded Better ‘Customer Service?’

It was refreshing to hear someone say recently that there needs to be a shift in the attitude of State and National Sporting Associations, and that they need to “realise that they are in the customer service business.” That without

The Far Reaching Consequences.

Every action has a consequence. This is a phrase frequently used in business, but it applies to all aspects of life. It basically means that for every decision we make it will result in an outcome, whether positive or negative,