Protip Conversations

Had the absolute pleasure to interview Kumar Erramilli who is a true all rounder in every sense of the word. We explore his journey as a competitive cricketer, playing in the highest division in Canada to being a CTO & a successful entrepreneur and now a Venture Capitalist. In this chat, Kumar talks about the parallels between sports and business and how he applies his learnings across both. L...

Michael Duncan is the Director of Operations, at 4th Quarter Training in the Greater Toronto Area. He has coached and played multiple sports at a high level. He has played semi-pro Football (American) for the London Olympians and Brighton B52s and won the European championship with the English National Team. He has built winning football programs for Oshawa Hawkeyes, Toronto Titans. We speak with...

Shreyas Movva is a Canadian cricketer. In October 2019, he was named as the vice-captain of Canada's squad for the 2019–20 Regional Super 50 tournament in the West Indies. He made his List A debut on 8 November 2019, for Canada against the Leeward Islands, in the Regional Super50 tournament. In October 2021, he was named in Canada's Twenty20 International (T20I) squad for the 2021 ICC Men&...

Ross Dewar is the founder of Cricket Strength where his mission is to help Cricketers get Faster, Bowl Quicker for longer without getting hurt. Dewsy (as he’s affectionately known) has worked in Professional Cricket since 2000, working with Somerset, Northamptonshire (Northants), and Worcestershire Counties as the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach. Ross has a degree in Sports Science and a pa...

Chris has been training since age 12 and has been teaching since age 16. He is skilled in teaching all ages and all levels of experience. Chris has opened multiple gyms and currently runs two facilities in both Tuscon and San Francisco. He is the father of two boys—CJ and Kage. Achievements: • Retired fighter for Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) • Veteran of WEC, Strikeforce, Elite XC • Profes...

Gem Mil is a Muay Thai trainer at Rise Combat Sports in San Francisco. He has many years of experience training, competing, and coaching all levels of Muay Thai in the SF Bay Area. Learn more about Protip at: https://protip.app/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@protip_conversations Instagram: https://instagram.com/protip_app Facebook: https://facebook.com/app.protip LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/com...

In this episode we speak to ex-Canadian Cricketer Monali Patel. Monali has been involved in cricket from playing, commentating, coaching and now educating coach trainers. After her playing career she transitioned into coaching co-founding the Kitchener-Waterloo Cricket Academy. She has had stints commentating for Cricket Canada as well as at the franchise cricket level. Monali was recently appoint...

Linnea Erikkson is a pro fighter living in Thailand and training at Powerhouse Phuket. In this episode we talk with Linnea about fighting and training in Thailand and her experiences as a pro fighter. Instragam: https://www.instagram.com/muaythaiclutz Powerhouse Phuket: https://www.powerhousephuket.com/ Learn more about Protip at: https://protip.app/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@protip_conversati...

Tom Scollay (Scolls) is the founder of Cricket Mentoring. In Part 2, we discuss Scolls' coaching philosophy and how the 6 Pillars of Success works as well as the importance of the 4 R's cycle when batting. Cricket Mentoring is a Perth-based organization made up of cricket coaches and mentors that help individuals (cricketers, coaches, and parents) and groups (clubs, schools and academies)...

Tom Scollay (Scolls) is the founder of Cricket Mentoring. Cricket Mentoring is a Perth-based organization made up of cricket coaches and mentors that help individuals (cricketers, coaches, and parents) and groups (clubs, schools and academies) around the world develop themselves in all of ‘The 6 Pillars of Success’. With nearly half a million followers across social media channels, they've bec...

Gio Colussi is a Batting Performance Specialist. To date he has empowered Pro Batsmen to an average improvement of 49.45% above career batting averages in under 16 weeks, with his 3 Step SIMPLE Batting Process, working remotely online. Gio focusses on the mind first and equips players with processes proven to improve batting performance measurably. Gio is the founder of SIMPLE Batting (www.simpleb...

Jeremy Gordon is a Canadian Cricketer who debuted for Canada in 2012. Jeremy is a fast bowler who routinely clocks at 140kph/~90mph (a rarity in Canadian Cricketing Circles). Jeremy has also represented Guyana prior to representing Canada. Jeremy is also the founder and Head Coach of The Gordon Pace Academy where he is making an impact on the next generation of fast bowlers & cricketers. If yo...

Kenneth Daniel is an award winning basketball coach who has served the Scarborough, Ontario area for over 25 years. He has been recognized on many occasions for championing the cause of making places available for youth to learn and participate in positive activities. For his diligent community service, Ken was a recipient of the prestigious Marcus Garvey Memorial Award. Ken remains a role model w...

