We’re a team of highly qualified Health Professionals

Our team of experienced physiotherapists, exercise physiologists and massage therapists, in conjunction with our close links with medical specialists, allows a holistic approach to treatment and injury management.

Mick Moran

Specialist Sports Physiotherapist – Read More

Clare Walsh

FACP Specialist Sports Physiotherapist – Read More

Justin Merlino

Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist – Read More

James Kazaglis

Sports Physiotherapist – Read More

Ross Paikin

Sports Physiotherapist – Read More

Christina Ouzas

Physiotherapist – Read More

Kevin Kim

Physiotherapist – Read More

Jennifer Pringle

Exercise Physiologist – Read More

Cameron Hyde

Exercise Physiologist – Read More

Sarah Lennon

Exercise Physiologist – Read More

Ryan Hope

Exercise Physiologist – Read More

Katerina Blazkova

Massage Therapist

Louise Baskerville

Senior Receptionist

Rebecca Graham

Receptionist

Drew Sellers

Receptionist

Neena Harrison

Receptionist

Rachel Bendeich

Receptionist

Mick Moran

Specialist Sports Physiotherapist

Mick Moran is the Director and Principal Physiotherapist at Stadium Sports Physiotherapy. He qualified as a Specialist Sports Physiotherapist in 2014, as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA), and is a Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapy.

Mick has extensive experience in a wide range of sports at club, state, national and international level including athletics, swimming, triathlon, rugby league, AFL, rowing, gymnastics and water polo. A previous physiotherapist to the NSW Waratahs, Mick has also toured extensively with Athletics Australia and Water Polo Australia covering World Youth Championships and World League Cups. Mick has spent 12 months as the Physiotherapist to the Australian Women’s Rugby 7’s team, helping them to prepare them for the Rio Olympics where they won the Gold Medal. Appointed as the Lead Physiotherapist to Australian Youth Olympic Team in Beunos Aires in 2018, Mick was then appointed as a physiotherapist to the Australian Olympic Team at the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2021.

Mick remains passionate in the education and mentoring of not only his staff but also his fellow colleagues both within the Stadium Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre and the wider physiotherapy and allied health sphere. A former high school teacher, Mick has continued using the skills he has gained through his education background in teaching at The University of Sydney in the fields of anatomy, human biology and neurophysiology. More specifically, Mick has been a clinical supervisor in the Masters of Sports Physiotherapy programs at the University of Sydney and Latrobe University. He has recently been a casual tutor in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy for the Australian Catholic University. Mick has taught extensively on pelvic and rib dysfunctions, hip and groin injury and treatment at Level 1, 2 and 3 Sports Physiotherapy Courses. Previously on the NSW and National committees of Sports Physiotherapy Australia, he continues to be active as an examiner for the SPA Sports Titleholder and Specialist Sports Programs for the College of Physiotherapy.

Mick’s special interest is in injuries of the groin, hip and pelvis. He also has extensive experience in all sports injuries, orthopaedic rehabilitation and casting, and general musculoskeletal physiotherapy including spinal and rib dysfunctions.

Mick is a keen golfer but wishes his skills matched his visions of being the next Major winner. He has a deep appreciation of good food, wine and beer, which does not seem to help his golfing ambitions. Maybe the Seniors Tour?

  • FACP Specialist Sports Physiotherapist Program – Australian College of Physiotherapy 2014
  • MHlthSc (Sports Physio) – The University of Sydney. 2002
  • BAppSc (Physio) HONS – The University of Sydney. 1996
  • BScDipEd – Macquarie University. 1986
  • APAM – Member Australian Physiotherapy Association and Sports Physiotherapy Australia
  • NSWIS Accredited Physiotherapist

Clare Walsh

Clare Walsh (FACP) – Specialist Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist

Clare has worked in sport for more than 20 years with athletes of all levels. She is a Clinical Specialist in Sports & Exercise Physiotherapy and was awarded the prestigious title of Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapists in 2022.

Highlights have been representing Australia as a team physiotherapist at three Olympic Games including two winter and one summer Games.  She worked with the Sydney Swans for 16 years and was responsible for implementing core stability programs for the Swans and NSW Cricket. Other teams of note include the Australian Women’s Water Polo team, Australian Paralympic Football team (Pararoos) and South Sydney Juniors Rugby League representative teams.

This has lead to expertise in all acute and chronic sporting injuries but in particular more complex cases relating to hips, knees and shoulders. Clare is also skilled in working with children and adolescents with knee pain.  She adopts a holistic and goal orientated approach with every patient she sees.

Clare’s passion for physiotherapy extends to teaching undergraduate physiotherapists and educating the general public in injury prevention, health and wellbeing.

Outside of work Clare loves to travel, swim in the ocean and keep fit by running around with her young cavoodle.

