Keynote Speaker

With a genuine passion and the ability to connect at all levels, from grassroots to professional sports, Nathan is a highly sought-after speaker. His wealth of experience and sincere approach make him the perfect choice to inspire and engage audiences, ensuring a lasting impact on their sporting journeys.

  • ‘Nathan’s presentation to our broader community was exceptional. His insight into individual training programs and the importance of a collaborative approach with student wellbeing at the centre of the decision making was invaluable.’

    Michael Wilson- Head of Sport (Xavier College)

  • ‘I had the pleasure of listening to Nathan present a seminar at Toowoomba Grammar School. As a staff member and a parent of three boys at TGS, I drifted in and out of professional and personal examples throughout the seminar, which was very rewarding. I highly recommend reading Nathan’s book The Sporting Parent and taking the time to hear him present in person.’

    Steve Fryer - Director of Sport and Activities (Toowoomba Grammar School)

  • ‘Nathan gave an amazing presentation to our school community. He was precise on the importance of adopting a holistic approach to long-term athlete development. I would highly recommend parents of youth athletes and schools to read The Sporting Parent and hear him present in person.’

    Elliot Taylor - Athlete Performance & Development Specialist (Trinity Grammar School)

  • ‘The presentation was insightful, engaging and a handy reminder for coaches working in different age brackets with varying levels of skills & abilities.’

    Martin Docherty- Club Technical Director (Lions F.C)

  • ‘Nathan draws on his extensive experience working within youth sports to provide a rational and balanced approach to the development of young athletes. He provides fantastic practical information and is an engaging speaker. I highly recommend The Sporting Parent to anyone searching for information on how to help children navigate through their sporting journey.’

    Rob Fowkes - Former Head of Athletic Development (St Augustine’s College)

  • ‘It was great from a community perspective to hear Nathan speak with refreshing clarity to parents about the reasons children participate enthusiastically in sport in the first place. Our role as parents is to help them enjoy and grow through the experience and become life-long participants in physical activity.’

    Benjamin Barrington-Higgs - Principal Newington College (Preparatory School)

  • ‘Nathan’s easily relatable presenting style, combined with his experience and knowledge of developing young athletes creates a highly engaging and informative address for parents and teachers alike. Nathan’s seminar was greatly appreciated by our parents.’

    Mark Oliphant - Head of Senior School (Toowoomba Grammar School)

  • 'Nathan delivered an insightful presentation that spoke candidly about the experiences of students, parents, and educators on their voyage through a child’s sporting journey. He touched on numerous relevant topics that generated some spirited discussion by the parents.'

    Jonathan Harvey - Deputy Principle (Co-curricular) (St Augustine’s College)

  • ‘Nathan’s presentation resonated with me on a number of levels. It was a highly informed presentation highlighted by his approach to assisting children in their athletic endeavours in a positive and supportive manner. A great presentation followed by some really insightful discussion.’

    John White- Head of Sports Operations (Xavier College)