A new football strengthening connection and conversation.

Together with Movemeber, the AFL has launched its Team Talk Balls which encourage young players to check in with each other while having a kick.

Myself and my creative partner James Mukheibir found that throwing a footy around with your mates is the perfect time to check in with your team mates and start important conversations around mental health.

“How are you keeping mentally fit?”

“How can you play to your strengths?”

“Having a chat about the mental side of the game and speaking openly about staying mentally fit while having a kick can also make it easier for people to have the courage to open up and get support from their mates when they’re facing challenges.”- AFL Head of Mental Health and Wellbeing, Dr Kate Hall

March 2025