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Should athletes just shut up and play ball? No – society is changing and sport sponsorship must too

While it’s risky to “bite the hand that feeds you”, athlete advocacy is reflective of activism within broader society.

Australian netball players and Australian cricketer Pat Cummins. If sporting bodies want to stay relevant and respected, athlete concerns cannot be ignored.

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