There She Is: A Womensport & Recreation Tasmania Podcast

This is a space for celebrating women in sport — the athletes, coaches, administrators, volunteers, and leaders who shape our sporting communities. We talk pathways, visibility, lived experience, and what works for women in sport — right here in Tasmania and beyond. Because representation matters. And every story deserves to be seen.

There She Is: A Womensport & Recreation Tasmania Podcast is a news podcast hosted by Womensport and Recreation Tasmania, with 18 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Womensport and Recreation Tasmania hosts There She Is: A Womensport & Recreation Tasmania Podcast, a news show with 18 episodes published.

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  Episode #19

  Ep 19 | The Para Sport Pathway You Might Not Know You’re Eligible For | Katherine Reed

  Aug 17, 202632 minS1

  Could you be eligible for para sport without even realising it? In this episode of There She Is, Katherine Reed from ParaQuad Tasmania challenges some of the biggest misconceptions around wheelchair basketball and who can play. Katherine shares her own remarkable journey from aspiring jockey to spinal cord injury at 19, discovering wheelchair basketball in rehabilitation and ultimately representing Australia. She explains why you don't need to use a wheelchair in everyday life to play, the surprising range of physical impairments that may qualify someone for para sport, and the pathways available for athletes wanting to take their sport further. We also explore the power of para sport beyond competition — from confidence and identity to friendships, community and learning from others with disabiliy — and Katherine's work creating more opportunities for Tasmanian women and girls through Her Path to Play. Whether you have a disability, a long-term injury, work within sport or simply want to understand para sport better, this conversation might completely change your perception of who gets to participate. In this episode: - Who can actually qualify for wheelchair basketball. - Katherine's journey from aspiring jockey to representing Australia. - Why para sport can offer a new pathway for athletes after injury.- The community, confidence and connection sport can provide. - How Her Path to Play is getting more Tasmanian women and girls involved. Keen to learn more? Head to ParaQuad Tas https://www.paraquadtas.org.au/ Register for the Her Path to Play program 12 Sept Hobart 10 Oct Devonport https://events.humanitix.com/host/katherine-reed Basketball Tas https://www.basketballtasmania.com.au/where-can-i-play/wheelchair-basketball/ If you believe in creating stronger pathways, healthier sporting environments and better opportunities for women and girls in sport, we'd love your support. Become a WSRT member: https://wsrt.org.au/membership

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  Episode #18

  Ep 18 | Kim Holcombe: A World Champion at 77

  Jul 30, 202632 minS1

  People often assume there's an age when competition ends, ambition fades and it's time to slow down. Kim Holcombe is living proof that's simply not true. At 77 years old, Kim became the 2026 World Masters Table Tennis Champion in the Women's Over 75 Doubles, but her journey to the top wasn't straightforward. She didn't discover table tennis until she was 39, battled self-doubt for decades, and spent years believing she wasn't good enough—even when others could see her potential. In this episode of There She Is, Philippa sits down with Kim to explore the mindset behind becoming a world champion later in life, the role confidence plays in performance, and why staying active has given her purpose, friendships and a reason to keep striving. From training in Vietnam and funding her own international competition through her handmade crafts, to challenging perceptions of ageing, Kim's story is one of resilience, determination and lifelong learning. In this episode we discuss: - Why Kim didn't take up table tennis until she was 39. - How self-belief became the biggest factor in her success. - The mindset lessons that helped her become a World Champion. - Why lifelong participation in sport matters for physical and mental wellbeing. - The realities of funding Masters sport and competing internationally. - How sport continues to create purpose, friendships and adventure later in life. - Why Kim believes women should never stop challenging themselves—regardless of age. Whether you're a competitive athlete, a weekend walker, or someone wondering if it's too late to try something new, Kim's story is a powerful reminder that there is no expiry date on growth, achievement or the joy of sport. If you believe in creating stronger pathways, healthier sporting environments and better opportunities for women and girls in sport, we'd love your support. Become a WSRT member: https://wsrt.org.au/membership

