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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 34 MIN

Why Girls Drop Out of Sport | Period Poverty, Confidence & Keeping Girls Playing

from Becoming MatchFit | Unlocking Opportunity in Sport · host MatchFit360

Most people think girls drop out of sport because they lose interest.The reality is something far more confronting.In this episode, Rochelle Courtenay (Founder of Share the Dignity) shares the truth about period poverty and how it’s impacting participation in sport across Australia.From powerful personal stories to eye-opening data, we unpack:Why girls are leaving sportThe role of education and stigmaWhat clubs, coaches, and communities can doIf you care about keeping girls in sport, this is a conversation you need to hear.

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