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Inside True Sport Organizations: Building Positive Sport Culture (Safe Sport Education Series)

This episode will be available in English, and English [https://sportnouveaubrunswick.sharepoint.com/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=/Shared%20Documents/Safety%20in%20Sport/Education/TS%20Materials/Episode%201/Episode%201%20-%20Transcript%20ENG.pdf&parent=/Shared%20Documents/Safety%20in%20Sport/Education/TS%20Materials/Episode%201&p=true&ga=1] and French [https://sportnouveaubrunswick.sharepoint.com/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=/Shared%20Documents/Safety%20in%20Sport/Education/TS%20Materials/Episode%201/Episode%201%20-%20Transcript%20FR.pdf&parent=/Shared%20Documents/Safety%20in%20Sport/Education/TS%20Materials/Episode%201&p=true&ga=1] transcripts will be provided. Get an insider’s look at organizations that activate True Sport and what makes them stand out. We’ll go behind the scenes of organizations that exemplify the True Sport Principles in their policies, practices, and programs. We’ll discuss the challenges and successes they’ve had while integrating the True Sport Principles into organizational culture, and consider best practices for building a positive sport environment. Hear from leaders who are actively shaping the future of sport through their commitment to True Sport.

Introducing Sport NB’s New CEO, Cheryl MacDonald! (S6E7)

Sport NB’s new CEO, Cheryl MacDonald, is this episode’s guest. She shares her inspiring academic and professional journey, and her vision for building an inclusive and thriving sport community in New Brunswick with host PL Savoie. Listen for challenging conversations, success stories, and a look at the exciting future of Sport NB! Cheryl MacDonald has a proven track record of leadership, strategic planning, and relationship building in her previous roles within the sports sector. She comes to us most recently as Director of the Scott McCain and Leslie McLean Centre for Sport, Business and Health at Saint Mary’s University, and has valuable experience on both the administrative and academic sides of sport management. As the new CEO of Sport New Brunswick, she will be responsible for overseeing the organization’s operations, developing partnerships, and driving initiatives to promote sports participation throughout the province. “I believe in the value of bringing the benefits of sport to more New Brunswickers and their local communities with an emphasis on inclusion and accessibility. As such, I am enthusiastic about Sport NB’s potential to expand and enhance its programming. I am thankful for this opportunity to be the organization’s CEO and I look forward to working with the Board and others to elevate Sport NB’s impact and legacy.” Cheryl MacDonald, newly appointed CEO, Sport NB. More about our Co-Host: Pierre-Luc “PL” Savoie, now entering his 2nd season as a co-host and producer of the Coach’s Plan Podcast. Originally from Bathurst, NB, having moved to the Fredericton region in 2018 to pursue post-secondary education, leading to valuable experiences with organizations such as Sport NB and Softball NB, as well as playing a digital media role with Team-Équipe NB’s mission staff for the 2022 and 2023 Canada Game. PL brings an interesting and passionate point-of-view to each episode which can be enjoyed by anyone from sports professionals to the general public. #coachsplanpodcast ---------------------------------------- Please subscribe to the Coach’s Plan Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Leave us a five-star review to help bring other coaches into the conversation! Follow Sport NB Coach/Entraîneur on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sportnbcoach/] Like Sport NB Coach/Entraîneur on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sportnbcoach] Visit our website [https://coachnb.ca/] If you have questions about the podcast, coaching education, or anything else, feel free to email peter.jewett@sportnb.com [peter.jewett@sportnb.com].

Behind the Sidelines: How Coaches, Parents, and Guardians Live True Sport (Safe Sport Education Series)

This episode explores the crucial role that coaches, parents, and guardians play in embodying and promoting the True Sport Principles. We’ll use real-life examples and strategies from coaches who lead with integrity and parents/guardians who support their children and foster supportive sport environments. Tune it to learn practical tips and hear firsthand experiences about how to live by the True Sport Principles and influence the next generation of athletes. This episode will be available in English, and English and French transcripts will be provided.

Growing as a Leader with UNB’s Marta Belsh, Erin McAleenan and Lauren Hale-Miller (S6E6)

UNB REDS head coaches Marta Belsh, Erin McAleenan and Lauren Hale-Miller join host PL Savoie for a special National Coaches Week podcast episode that includes topics like growing as a leader, making a difference in the lives of athletes, dealing with criticism, navigating conflict in a healthy way, being vulnerable, and disconnecting as a coach. Marta Belsh is in her sixth season as head coach of the UNB REDS women’s and men’s swimming teams. She has almost 30 years of coaching experience, and previously swam for the Polish national junior team. Erin McAleenan is entering her second year as head coach of the UNB women’s basketball team. Last season, she lead the team to the AUS championship game, UNB’s first appearance in over ten years. McAleenan has more than a decade of experience coaching at the university level, and has coached national and provincial teams. Lauren Hale-Miller was hired as head coach of UNB’s women’s volleyball team in May 2024, after five years as head coach at Northwestern Polytechnic. She was also named ACAA Coach of the Year in 2019 with the UNBSJ Seawolves. Pierre-Luc “PL” Savoie is in his second season as co-host and producer of the Coach’s Plan Podcast. Originally from Bathurst, NB, he moved to Fredericton to pursue post-secondary education, leading to valuable experience with Sport NB, Softball NB, and Team-Équipe NB at two Canada Games. PL brings an inquisitive and passionate point of view to each episode, which can be enjoyed by anyone. Special thanks to Madeline Belding, Sport NB’s Women in Coaching Coordinator, for helping coordinate this episode! Please subscribe to the Coach’s Plan Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Leave us a five-star review to help bring other coaches into the conversation! Follow Sport NB Coach/Entraîneur on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sportnbcoach/] Like Sport NB Coach/Entraîneur on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sportnbcoach] Visit our website [https://coachnb.ca/] If you have questions about the podcast, coaching education, or anything else, feel free to email peter.jewett@sportnb.com [peter.jewett@sportnb.com].

Shootin’ the Archery with Mitch Isaac (S6E5)

SHOOTIN’ THE ARCHERY Join our Co-Host PL Savoie in welcoming Mitch Isaac to the podcast to discuss his passion for archery and his journey through coaching, and participating in sports! More about our Guest: Mitchell Isaac, from Listuguj First Nation, is a dedicated coach in Archery, Hockey, and Softball. Since 2020, he has coached at the Listuguj Archery Club and Restigouche Archery Club, guiding youth and adults to success at the 2022 and 2023 Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Summer Games. Currently, Mitchell is preparing for the 2024 NB Indigenous Summer Games in Eel River Bar First Nation and the 2024 Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Summer Games in Membertou First Nation. His coaching focuses on skill development and fostering a supportive sporting environment. More about our Co-Host: Pierre-Luc “PL” Savoie is now in his second season as a co-host and producer of the Coach’s Plan Podcast. Originally from Bathurst, NB, he moved to the Fredericton region in 2018 to pursue post-secondary education, leading to valuable experiences with organizations such as Sport NB and Softball NB, as well as playing a digital media role with Team-Équipe NB’s mission staff for the 2022 and 2023 Canada Games. PL brings an interesting and passionate point of view to each episode which can be enjoyed by anyone from sports professionals to the general public. #coachsplanpodcast ---------------------------------------- Please subscribe to the Coach’s Plan Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Leave us a review and a 5-star rating to help bring other coaches into the conversation! If you have questions about coaching education, or are unsure of your pathway, email our Lead of Coaching Education; Claude Vautour [claude.vautour@sportnb.com]. Visit our website at http://coachnb.ca/ [http://coachnb.ca/] Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sportnbcoach] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sportnbcoach/] #coachsplanpodcast