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2 weeks ago | 
wispainsighthub.org | Emma Evans |Jess Davidson |Merran Brockie-David |Cheycoda Cocks
8 in 10 disabled girls were inspired by the 2024 Paralympic Games and 67% said it “made me want to be more active and play more sport”. The Paralympics can be an opportunity for powerful representation of disability sport, celebrating disabled women in sport competing at the highest level on the world-stage. But while the visibility of disability sport is improving, real-world access, inclusion, and support still lag behind the ideals promoted by the Paralympic Games.
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2 months ago | 
wispainsighthub.org | Emma Evans |Jess Davidson |Merran Brockie-David |Cheycoda Cocks
NetballSmart is the official injury prevention programme of Netball New Zealand. The 6 principlesNetballSmart is an evidence-based framework made up of 6 principles. It helps improve your performance in sport by preventing injuries. Smart Preparation prepares the mind and body before you reach the court. Dynamic warm-up, cool down and recoverySmart Movement is developing a player’s skill and technique correctly which allows them to compete and enjoy their sport.
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Feb 10, 2025 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Emma Evans |Jess Davidson |Merran Brockie-David |Cheycoda Cocks
Check out Sport Ireland's Her Moves resources to help parents, coaches, teachers and others to get girls more active and create safe, inclusive environments.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Emma Evans |Jess Davidson |Merran Brockie-David |Cheycoda Cocks
Tatiana Raumati trains at Māngere’s Moana Nui-a-Kiwa Centre for the Z Manu World Champs. She encourages more girls to participate, emphasising that ‘girls can bomb with the best’. The Māngere qualifier, featuring top competitors, offers a chance to advance to the grand final on March 1. If you’ve ever been to the Moana Nui-a-Kiwa Centre in Māngere, South Auckland, over the summer, you’ve probably seen Tatiana Raumati practising her manu technique in the popular bombing pool.
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Nov 24, 2024 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Emma Evans |Jess Davidson |Merran Brockie-David |Cheycoda Cocks
Thousands of young New Zealanders will play basketball for the first time this summer as Basketball New Zealand tries to breakdown the barriers that keep females off the court. Basketball is the fastest growing sport at youth level in New Zealand and women's basketball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. A nationwide Summer of Basketball programme promoting the 3x3 version of the game aimed to boost the numbers even further.
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Nov 24, 2024 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Emma Evans |Jess Davidson |Merran Brockie-David |Cheycoda Cocks
Abstract:This report examines the obstacles girls face when playing sports in school in a school environment, focusing on high school and intermediate school levels. Applying social role theory and self-determination theory, the analysis uses qualitative and quantitative data from surveys and workshops to understand how gender roles affect how people view sports. To collect useful data, the study concentrated on two West Auckland Schools.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Angela Walker |Emma Evans |Ali Pottinger |Cheycoda Cocks
Understanding girls’ experiences is the first step in transforming the sport and physical activity system in Canada so that all girls can play. Rally Report 2024, developed in partnership with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities and global insight consultancy IMI Consulting, aims to champion girls’ voices, and support and inspire sport leaders with fresh insights into how they can reimagine sport and create more equitable, inclusive environments.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Angela Walker |Emma Evans |Ali Pottinger |Cheycoda Cocks
This report delves into the participation of women in trail running events across New Zealand over the past decade. Drawing on data from over 60,000 race results across 22 events, the analysis highlights key trends, challenges, and progress in gender representation. The findings explore the differences in participation rates across various distances and terrains, shedding light on where women are best represented and identifying areas for improvement.
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Oct 22, 2024 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Emma Evans |Jess Davidson |Merran Brockie-David |Cheycoda Cocks
Sport NZ recognises that female-specific needs in community sport are unique. As coaches, parents, instructors and administrators, understanding female health is critical to being able to respond and provide support for young people to be active in ways that boost their wellbeing. Balanced Female Health is a new resource for adults supporting young people in community sport.
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Oct 20, 2024 | 
wispainsighthub.org | Angela Walker |Emma Evans |Ali Pottinger |Cheycoda Cocks
Co-authored by Madison, Kea Kids News, NZ Herald
