LibGuides: First Nations: Sportspeople and Leaders

Adam Goodes

This book thinks ya deadly! : A celebration of Blak excellence by Corey Tutt ; illustrations by Molly Hunt
Call Number: NF 305.89915 TUT
ISBN: 9781741178159
Publication Date: 2023
Includes a section on Adam Goodes.

The Final Quarter 2019 documentary. ClickView video (75 min.).

Adam Goodes on Anh Do's Brush with Fame 2018. ClickView video (28 min.).

GO Foundation website
The GO Foundation was co-founded in 2009 by Adam Goodes and Michael Long, along with friend James Gallichan. It aims to empower young indigenous people through educational opportunities and strong connections to community and culture.

Defining Moments: Nicky Winmar’s stand - National Museum of Australia
1993: AFL player Nicky Winmar responds to racist abuse from spectators
Nicky Winmar stands up to racism in the AFL - Deadly Story
Thirty years ago Nicky Winmar took a stand against racism. Young players continue to follow his lead - NITV
"From Josh Addo-Carr, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan and Adam Goodes, the impact of Nicky Winmar's powerful stance has rung through the ages and lifted the lid on racial abuse for Indigenous athletes."

Nicky Winmar Black and Proud (Real Human Stories). Youtube video (3 min.).

Defining Moments: Cathy Freeman - National Museum of Australia
2000: Cathy Freeman lights the Olympic flame at the Sydney Olympics and wins the 400 metres gold medal
Cathy Freeman - AIATIS
Somewhere deep inside, I’d absorbed all the pain and suffering my people had endured and turned it into a source of strength. — Cathy Freeman
11 First Nations Icons: Cathy Freeman - Common Ground
Cathy Freeman - Britannica School entry
Cathy Freeman Wins Gold Medal - Deadly Story

Freeman documentary. ClickView video (58 min.).

Born to Run: My Story by Cathy Freeman
Call Number: BIOGRAPHY 796.42092 FRE
ISBN: 0143302388
Publication Date: 2007

The Long Walk: 10 Years. ClickView video (21 min.).

Michael Long Foundation website
Established in 2015, the Michael Long Foundation aims "to enhance young Indigenous lives with unique and dedicated education programs that focus on cultural connections, health, wellbeing, employment and leadership through harnessing the power of AFL football in the Northern Territory."