“It Was Forced on Me — and It Changed Me Forever”: Paul Bugg on Family, Sport & Inclusion

19/09/2025 33 min Temporada 3 Episodio 6
“It Was Forced on Me — and It Changed Me Forever”: Paul Bugg on Family, Sport & Inclusion

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In this episode of Father Figures, Justin sits down with Paul Bugg — long-time president of the Sharks Basketball Club, husband, dad, and proud “Pa Bugg” to his grandkids. Paul opens up about raising his son Andy, who has Down syndrome, and how advocating for him shaped both his family life and his leadership in the community. From coaching under-10s to creating opportunities for all abilities teams, Paul shares what it means to step up when you see gaps, why anger doesn’t solve problems, and how love and persistence can spark lasting change. Plus, hear Andy drop in at the end with his take on basketball, lunch, and who his favourite parent really is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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