Play Like a Girl Australia Teams Up with SportsGrad for an Unforgettable Event

International Women's Day Celebration with Play Like a Girl Australia and SportsGrad

On March 8th, Play Like a Girl Australia and SportsGrad teamed up to host an incredible International Women's Day celebration at River's Edge Events in Melbourne.

The evening was dedicated to bringing together inspiring speakers, a vibrant community of sports enthusiasts, and an opportunity to share stories and celebrate the amazing women in our lives.

Inspiring Speakers

We were thrilled to hear from outstanding speakers who shared their insights and experiences in the sports industry:

• Holly Bailey, Founder of Play Like a Girl Australia: Kicked things off with her powerful words.
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• Sarah Loh, CEO of Softball Australia: Talked about leadership and gender equality.

PLAG x SportsGrad Advocate Panel:

• Rochelle Slade, Hockey Victoria
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• Carinda Palmer, Classic Sportswear
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• Shayla Clarke, Richmond Football Club
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• Billie Lewis, St Kilda Football Club

These speakers captivated us with their stories of overcoming challenges and shared valuable tips on forging a career in sport.

Community Connection

Attendees had the chance to meet and connect with people from all corners of the sports world. The energy was electric as everyone shared ideas, made new friends, and built valuable connections.

For Play Like a Girl, this event was particularly special because it brought together so many of our members. It was a joy to reunite and reconnect!

Celebrating Community and Equality

The event demonstrated the power of community and the importance of keeping the conversation about gender equality in sports alive and strong.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this celebration a success. We can't wait for more events like this in the future!

This event was all about celebrating the women and girls in our lives and hearing some inspiring stories from those making strides in the sports industry.

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