From Diamonds captain to life after elite sport — Caitlin Bassett opens up on leadership, resilience, and identity beyond the game. She shares raw stories about self-doubt, body image, the pressure of captaining Australia, and why transition after sport is tougher than anyone admits. Plus, what it really takes to stay present, lead authentically, and build a second career. If you want honesty, lessons in leadership, and a peek behind the scenes of elite netball, this episode delivers.

In this episode Andrew and Caitlin Discuss:

4:00 Caitlin's background and how she got into netball.

11:30 Overcoming self-doubt.

17:00 Caitlin's struggle with self-image.

26:30 Transitioning from player to captain.

34:30 How the Diamonds work as a team.

44:30 Women in sport and their lives after sport.

54:20 Dating as an athlete.

1:02:00 Making sure you are present in the moment and using mental skills.

1:14:00 Transitioning careers.

You can find Caitlin at her website: https://t.co/CsbJ3M3MIt

                                         and Instagram: https://rb.gy/7j02u

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