Counter Attack Mental Health 

Water Polo NSW with the support of NSW Health kick off the first of our planned Counter Attack Mental Health rounds with the Sydney Super League Round 5. Round 5 will see all SSL teams playing at Drummoyne Pool where players will done hats branding our Counter Attack logo and signage will appear on pool deck and on our livestream with the intent to begin a conversation. Over the course of the season more rounds will be announced to tie in with and target all competitions and divisions across the State.

Why??

WPNSW believes that as a community of 7000 members we have the opportunity to raise the awarness of Mental Health illnesses and start to empower conversations. We hope to counter the stigma that mental health illness have in many communities. Stigma around Mental Health Illness are often classified into 3 categories, problems of knowledge (ignorance or misinformation), problems of attitude (prejudice), and problems of behaviour (discrimination). We as a community can take the positive steps to change this!

A review of current literature indicates that people who participate in sports clubs and organised recreational activity enjoy better mental health, are more alert, and more resilient against the stresses of modern living. Participation in recreational groups and socially supported physical activity is shown to reduce stress, anxiety and depression, and reduce symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.

But...

Just because someone participates in sport doesn't mean they're immune to mental health issues or those close to them.

This season we are able all members the opportuntiy to complete the Mental Health First Aid training course free of charge. If you are interested in learning more and wish to register your interest follow the link below to our Mental Health First Aid page and EOI survey.

Mental Health First Aid Course

EIO Survey (You need to be a registered member to access)