Menopause doesn't mean the end of your sporting journey. In fact, for many women, it's simply another chapter — and one that deserves far more understanding, support and conversation.In this episode of Held Ball: Keeping the Ball in Grassroots Netball, Georgi is joined by Kate for an honest and open conversation about menopause, perimenopause and staying active through change.Kate shares her personal experience of experiencing surgical menopause in her early thirties, while Georgi brings her experience as a coach and NetballHer Champion for Worcestershire to explore how menopause can affect women both on and off the netball court.We talk about:🏐 What menopause and perimenopause actually mean🧠 The physical and mental symptoms that can affect players💪 How fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, poor sleep and changing confidence can impact performance❤️ The frustration of feeling like your body isn't doing what it used to🌸 Why compassion matters when your performance changes🤝 How teammates, coaches and clubs can better support women💬 Why talking openly about menopause can help break down stigma👟 Why your value as a player is about so much more than performance🌟 The importance of creating grassroots clubs where women feel seen, supported and able to keep playingWe also have our usual Scarletts Shoutouts, a menopause-themed Pass, Shoot, Stand Out of Play, and plenty of honest chat about fans, coaches and players navigating hot flushes, extra water breaks and the joys of playing in a sports hall in July!This isn't a medical episode — we're sharing experiences and talking about the importance of opening up the conversation. Everyone's menopause journey is different, and if symptoms are affecting your health, speak to a healthcare professional.Because whether you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, surgical menopause, supporting a teammate, or simply trying to understand more…There is still a place for you on the court.The game doesn't end here. 💪🏐❤️🎧 Subscribe to Held Ball wherever you listen to your podcasts and follow @scarlettsnetballclub on social media.#HeldBall #GrassrootsNetball #Netball #Menopause #Perimenopause #NetballHer #WomensSport #WomenInSport #KeepPlaying