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  Episode #17

  Ep 17 | Corina McCarthy: Building Community Through the Get Active Program

  Jul 28, 202625 minS1

  Getting active isn't just about exercise—it can be the first step towards building confidence, making new friends and discovering a healthier, more connected life. In this episode, Philippa sits down with Corina McCarthy, Health Promotion Practitioner and one of Tasmania's most experienced Get Active Program (GAP) facilitators. Having delivered almost 30 programs across the state, Corina shares why GAP is changing lives by making physical activity welcoming, accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Together, they explore:- What the Get Active Program (GAP) is and who it's designed for. - How the program combines health education with fun, local physical activities. - Why social connection is just as important as exercise for long-term wellbeing. - How trying new activities helps build confidence and lifelong healthy habits. - The role local community organisations play in supporting participants beyond the program. - What makes a great GAP facilitator and how you can become one. - Why creating welcoming environments helps more people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. Whether you're looking to become more active, support your community or become a GAP facilitator, this episode will inspire you to take the first step. Learn more about the Get Active Program or become a GAP facilitator: https://www.wsrt.org.au/getactive If you believe in creating stronger pathways, healthier sporting environments and better opportunities for women and girls in sport, we'd love your support. Become a WSRT member: https://www.wsrt.org.au/membership

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  Episode #15

  Ep 15 | Kaity Fassina: Why Motherhood Made Me a Better Athlete

  Jul 6, 20261h 13mS1

  Every athlete wonders how they'll balance life, ambition and the unexpected—but what happens when motherhood enters the picture?In this episode of There She Is, Philippa sits down with Commonwealth Games silver medallist, educator and athlete Kaity Fassina to explore the realities of returning to elite sport after becoming a mother. Kaity shares the emotional journey of discovering she was pregnant while pursuing Olympic dreams, the challenges of navigating sporting systems that weren't designed with mothers in mind, and why becoming a mum ultimately became one of the greatest strengths of her athletic career.Together, they explore:- Why becoming a mother doesn't have to mean the end of a sporting career.- The emotional realities of pregnancy, identity and elite performance.- How motherhood transformed Kaity's mindset and became her greatest competitive advantage.- The importance of support, flexibility and psychologically safe environments for athlete mothers.- Practical ways sporting organisations can better support women through pregnancy, parenthood and beyond.- Why we need to stop seeing mothers as a barrier and start recognising them as an incredible asset to sport.This is an inspiring conversation for athletes, coaches, sporting organisations and anyone passionate about creating environments where women don't have to choose between family and pursuing their sporting ambitions.Follow more of Kaity's journey on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kt_weightlifting_coach/ If you believe in creating stronger pathways, healthier sporting environments and better opportunities for women and girls in sport, we'd love your support.Become a WSRT member: https://wsrt.org.au/membership

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  Episode #14

  Ep 14 | Prof Margo Mountjoy: Fuel to Perform and Preventing REDs

  Jun 29, 202625 minS1

  Every athlete wants to perform at their best—but what happens when your body simply doesn't have enough energy to keep up? In this episode, Philippa sits down with internationally renowned sports physician and researcher Professor Margo Mountjoy, one of the world's leading experts on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs). Together, they unpack what REDs actually is, why it's far more common than many people realise, and the early warning signs that athletes, parents and coaches should never ignore. In this episode, we explore: - What REDs is and why it affects far more athletes than many people realise. - The early warning signs every athlete, parent and coach should know. - Why losing your period is not a sign of athletic success. - How low energy availability impacts performance, recovery, bone health and long-term wellbeing. - Why adolescent girls are particularly vulnerable to REDs. - The role coaches, parents and sporting organisations play in creating healthier sporting environments. - How we can shift the conversation away from body size and towards performance, health and longevity. This episode will give you a greater understanding of how to better support the women and girls in your sporting community. Learn more about Margo here https://margomountjoy.com/ Follow Margo on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drmargomountjoy/ If you believe in creating stronger pathways, healthier sporting environments and better opportunities for women and girls in sport, we'd love your support. Become a WSRT member: https://wsrt.org.au/membership

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