Today we have an incredible guest on the show. Oliver Prince. In the early 2000s Oliver was a top ranked high school basketball phenom in Toronto and overall in Canada. There was a single moment that changed the trajectory of his career and we touch upon that and more of his journey in this episode. Oliver Prince went on to play NCAA basketball for teams such as Florida A&M. Oliver has now tra...

J17 Fitness & Movement Facilitation RMT, CSCS, HBSc Co-Founder of J17 Fitness & Founder Movement Facilitation Inc. Shon is a Strength and Conditioning Specialist and sports scientist that focuses on facilitating efficient movement strategies - specifically change of direction ability.  He uses a data-driven and evidence-informed approach to understanding athletes' movement analysis, in...

Bree Knitter is a professional Muay Thai Fighter & Coach living, training and competing in Thailand. She is the top ranked US Female Fighter in her division. Bree speaks with us about her journey into Muay Thai and her experiences as a pro fighter. To connect and get coaching with Bree, visit protip.app/pro/bree Gyms/Coaches WWMT/Vor Hemtanon (2016 - 2017) Rise Combat - Bunkerd Faphimai (2017...

Laura Dotson is a health & wellness coach specializing in nutrition, fitness and behavioural change. Laura Dotson is the owner of Lively X Studio in Palo Alto.  Lively X is a personal training, fitness, and nutrition studio. She brings a holistic view to training and fitness.  She has advised top Silicon Valley teams from the Google Food Team to the Culinary Institute of America and is nationa...

Titus Channer is the founder and Head Coach of New Horizon Basketball in the Greater Toronto Area. Titus attended McMaster University in Canada, where he has made his mark as the schools All–time leading scorer and was inducted to the McMaster Hall of Fame. He played professional basketball in Europe for 7 years. He would go on to become a member of the Canadian Men’s National Basketball Team, win...

Founder and Trainer at California Martial Athletics https://www.cmasf.net/   Youngest apprentice instructor of the Thai Boxing Association of America under Ajarn Chai Sirisute (2009)  5+ years teaching experience at multiple East Coast Muay Thai academies  5+ years teaching at top California Muay Thai academies  Registered cornerman for amateur and pro competitors under IKF  Top ranked amateur com...

Jon Horford is a retired professional basketball player and now an active coach. He played four years with the Michigan Wolverines ending with the 2013–14 team and then transferred to the Florida Gators for the 2014–15 season. He was an All-State high school basketball player for Grand Ledge High School in Michigan.    Jon runs Blueprint Athletes Basketball which he created based on his deep-roote...

Peter Le is a Muay Thai specialist with experience coaching a variety of clients, from complete beginner hobbyists to experienced fighters, in striking arts since 2011. His experience in MMA and Sanda (Chinese kickboxing) allows him to provide training geared towards grapplers as well.   Learn more and connect with Peter at www.protip.app/pro/peter-le  Check out Peter's YouTube channel at http...

Nikhil has been a professional cricketer for 8 years. He has played in various T20 leagues around the world including Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Global T20 (Canada), and Bangladesh Premier League. Nikhil has represented Canada at the U15s, U19s, and Senior level.   Learn how you can get coaching and advice from Nikhil @ protip.app/pro/nikhil CPL Kevin Pietersen's Wicket - https://www.yout...

A discussion with Alby Tam a Muay Thai athlete and coach recently back from training in Thailand. Alby currently trains and teaches in San Francisco as well as New York.  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alby_tee/ Rise Combat Sports, San Francisco http://www.fightandfitness.com/fnf/ Woodenman Muay Thai, San Francisco: https://www.woodenmanmuaythai.com/ Neungsiam: https://www.instagram.com/neung...

Such a great conversation with Jacob Aringo, who is a Boxing Trainer at Rise Combat Sports in the Bay Area. He is also a  middle school STEAM teacher.  It was interesting to hear how Jacob brings his pedagogical experience into boxing coaching by establishing the building blocks necessary for his students and athletes to excel. Boxing Trainer | Rise Combat Sports, San Francisco http://www.fightand...

In this episode we chat with Shaheed Keshvani. Shaheed shares with us his journey beginning from Rep Hockey & Soccer to playing for the Canadian team in Cricket. He also goes in depth about his coaching, training and performance philosophy and mindset. Bio:  Shaheed is a Level 3 Qualified Coach, Cricket Specific Athletic Trainer and former International Cricketer who brings experience, knowled...