Spud’s Game: Time 2 Talk

It’s Time 2 Talk about mental health and suicide prevention. 

Almost 1 in 2 Australians will experience mental ill-health at some point in their life. 

The Saints have teamed up with Movember to deliver the 2nd annual Spud's Game, a momentous match for mental health happening in Round 14 of the AFL on Friday 17 June.

We’re on a mission, to reduce the risk of suicide in the community, and look after our mates. Having strong social connections, and talking more, can help to protect against anxiety, depression and even suicide.

Spud’s Game encourages us to go beyond the banter and take action for the mental health of our mates, while raising life-saving funds to deliver pioneering mental health and suicide prevention programs through the Danny Frawley Centre.

By purchasing a virtual footy you can help us look after the mental health of our mates, and fund lifesaving mental health and suicide prevention programs delivered through the new Danny Frawley Centre.

Virtual footys can be named and shared across social media.

We do it for the mate we miss. For the mate doing it tough. For the team. For the community. For Spud.

Get around the footy for a mate.

Where the money goes

Funds raised will honour Spud’s legacy and help fund life-saving mental health and suicide prevention programs delivered through the Danny Frawley Centre for Health and Wellbeing (DFC), including Movember’s Ahead of the Game.

The DFC opened its door to the public in February 2022 and is well underway in its mission to improve the mental health outcomes of the community. By the end of 2022, the DFC will also encompass a recovery centre, wellness hub, gym and consulting suites for allied health practitioners.

If you or one of your mates is feeling low or overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out for support.

Immediate support:
To speak with someone immediately, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636.

If you're ever worried that someone's life is in immediate danger, call 000 or go directly to emergency services.

General support:
Head to www.movember.com/getsupport and check out our support service categories for more information.