January 20, 2022
Episode #9 | Damien Tofan – The Importance of Using Sport to Bring People Together, So People Feel They Belong and are Connected
This episode is very humorous. Find out why the SCUM ran out onto the ground in tin foil hats and with their pets. The episode also highlights the important role sport plays in the mental wellbeing of people and the power it has to bring people together, no matter how young or old and no matter your level of skill. Could sporting clubs be the antidote for loneliness and be the ultimate destination to build connection and a sense of belonging? ‘Coach’ of Adelaide Uni Football Club’s ‘F Grade’ shares:
- why he uses his role as “F Grade’ coach to bring people together
- the importance of being inclusive
- why and how sport is a true connector and how a club can make you feel like you belong, even if you are not a player
- ideas on how to bring people together
- examples of how people’s mental wellbeing has been positively impacted
- the importance of bringing young people together through sport
More About Damien
Damien is ‘Coach’ of Adelaide Uni Football Club’s ‘F Grade’ known affectionately as the SCUM. He’s the ultimate connector and has this amazing ability to bring people together, so they feel they are included and feel they belong.