Former Collingwood Football Club captain and coach Nathan Buckley experienced a journey of personal development and growth throughout his 498-game career in the AFL.The 2003 Brownlow Medallist opened up to TYF about how his understanding of coaching changed throughout his tenure at the Pies and the importance of authenticity when leading people. Need Support? If you...

Tackle Your Feelings is delighted to welcome former AFL coach and player Nathan Buckley as an ambassador for the program.

Words by TYF ambassador Neville Jetta Growing up in Bunbury, a port city in WA, I would watch the local footy on weekends. My first memory of watching the local sides was watching my cousins play in the under-10s competition. My first cousin, Lewis Jetta (former Sydney and West Coast player), was there and I...

Former St Kilda AFLW coach and pioneer of women's football Peta Searle shared her mental health journey with Tackle Your Feelings.

Dyaln Buckley shares his personal mantra and why authenticity is key in football clubs.

Former Western Bulldogs and West Coast Eagles player Josh Hill was living out his childhood dream playing in the AFL, but internally he was facing an ongoing struggle with the pressures associated with being an elite athlete. “When you come into the AFL system, you’re instantly put on some sort of pedestal. There’s non-stop pressure...

TYF ambassador and Fremantle AFLW captain Kara Antonio shares her experiences in managing team expectations and goals.

We’ve listed helpful tips for coaches to consider when supporting players who may be experiencing a tough time in their injury recovery process.

Community football clubs are the lifeblood of many Australian towns. For the Stratford Football and Netball Club this statement rings true. Located on the Avon River in Victoria, east of Melbourne in Gippsland, the Stratford sporting club connects all aspects of the 2000-strong community. Devastatingly, in 2020 the club experienced the loss of a player...

After being drafted with pick No. 57 in the 2010 National Draft, Alex Johnson had the dream start to his AFL career. The former Sydney Swans defender played 45 games in his first two seasons, including the 2012 premiership. But, a spate of serious knee injuries following a tear in his anterior crucial ligament (ACL)...