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Dribble podcast: Former Perth Wildcats coach Scott Morrison on the autism diagnosis for son Max

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Former Perth Wildcats coach Scott Morrison.
Camera IconFormer Perth Wildcats coach Scott Morrison. Credit: Jackson Flindell/The West Australian

Former Perth Wildcats coach Scott Morrison and his wife Susanne join The West Australian newspaper’s Craig O’Donoghue on a special edition of The Dribble Podcast to discuss the reasons behind their decision to return to Canada.

1:00 Scott Morrison outlines what he told the team about two-year-old son Max when he resigned.

4:00 Susanne explains when they started having concerns for Max

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6:00 The harrowing story of a $10,000 MRI on Max’s brain while the Wildcats were stuck outside of Western Australia.

11:00 How hard was it for Scott to be away during such a difficult time?

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12:30 The financial cost of being a Canadian trying to access the Australian health system.

Scott Morrison’s family went through a lot while living in WA
Camera IconScott Morrison’s family went through a lot while living in WA Credit: Jackson Flindell/The West Australian

15:00 Why being in Canada changed everything for the family.

18:30 How FACES helped the Morrisons and how they can help you too (faceswa.com)

21:00 How is Max?

22:30 Scott reveals the mental toll of his life off the court.

24:50 Where to now for Max?

27:00 Scott pays tribute to owners Sports Entertainment Group for their help.

29:00 Susanne’s important message for parents

32:00 Scott reflects on Luke Travers being drafted into the NBA

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