Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

Golf – @golfaust has updated its Gender Policy in alignment with the R&A, USGA, LPGA and England Golf. Damien de Bohun, Golf Australia General Manager, Places to Play joins the show to talk through the changes. The policy balances two key principles: making golf simpler and more inclusive at the grassroots club level, while maintaining competitive fairness at the elite amateur level. (Starts 1.48)

Sydney Marathon with pride – Keen to run a marathon or interested in cheering on the runners this weekend for the @sydney_marathon? Ben Drogemuller, President @sydneyfrontrunners joins Game On to tell you how and where to congregate with Taylor Square the Sydney Marathon’s official Pride Party zone with live music, drag entertainment and a 200-seat viewing stand for spectators! (Starts 14:58)

Inclusive Rugby – The @igrbinghamamandacup has been a huge success hosted by @brisbanehustlers across 20-23 August. Everyone was a winner but there was silverware on the line! @jelvo57 Club Chairman and player @kxsrfc held the Bingham Cup aloft and joins the show to talk about the experience in Australia, winning the Bingham Cup for the second time, and the joys of inclusive rugby! (Starts 27:00)

And for our weekly Who is getting their game on segment to close the show this week Stuart Bonner President Melbourne Rovers shares why Wear It Purple Day is so special and his journey in sport. (Starts 41:35)

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Game On puts the spotlight on gambling in sport. Australians lose more money gambling per capita than any other country in the world. $666 million every week, a $1,000 every second to gambling.

Associate Professor Charles Livingstone, Head of Gambling and Social Determinants Unit at the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine @monash_uni , and one of Australia’s foremost gambling researchers joins the show to discuss the current status of gambling in sport across Australia, who is at risk, what does a gambling addiction look like, what causes it and where to seek help?

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Game On puts the spotlight on GLP-1 Medications and weight loss. Ozempic, Wegovy,  Mounjaro. What are the pros What are the cons? Are they a silver bullet for weight loss and maintenance?

Professor John Hawley, Director for Human Metabolism & Performance Australian Catholic University joins the show to outline the science behind a class of medications that have completely changed the conversation around weight loss, diabetes and metabolic health — GLP-1 medications sharing a few surprising benefits!

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Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

Racism in sport – Junior Melo Manager CM Sport joins the show to chat about the work underway to tackle racism in sport, the recent Racism doesn’t belong in our game campaign, the CM Sport Forum on the 27 August and practical ways you can build a stronger, more inclusive sporting organisation. CMSport is a Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY) initiative aiming to drive social change through sport. (Starts  1.48 mins)

Inclusive Rugby – The @igrbinghamamandacup is here!! 19-23 August are the competition dates and it’s going to be huge with @brisbanehustlers hosting. We are joined by @quincy122 chair @igrclubhouse with an update on this prestigious international event, how the event is shaping up and how you can check out all the rugby action! (Starts  11.17 mins)

GLP-1 Medications and weight loss – Professor John Hawley, Director, of the Centre for Human Metabolism and Performance, Australian Catholic University @acuimages outlines the pros and cons of GLP-1 medications – Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and the science. (Starts  20:58 mins)

And for our weekly Who is getting their game on segment to close the show this week it’s all the winners and especially the sporty winners at the 12th Victorian Pride Awards run by Globe Victoria. (Starts  43:14 mins)

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Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

Rugby – The @igrbinghamamandacup is fast approaching! 19-23 August and it’s going to be huge with @brisbanehustlers hosting. We are joined by Drew Cutler, President Brisbane Hustlers, about hosting this prestigious international event, how the event is shaping up and what’s on! (Starts 2.18 mins)

Pride In Sport Update – National Program Manager Ben Cork @prideinsport joins the show to talk Pride In Sport Summit, we chat about what pride is in sport and Australia’s stance on inclusion. (Starts 11 mins)

Gambling in Sport – Associate Professor Charles Livingstone @monash_uni , one of Australia’s foremost gambling researchers joins the show to discuss gambling in sport. What is the current status across Australia, who is at risk, what does a gambling addiction look like, what causes it and where to seek help? (Starts 22:49 mins)

And for our weekly Who is getting their game on segment to close the show this week it’s Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities. (Starts 43 mins)

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Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

Rugby – Starts 2:50 The @igrbinghamamandacup is fast approaching! 19-23 August and it’s going to be huge with @brisbanehustlers hosting. We are joined by @drew.untold President @perthrams about the club’s journey to Bingham and Andrew’s rugby expansion plans as an IGR representative. Keen to be involved in setting up a team in Tasmania, Adelaide or Darwin? Reach out!

