Health and Wellness: Strong Minds. Strong Team
We Talk About It. We Back Each Other.
At the Toronto Eagles Australian Football, we pride ourselves on being more than just a footy club, we’re a community. That means supporting each other not only on the field but off it too. Mental health is just as important as physical fitness, and we’re committed to making sure every Eagle knows: it’s okay to speak up.
Being part of the Eagles means having each other’s backs, physically, mentally, emotionally. Mental health isn’t separate from performance; it’s at the core of it. A healthy mind fuels better decisions, stronger relationships, and longer careers in sport and life.
💬 Why Mental Health Matters in Sport
Whether you’re battling game-day pressure, juggling life outside footy, or just not feeling like yourself — you’re not alone. Mental health challenges are common among men and athletes, and they don’t mean you’re weak, they mean you’re human.
Taking care of your mental health improves:
- Focus and decision-making on the field
- Confidence and motivation
- Relationships with mates, family, and coaches
- Your overall wellbeing and long-term success
🔹 Common Mental Health Challenges for Athletes
- Performance anxiety or fear of letting the team down
- Injuries that affect confidence or identity
- Burnout from balancing work, training, and life
- Isolation or homesickness (especially for expats)
- Depression or anxiety that creeps in unnoticed
🛠️ Support & Resources
📞 Talk to Someone
- Wellness Together Canada (Free, 24/7): 1-866-585-0445
- CMHA Toronto: Local mental health support & counselling
- MindFit: Mental health for athletes and sportspeople
📱 Mental Health Apps We Recommend
- MindShift – anxiety management
- Headspace – mindfulness & meditation
- MoodMission – strategies when you feel low or anxious
🧢 Leaders Lead by Listening
Mental health check-ins are part of our team culture. Your attitude sets the tone. Just asking “You good?” and listening can be a game-changer. A strong team culture includes emotional support. It starts with all of us.
💡 How You Can Help a Mate
- Notice changes in mood, attitude, or energy
- Don’t minimize, listen without fixing
- Encourage them to talk to someone
- Remind them they’re not a burden, they’re valued
💬 You’re Always Part of the Team
No matter what you’re going through, you’re not on your own. The Toronto Eagles are more than a team, we’re a family. We are your team, your brothers, your support network. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to face it by yourself. Let’s keep building a culture where every player feels supported, respected, and heard.
🦅 #TogetherWeFly
Let’s keep showing what it means to be an Eagle: tough on the field, real off it, and united through it all.
📧 Private Support
Need a private check-in? Reach out confidentially to a member of the club’s leadership group. We’re here to support, no judgment, no pressure.