  • FACP Specialist Sports Physiotherapist
  • Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapists – 2022
  • MSpPhty, BAppSc (Phty)
  • NSWIS Accredited Physiotherapist

Justin Merlino

Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Justin is one of the Directors at Stadium Sports Physio and has been part of the team since 2014. He completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Sydney University in 2008 and was awarded the Vice-Chancellor scholarship for academic and sporting excellence. He continued his education completing his Masters of Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Griffith University, where he was awarded a certificate of academic excellence for maintaining a distinction average.

Justin has worked in both clinical and sports physiotherapy for over 15 years, treating a wide variety of sports and orthopaedic injuries. Justin’s passion for sports led him to working with the Sydney Swans Academy for 5 years and then the senior AFL team for 4 years, where he gained vast experience in the management of elite athletes in a high-performance environment.

With a background in elite track and field athletics – Justin is a 4-time Australian Champion for the 110m hurdles – he has a keen interest in running and lower limb injuries, working with other athletes to achieve their sporting goals and strength and conditioning in the elite sporting population.

  • BAppSc (Physiotherapy) – The University of Sydney. 2008
  • Masters MSPhty – Griffith University. 2012
  • NSWIS Accredited Service Provider
  • Member of Sports Physiotherapy Association and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Association

James Kazaglis

APA Sports and Exercise Titled Physiotherapist

James joined Stadium Sports Physiotherapy in 2012 and quickly integrated into the sports and orthopaedic physiotherapy programs. James completed his Masters in Sport Physiotherapy and graduated from La Trobe University in October 2014.

James is an APA Sports and Exercise Titled Physiotherapist which acknowledges his training and expertise in physiotherapy and in particular sporting injuries and exercise prescription.

James has worked with teams and players from amateur to professional levels, particularly in cricket, AFL and rugby.

Since 2015 James has been providing coverage to the Sydney Swans Academy which has included training, match day and travel with the team.
James enjoys playing most sports and has previously played cricket at Sydney University, competes in triathlons and completed an Ironman Triathlon in 2013.

James is married with two young children which keeps him on his toes!

  • MSportsPhysio – La Trobe University. Completed 2014
  • Grad Cert Sports Physiotherapy – La Trobe University. 2012
  • BAppSc (Physio) – The University of Sydney. 2007
  • BSecondary Education (Human Movement and Health). 2003
  • Member Australian Physiotherapy Association and Sports Physiotherapy Australia

Ross Paikin

Sports Physiotherapist

Ross joined the Stadium Sports Physiotherapy in 2023. Ross is an APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist having completed his Masters degree in Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy at the Australian Catholic University in 2024. Ross has worked in sports private practice since 2018 and has experience managing a diverse range of sports injuries.

His industry experience and passion for sports physiotherapy has led to his appointment across various elite sporting pathways programs including The South Sydney Rabbitohs, Wests Tigers Rugby League Club, Hockey NSW State Teams and NSW Waratahs Gen Blue Program. Ross also worked as the senior physiotherapist to Hakoah Football Club.

Ross was also appointed Australian Team Physiotherapist for the 2022 Maccabiah Games in Israel and Australian team Head Physiotherapist at the 2023 Maccabi Pan-American Games in Argentina.

Ross is a devoted Sydney Roosters and Liverpool FC supporter and when not watching them play, he loves spending time with friends and family.

  • MSportsExPhty- Australian Catholic University, 2024
  • MACP- Member of the Australian College of Physiotherapy and Sports Physiotherapy Australia
  • ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach, 2020
  • BPhty- Australian Catholic University, 2017

Christina Ouzas

Physiotherapist

Chris aims to work collaboratively with her clients to facilitate their return to the field, track and/or water activities. She places a strong emphasis on injury prevention through education, building strength and resilience.

Chris completed her tertiary education at The University of Sydney. In 2017, she obtained a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology with first class honours followed by a Masters of Physiotherapy in 2019.

Her professional journey commenced in an acute orthopaedic hospital setting, subsequently transitioning into private practice. Currently, Chris manages acute and chronic injuries with a particular interest in contact sports. She places a strong emphasis on injury prevention through education, building strength and resilience.

As a former national level swimmer, competing at the Olympic trials, Chris transitioned her passion to encompass field sports in her early twenties, enjoying playing for her local Rugby Seven’s club. In the past, Chris has worked with a number of sports at varying levels including rugby league, afl, rugby union, basketball, touch footy, soccer, surfing and swimming. Alongside her work in private practice, Chris currently works as Head Physio for the Sydney Roosters Jersey Flegg team and Assistant Physio for the GWS Giants AFLW team.

In her leisure time, Chris enjoys engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking, running and ocean swimming. She is a regular attendee at sports events and takes pleasure in exploring new coffee spots with friends.

  • MPhty
  • BAppSci (Ex Phys) Hons

Kevin Kim

Physiotherapist

Kevin graduated from Macquarie University obtaining a Doctor of Physiotherapy in 2024.

Kevin previously worked as an accountant following his completion of a Bachelor of Commerce. However, through his own recovery experience from an ACL sporting injury, he recognised the importance of rehabilitation and developed a passion in injury prevention and rehabilitation, leading to a purposeful career change to a physiotherapist.

