Beyond the Games (series 1) - Making your next move through informed decision-making

This episode empowers athletes to navigate their 'what next' options post the Paris Games, whether that be continuing to compete, transitioning to a new sport, taking a break, retiring or seeking new employment opportunities. It explores key factors influencing these decisions —physical and mental health, career achievements, values, finances, and opportunities — while addressing how to cope with decisions beyond their control.  

Presenters: 

• Emcee: Laura Hingston - VIS Elite Athlete Diver | ASC The Good Village Coordinator, AIS Sport Community Engagement | Journalist | Motivational Speaker 

• Michal Burian - PLY javelin, athletics coach, Project Leader 

• Emma Nedov - OLY artistic gymnast, health coach, Artium Sport brand co-founder and creator of ENbalance podcast 

• Louise Sauvage: OAM PLY wheelchair racing, National Coach Australian Wheelchair Track and Road program at NSWIS 

• Pippa Temperley - Performance Lifestyle Adviser at Victorian Institute of Sport and Para Athlete Wellbeing and Engagement Manager Table Tennis, Consultant The Player Care Group 

Watch the full webinar on the Beyond the Games webpage: https://www.ais.gov.au/career-and-education/beyond-the-games 

Support available to help with your decision making: AIS Mental Health Referral Network or the AIS Career Practitioner Referral Network.  

  

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