Behind the Whistle: Women in Officiating / Derrière le sifflet : femmes en arbitrage
Behind the Whistle: Women in Officiating / Derrière le sifflet : femmes en arbitrage
Podcast Description
Behind the Whistle, presented by She is Active New Brunswick, shines a spotlight on women officials from across the province. Through showcasing their stories, we explore their journeys – highlighting successes, navigating challenges, and uncovering what it means to be a woman official in 2025.
With research showing that women and girls participate in sport and recreation at lower rates than boys and men, She is Active is committed to amplifying their voices. This series celebrates the role of women in officiating – because behind every whistle, there’s a story that deserves to be told.
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The podcast explores themes related to female representation in sports, challenges faced by women officials, and personal journeys in officiating. Episodes like the debut featuring women from various sports—including volleyball, cricket, soccer, hockey, and gymnastics—illustrate the diverse experiences and perspectives of women in officiating roles.
Behind the Whistle, presented by She is Active New Brunswick, shines a spotlight on women officials from across the province. Through showcasing their stories, we explore their journeys – highlighting successes, navigating challenges, and uncovering what it means to be a woman official in 2025.
With research showing that women and girls participate in sport and recreation at lower rates than boys and men, She is Active is committed to amplifying their voices. This series celebrates the role of women in officiating – because behind every whistle, there’s a story that deserves to be told.
We’re back with another episode of Behind the Whistle: Women in Officiating! Episode 4 highlights Chantal Rochon, a basketball referee from Fredericton.
From falling in love with the adrenaline and competition in her first games to navigating pressure and learning to embrace discomfort, Chantal reflects on her officiating journey over the past nine years.
She shares the impact of key mentors, the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone, and some of the moments that have stayed with her – from refereeing a national gold medal game to being cheered on by young girls in the crowd.
Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look into what it’s like to officiate at the national level, and how Chantal is helping pave the way for other women and girls in the province.
Please note that this episode is only available in English.
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