Clearinghouse for Sport

DID YOU KNOW? From 2018-2022 an estimated 36% of First Nations peoples aged 18 years and over participated in sport-related activity at least once a week. Participation was higher for men (44%) than women (28%). To learn more, visit the Clearinghouse for Sport evidence base topic on Australia's First Nations Peoples and Sport - https://lnkd.in/gnP2ceMt ⭐ NAIDOC Week, 7 to 14 July 2024 ⭐ References: ◾ AusPlay data portal, Australian Sports Commission - https://lnkd.in/g8g79tBV #clearinghouseforsport #playwell #winwell #evidencebase #NAIDOC2024

DID YOU KNOW? An estimated 1.3 million Australians play tennis annually, with 35% playing at least once a week. The peak age for adults (18+) is 35-44 years for men and 45-54 for women. Participation rates are highest in remote areas, especially in QLD, NSW, and VIC. 90% of tennis sessions last longer than an hour. To learn more interesting participation facts, see the AusPlay tennis report on the Clearinghouse for Sport - https://lnkd.in/g45Grv4V 🎾 Watch Wimbledon 2024, 1 to 17 July on Nine and 9Now #clearinghouseforsport #playwell #winwell #evidencebase #AusPlay

RESEARCH - Women in sport Can period-related symptoms predict menstrual manipulation among Australian female cyclists? Serene Lee, Jeremiah PEIFFER, Eric Haakonssen, Fleur van Rens Journal of Sport Sciences (April 2024) Research from Murdoch University has found female cyclists overwhelmingly report that menstrual symptoms affect their training and competitive performance, but that they are hesitant to talk to their coaches. This study explored the extent of menstrual manipulation and its associated impact on period-related symptoms and training disruptions in Australian Female Cyclists. 205 female cyclists, from recreational to elite level, participated in an online “Female Cyclist Questionnaire (FCQ)”. More than 80% of the cyclists reported that their period-related symptoms impacted upon training and 41% made training adjustments based on these symptoms. ◾ Media release (1 July 2024) - https://lnkd.in/gSvE6Zru ◾ Research (open access) - https://lnkd.in/gJkB_Jaz If you've conducted, planned, or are currently engaged in sport research in Australia, consider adding it to the Clearinghouse for Sport, Register of Sport Research - https://lnkd.in/gjjZRCp5 #evidencebase #AusNSRA #clearinghouseforsport #winwell #playwell

RESEARCH - Physical activity 🔹 More People, More Active, More Often for Heart Health – Taking Action on Physical Activity Trevor Shilton, Adrian Bauman, Birgit Beger, Dr Anna Chalkley, Beatriz Champagne, Martina Elings-Pers, Billie Giles-Corti, Shifalika Goenka, Mark Miller, Karen Milton, Adewale Oyeyemi, Robert Ross, James Sallis, Kelcey Clara Armstrong-Walenczak, Jo Salmon, Laurie Whitsel, Ph.D., FAHA Global Heart (May 2024) This policy brief includes World Heart Federation (WHF) physical activity recommendations on effective interventions for creating active societies, active environments, active people, and active systems, including the promotion and use of sport and sport facilities where relevant to increase physical activity. ◾ Report (open access) - https://lnkd.in/gXbnHpNw 🔹 National, regional, and global trends in insufficient physical activity among adults from 2000 to 2022: a pooled analysis of 507 population-based surveys with 5·7 million participants Tessa Strain, Seth Flaxman, Regina Guthold, Elizaveta Semenova, Melanie Cowan, Leanne Riley, fiona bull, Gretchen Stevens, Adrian Bauman and Gregore Mielke  The Lancet Global Health (June 2024) This study provides estimates of global, regional, and country levels of insufficient physical activity for 2000–22 (including Australia). For the first time, it estimated insufficient physical activity prevalence for 197 countries and territories, regionally and globally; made estimates for seven age groups; and tracked progress towards the global target of reducing the prevalence of insufficient physical activity by a relative 15% by 2030. ◾ Report (open access) - https://lnkd.in/ehWBPBKy If you've conducted, planned, or are currently engaged in sport research in Australia, consider adding it to the Clearinghouse for Sport, Register of Sport Research. Link - https://lnkd.in/gjjZRCp5 #evidencebase #AusNSRA #clearinghouseforsport #WinWell #PlayWell

DID YOU KNOW? An estimated 316,000 Australians play rugby league annually, with a peak participation age of 15-17 years for both males and females. Over 80% of participants are from NSW and QLD. Modified versions of the sport include League Tag, League Stars, and Wheelchair Rugby League. To learn more interesting participation facts, see the AusPlay rugby league report on the Clearinghouse for Sport - https://lnkd.in/gQup2jgv Watch the 2024 State of Origin series on Nine and 9Now 🏉 Men's State of Origin Game 2 - Wednesday 26 June 2024 🏉 Women's State of Origin Game 3 - Thursday 27 June 2024 National Rugby League #stateoforigin #clearinghouseforsport #playwell #winwell #evidencebase #AusPlay

