We're joined this week by special guest, Taj and his mother, Danica!

The conversation focuses on Taj's life, particularly his passion for footy (AFL) and whilst he is a big fan of the Geelong Cats, he is happy to support the West Coast Eagles if they're playing of course! 😉

Taj shares a recent highlight when he got the opportunity to play during halftime at Optus Stadium when the Dockers recently took on Collingwood. Whilst the result wasn't what the home team had hoped for, it was an outstanding game for Taj who kicked two goals! It is just so wonderful to hear from both Taj and Danica about what this moment meant for them.

Beyond footy, Taj and Danica talk share their perspective on fitness - what it means to them and why they prioritise it. Between Taj and Danica, they describe benefits that include improved strength, mental health, enjoyment and sleep.

This episode is for everyone. For researchers - Taj's insights tell us what is important. For clinicians, this episode is about how we can support children like Taj. For parents, it is the encouragement to find community activities to get involved. For kids, it's about the shared experience and for the wider community, it is a call to action for inclusivity because as Taj puts it, inclusion is the best feeling, the feeling of being part of a team.