Kevin has had invaluable working experience assisting professional sports teams including Canberra Raiders NRL team and Sydney Swans AFL team with involvement in players’ rehabilitation and match day responsibilities, gaining exposure to both common and uncommon injuries. Due to his own previous recovery experience, he has an empathetic and compassionate approach with all patients.

During this down time, Kevin enjoys participating in Ironmans/Triathlons, Marathons and competing in Oztag Tournaments.

  • Macquarie University Doctor of Physiotherapy
  • Bachelor of Human Science (Major in Human Movement) – prerequisites completed only

Jennifer Pringle

Exercise Physiologist

Jennifer completed her honours degree in exercise science at Liverpool John Moores University, UK in 2011. Keen to see more of the world, she came to Australia where she spent the next 7 years gaining experience in a variety of roles within the health sector; regularly flying to regional areas to provide health services such as health and injury prevention programs for mining workers, and bone density screens in remote communities.

Having observed the ill effects of poor health on many of her patients and a desire to make an impact, Jennifer returned to further education where she embarked on a masters degree in exercise physiology at Australian Catholic University.

As an exercise physiologist, Jennifer prescribes the most appropriate research-informed exercise treatments to guide her patients towards achieving their goals. She enjoys working with a variety of people, whether they’re trying to bounce back from a sporting injury or they’re living with a neurological or chronic disease, Jen implements the same training principles to help her patients to become the best version of themselves.

When it comes to sport, Jen can be described as a ‘Jack of all trades, master of none’, having played hockey, tennis, soccer and touch rugby through her youth. She now tries to practice what she preaches through running and strength training, and recently completed her first sprint triathlon. Appreciating the importance of a work-life balance, Jen is happiest outdoors whether at the beach, exploring national parks or just enjoying a pale ale in the sun.

Cameron Hyde

Exercise Physiologist

Cameron specialises in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and strength and conditioning. He has a keen interest in developing speed for track and field athletes as well as developing injury prevention programs for male and female athletes.

Cameron Hyde is a dedicated and experienced exercise physiologist with a strong passion for improving metabolic health through evidence-based fitness and wellness programs. Specializing in VO2 max testing, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and working with runners of all ages and abilities, Cameron provides comprehensive assessments to help clients understand their bodies and optimize their performance.

With a focus on education and accountability, Cameron empowers individuals to achieve their fitness goals, whether it’s improving cardiovascular health, recovering from injury, or enhancing overall well-being. He believes in creating tailored exercise plans that foster long-term success by building knowledge and confidence in his clients. Through personalised coaching and a commitment to scientific rigor, Cameron supports individuals in transforming their lives and maximising their health potential.

Sarah Lennon

Exercise Physiologist

Sarah is an accomplished exercise physiologist with a strong background in exercise rehabilitation and strength and conditioning. Her diverse experience spans working with complex and chronic conditions, musculoskeletal issues, and paediatric care.

Originally from regional Northern NSW, Sarah’s journey took her to England for a year, broadening her international perspective and skill set. She later relocated to Sydney to advance her education and expertise, focusing on providing holistic and effective rehabilitation to individuals from various backgrounds.

Sarah is adept at managing a range of health challenges, from chronic conditions, neurological and musculoskeletal injuries to supporting the physical development of children. Sarah is dedicated to ensuring a supportive and enjoyable rehabilitation experience for her patients. Her approach is centred around creating personalised programs that address each individual’s unique needs and goals. Whether assisting with injury recovery, enhancing athletic performance, alleviating pain, or promoting general well-being, Sarah is committed to guiding her patients towards their highest potential.

With a lifelong passion for sports, Sarah enjoys helping others achieve and improve their sporting goals. Her personal experience, empathetic approach and professional knowledge drive her to offer effective, engaging, and customised rehabilitation strategies.

Ryan Hope

Exercise Physiologist

Ryan is an experienced exercise physiologist who firmly believes in the power of exercise as medicine. With a strong background in injury rehabilitation and a passion for promoting health and well-being, Ryan is dedicated to helping individuals harness the benefits of exercise to improve their overall health and quality of life.

Ryan is a dedicated exercise physiologist with a passion for helping individuals improve their health and fitness. Ryan holds a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a master’s degree in clinical Exercise Physiology, and has extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients.

Throughout Ryan’s career has worked with individuals of all ages and fitness levels, from athletes to seniors. Ryan is committed to helping clients achieve their best selves through safe, effective, and enjoyable exercise. Having played semi professional soccer for the past 11 years, Ryan has a keen interest in sporting related injuries in particular ACL pre and post rehab.

As an exercise physiologist, Ryan understands the importance of an evidence-based approach staying up to date on the latest research and literature. Ryan works closely with clients to develop exercise programs that a can help clients achieve their goals more efficiently and effectively.

Outside of the clinic Ryan enjoys playing soccer, good food and a drink, golf, and surfing on the south coast.