RESEARCH - Administration, strategy and governance Balancing the Board: Benefits of having gender balance on state sport and  active recreation boards Deakin University, Victorian Government, #ChangeOurGame (June 2024) Since July 2019, the Victorian Government’s Balance the Board policy has required all recognised sport and active recreation organisations to have a minimum of 40% women directors on their board to be eligible for Sport and Recreation Victoria community sport funding.   The number of Victorian sport sector organisations with a gender balanced board has doubled over six years, from 45% in 2017 to 94% in 2023. The research also found that: - board processes became more professionalised in response to steps taken to attract and retain women on boards, - a critical mass of women on boards improved the experiences of women directors, and - women directors brought key skills to boards which enhanced board dynamics and decision making. ◾ Media release - https://lnkd.in/giaTH7um ◾ Ministerial release - https://lnkd.in/gvQYkm7a ◾ Summary report - https://lnkd.in/gmpSCs4Y If you've conducted, planned, or are currently engaged in sport research in Australia, consider adding it to the Clearinghouse for Sport, Register of Sport Research - https://lnkd.in/gjjZRCp5 #evidencebase #AusNSRA #clearinghouseforsport, #winwell #playwell

RESEARCH - Sport Integrity Spectator racism in three professional men's football codes in Australia: Observations from White spectators Jamie Cleland, Daryl Adair, Keith Parry, and Conner MacDonald International Review for the Sociology of Sport (June 2024) Australia’s first large-scale study of its kind has examined the extent of racist behaviour and language among spectators of the three major men’s football leagues – AFL, NRL and A-League. In a survey of more than 2000 spectators it was found that half of AFL fans had witnessed racist ‘barracking’ such as name calling at matches compared to 36% of NRL fans and 27% of A-League fans. Fans of all three sports say the situation has worsened in the last two years. ◾ Media release - https://lnkd.in/gqnJyrfc ◾ Report (open access) - https://lnkd.in/gKhtC_au #UniveristyOfSouthAustralia, University of Technology Sydney, Bournemouth University If you've conducted, planned, or are currently engaged in sport research in Australia, consider adding it to the Clearinghouse for Sport, Register of Sport Research - https://lnkd.in/gjjZRCp5 #evidencebase #AusNSRA #clearinghouseforsport, #winwell #playwell

DID YOU KNOW? 82% of Australians (18+) watched at least some of the Tokyo Olympic Games, with 47% watching most or every day. Among viewers, one in five (22%) reported seeing something that would encourage them to be more physically active. To discover more interesting facts, read the report on the impact of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games on the Australian community, available on the Clearinghouse for Sport - https://lnkd.in/gUcMa23s 🔥 International Olympic Day (23 June 2024) 🔥 Australian Olympic Committee #OlympicDay #HaveAGo #LetsMove #RoadToParis2024 #clearinghouseforsport #PlayWell #WinWell #evidencebase

RESEARCH - Coaching and leadership The effectiveness of a short course to improve coaches’ knowledge on considerations for female athletes Anthea Clarke, Alana Leabeater, Haresh Suppiah, Alex Roberts Journal of Sports Sciences (June 2024) A study from researchers at LaTrobe University aimed to assess the effectiveness of an online short course in improving the knowledge and confidence of coaching and support staff when working with female athletes. A mixed-methods survey design was used, where participants completed surveys pre-, post-, and 6 months following an 8-week online course. Of the 92 participants who completed both pre- and post-course surveys, 72% (n = 66) were female and 67% (n = 62) were from team sports. Perceived knowledge and confidence improved following the course (p < 0.001) and were above pre-course values 6-months post (p < 0.001). Participants indicated that they enjoyed learning from a variety of content experts as well as other participants in an online format. Future courses aimed at coaching/support staff should design and deliver accessible programs aligned with the learning preferences of these individuals. ◾ Report (open access) - https://lnkd.in/gSFbUeic If you've conducted, planned, or are currently engaged in sport research in Australia, consider adding it to the Clearinghouse for Sport, Register of Sport Research - https://lnkd.in/gjjZRCp5 #evidencebase #AusNSRA #clearinghouseforsport, #winwell #playwell

Recently published research from Australia's National Institute Network (NIN) researchers - May 2024 ◼ Sound of synergy: ultrasound and artificial intelligence in sports medicine Steven Duhig, Alec McKenzie 📑 British journal of sports medicine, (2 May 2024) 🔗 Link (restricted access) - https://lnkd.in/gXZ76bpM Griffith University, Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) ◼ A Biomechanical Comparison of the Back Squat and Hexagonal Barbell Deadlift Cody Stahl, Giancarlo Regni, Jonathan Tanguay, Maddie McElfresh, Eoghan Trihy, David Diggin, Deborah King 📑 Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, (1 May 2024) 🔗 Link (restricted access) - https://lnkd.in/gkP3C_vh The University of Western Australia, Western Australian Institute of Sport See all current and historical NIN research - https://lnkd.in/g_gbHXe4 If you've conducted, planned, or are currently engaged in sport research in Australia, consider adding it to the Clearinghouse for Sport, Register of Sport Research. Link - https://lnkd.in/gjjZRCp5 #evidencebase #AusNSRA #clearinghouseforsport