From AFL to BackChat Podcast, Sandover Medal and Concussion with Hamish Brayshaw

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast. Today, we're thrilled to be joined by Hamish Brayshaw.Hamish is a former AFL player who now stars in the WAFL with East Perth, where he serves as co-captain. In 2023, he was honoured with the Sandover Medal, recognising him as the league’s best player.His impact on the game extends beyond the field—Hamish has lent his expertise as a midfield coach for the West Coast Eagles’ AFLW team. Off the field, he’s also made his mark as a columnist for The West Australian and as a key voice on the widely loved BackChat podcast. -       How you become involved in footy -       Your Perception and Understanding of Concussion (03:00)-       Family’s Experiences of Concussion (04:29)-       Hamish Approach to Playing (07:45)-       Implementation of AIS Stand down Policy and Personal Concussions (09:43)-       The Open Letter to the AFL (14:18)-       Football Act vs Suspension? (16:22)-       Complexities of Rule Adaptations and Changing the Way You Play (19:00)-       Favorited Memories and Moments in Footy? (25:30)    Hamish Open Letter: https://www.backchatpodcast.com.au/hamishs-open-letter Back Chat Social Media Channels Website https://www.backchatpodcast.com.auIG: @backchat_Youtube: @backchatTwitter/X: @backchat_    Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop weekly Social media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion  Email: [email protected]