Good Sports

The Good Sports program supports Australian community sporting clubs to reduce harms from alcohol and other drugs – fostering a healthier, safer and more family friendly environment for all. The program supports over 12,500 clubs, 3 million Australians and spans 120 sporting codes across every state and territory.

Research over the last two decades shows that Good Sports works for community clubs:

• Clubs see a 37% reduction in risky drinking and a 42% reduction in alcohol related harms.
• Clubs have an 8% reduction in the odds of drink-driving compared with non-Good Sports clubs, for each season they are in the program.
• 89% of participating clubs reported an increase in their confidence to manage illegal drug issues and 70% reported an increased awareness of mental health issues. Eight in 10 club members report increased intention to seek help for mental health issues when it was needed.
• Good Sports clubs also saw their membership numbers grow by 9%, expanding junior teams by 12% and female players by 11%. Volunteer numbers also grew.