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Join SMA and the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport (JSAMS) for a one-day, hybrid (in-person and livestream) Heat Management in Sport and Exercise symposium. 

This event brings together leading experts and practitioners to discuss policies, strategies, and real-world applications for managing heat in athletic and community settings. Each session includes roundtable discussions for an interactive experience.

PROGRAM

Session 1 | 11.00am - 12.30pm 

Practical applications of heat policies for athletes and communities 

Speakers:

• Professor Ollie Jay, The University of Sydney 
• Prof John Orchard, The University of Sydney
• Dr Sharron Flahive, CMO National Rugby League
• Dr James Smallcombe, The University of Sydney 

Lunch | 12.30pm - 1.30pm 

Session 2 | 1.30pm - 3.00pm 

Heat mitigation strategies and implementation for endurance and team sports 

Speakers:  

• Edgar Schwarz, Saarland University & University of Technology Sydney 
• Prof Rob Duffield, University of Technology Sydney 
• Prof Julien Périard, University of Canberra 

Session 3 | 3.00pm - 5.00pm 

Practitioner Perspectives 

Speakers: 

• Dr Katie Slattery, NSWIS Cycling
• Erin McCleave, Rowing Australia
• Fabian Ehrmann, Sports Science Consultant (ex Football Australia)
• Sally Walker, Sports Dietitians Australia 

COST:

• In-person: SMA Ticket: $125 | SMA Student Ticket: $80 | Non-Member Ticket: $250
• Livestream: SMA Ticket: $100 | SMA Student Ticket: $50 | Non-Member Ticket: $200