When disaster strikes, local sporting clubs often become far more than places to play - they become hubs for recovery, connection and hope.

In Mallacoota, Victoria, a community surf program helped residents heal after the devastating 2019–20 bushfires. Many participants later went on to volunteer with the local surf lifesaving club, finding renewed purpose while rebuilding community connections.

In Shepparton, Victoria, the 2022 floods devastated the Shepparton Swans Football & Netball Club, destroying its facilities. Through the dedication of volunteers and support from government and the AFL, the club rebuilt, demonstrating the vital role sport plays in restoring communities after disaster.

Guests

Jarrod Sutherland – President, Shepparton Swans Football Club

Callista Cooper – Reclink Australia, Mallacoota, Victoria

Lisa Hasker OAM – Former Chief Executive Officer, Vicsport 

When disaster strikes, local sporting clubs often become far more than places to play - they become hubs for recovery, connection and hope.
In Mallacoota, Victoria, a community surf program helped residents heal after the devastating 2019&ndash;20 bushfires. Many participants later went on to volunteer with the local surf lifesaving club, finding renewed purpose while rebuilding community connections.
In Shepparton, Victoria, the 2022 floods devastated the Shepparton Swans Football &amp; Netball Club, destroying its facilities. Through the dedication of volunteers and support from government and the AFL, the club rebuilt, demonstrating the vital role sport plays in restoring communities after disaster.
Guests
Jarrod Sutherland &ndash; President, Shepparton Swans Football Club
Callista Cooper &ndash; Reclink Australia, Mallacoota, Victoria
Lisa Hasker OAM &ndash; Former Chief Executive Officer, Vicsport&nbsp;

Pitch In, hosted by Lehmo, is a podcast that explores the people who make community sport possible. While the moments on the field often steal the spotlight, this series uncovers the stories behind the game - of the volunteers whose dedication keeps clubs alive, strengthens communities and creates places where people belong.

Travelling across Australia, Pitch In meets the coaches, committee members, parents and local leaders who give their time not for recognition, but because they believe in the power of community. Through powerful conversations and deeply personal stories, the series reveals how volunteering in sport builds connection, resilience and purpose, and why local clubs remain at the heart of communities across the country.

More than a podcast about sport, Pitch In is a celebration of the people who show up, pitch in and make a lasting difference - revealing the human stories, quiet acts of generosity and lifelong commitment that sit at the heart of community sport in Australia.

Produced by Community Broadcasting Association of Australia

Host - Lehmo

Creative Producer – Eliza Hull

Producer – Megan Williams

Executive Producer – Matt Field

Video – Keiran Watson-Bonnice

Sound Recording and Mixing– Bruce Armstrong

Additional Sound Recording– Ed Denton

Music – James McGuffie

Supported by The Australian Government

Pitch In, hosted by Lehmo, is a podcast that explores the people who make community sport possible. While the moments on the field often steal the spotlight, this series uncovers the stories behind the game - of the volunteers whose dedication keeps clubs alive, strengthens communities and creates places where people belong.
Travelling across Australia, Pitch In meets the coaches, committee members, parents and local leaders who give their time not for recognition, but because they believe in the power of community. Through powerful conversations and deeply personal stories, the series reveals how volunteering in sport builds connection, resilience and purpose, and why local clubs remain at the heart of communities across the country.
More than a podcast about sport, Pitch In is a celebration of the people who show up, pitch in and make a lasting difference - revealing the human stories, quiet acts of generosity and lifelong commitment that sit at the heart of community sport in Australia.
Produced by Community Broadcasting Association of Australia
Host - Lehmo
Creative Producer &ndash; Eliza Hull
Producer &ndash; Megan Williams
Executive Producer &ndash; Matt Field
Video &ndash; Keiran Watson-Bonnice
Sound Recording and Mixing&ndash; Bruce Armstrong
Additional Sound Recording&ndash; Ed Denton
Music &ndash; James McGuffie
Supported by The Australian Government