LGBTQIA+ Sport News – Starts 14:45 – We hear the latest in the weekly Game On LGBTQIA+ Sport Report.

Embracing sport as an adult Starts 19:20 – @pauljschofieldgreens chats about his new found love for rugby with the @melbournechargers and his exciting plans to create opportunities for others in the LGBTQIA+ community! A parkrun in Noble Park and a sister club to the Sydney Outfielders in Melbourne! Keen to be part of the action? Paul would love to hear from you!

And for our weekly Who is getting their game on segment to close the show this week it’s the AFLW! (Starts 39:00)

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Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

Concussion – Starts 2:23 – What to do. What to know. Physiotherapist and Concussion Researcher, Dr Jemma Keeves @ausmtbi @curtinmri shares her expertise of community concussion events. Recommendations: The CRT 6 Concussion Recognition Tool and the AIS Guidelines for community sport.

Inclusion in sport on campus – Starts 12:25 – Luke Heckendorf, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Lead @macquarieuni @macquarieunisport joins the show with the new LGBTQIA+ policy with practical advice on how everyone can feel safe and supported when engaging with Campus Life. Reach out to Luke for guidance.

Commonwealth Games 2026 – Starts 23:45 – @wheelzchair OAM has competed in her second Commonwealth Games proudly wearing the Green and Gold and joins the show to share her incredible experience, being an LGBTQIA+ athlete on the world stage and what’s next in her sporting journey! Keen to sponsor Julie? Reach out and let’s make it happen!

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Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

Commonwealth Games Starts 1:36 – @glasgow_2026 start July 23rd! 11 days  10 sports, 6 para sports  4 venues  1 city. I chat with @jonhholmes Sports Journalist and Founder @sportsmedialgbt about the Games, the LGBTQIA+ athletes to watch and pride! #Glasgow2026@commgamesaus

3×3 Basketball Starts 11:00 – @marenawhittle Olympian, Commonwealth Games medallist and professional athlete joins the show live from Glasgow to talk about the power of creating safe spaces in sport and their love of the 3×3 format! @commgamesaus

2026 FIFA World Cup Fix Starts 19:00 – @davidzaffina Sports Journalist is back from Canada and the USA after being on the ground for the biggest single-sport event on the planet! Hear the latest @fifaworldcup news and match analysis with David joining me live in the @joy949 Sport Studio!

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Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

How to run a half-marathon – @runmelbourne is on this weekend! Keen to be part of the half-marathon action but not sure how? @brooksstuart president @melbournefrontrunners and coach joins the show to tell you how to get ready to run or roll! (Start 2:37)

2026 FIFA World Cup Fix – We head to the USA to chat with @davidzaffina Sports Journalist who is on the ground for the biggest single-sport event on the planet! Hear the latest FIFA news and match analysis! (Starts 10:10)

Quadball – @quadballvictoria President Justine Eyre and @mishmanners Australian National Squad Quadballer are live in the @joy949 Sport Studio to share their love of quadball with an open invitation to join them on the pitch! @quadballaustralia (Starts 23:00)

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Who is getting their game on in sport this week on JOY 94.9’s Home of Sport?

LGBTQIA+ Sport News – We kick off the show with what is happening across the world in Rainbow sport!

2026 FIFA World Cup Fix (Starts 8mins) – We head to the USA to chat with @davidzaffina Sports Journalist who is on the ground for the biggest single-sport event on the planet! Hear a review of the @socceroos match against Egypt and a discussion about the latest FIFA news with red cards and red faces!

Rowing  (Stars 21mins) – @melbourneargonautsrc President Alan T and fellow rower Sam B are live in the @joy949 Sport Studio to share their love of rowing with an open invitation to join them on the water! If early starts aren’t your thing (5.40am!) then the Monday night Social Row at 6.15pm might be more your style with a pub dinner afterwards. @rowing_victoria @rowingaustralia

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