Ep 2 | Maddi Brooks: From Tasmania to the Olympics

What does it take to go from a small Tasmanian sporting community to the Olympic stage?In this episode, Maddi Brooks shares her journey from growing up in a hockey-obsessed family to representing Australia — and the realities of pursuing high-performance sport.From balancing multiple sports in her early years to making the tough call to specialise, Maddi reflects on the moments that shaped her path, including moving to Perth, navigating selection setbacks, and stepping onto the Olympic stage.In this conversation, we explore:- The benefits of playing multiple sports before specialising- What it’s really like transitioning away from home to chase elite sport- How to handle setbacks, selection pressure, and the highs and lows of performance- The mindset and habits that support long-term growth in sportWhether you're an athlete, parent, or coach, this episode is a powerful reminder that progress in sport isn’t linear — and that resilience, adaptability, and support networks matter just as much as talent.If you believe in creating more visibility, stronger pathways, and better opportunities for women and girls in sport, you can support this work by becoming a WSRT member.Join us at wsrt.org.au/membership