The Sports Career Podcast

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Anne Parmenter, the Head Field Hockey Coach at Trinity College, in the USA. With over 25 years of experience in hockey coaching, Anne has taken Trinity to the NESCAC Championship Tournament for the 10th year in a row. Also, in 2014  Anne was the National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Regional Coach of the Year! Thinking about pursuing a career in...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Dr. Dave Alred, MBE. Dave is a performance coach, where he works with elite athletes around the world to support their needs, so they can perform at the highest level whilst under pressure. For example, he has worked with different athletes in different sports like football, rugby, and golf, such as David James, Jonny Wilkinson, and Luke Donald. David is in...

  This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Luca Massaro the CEO and Founder of WePlay. Where he works with iconic sports brands to enhance their reach to new audiences through digital engagement. In this episode, you will learn how 'Digital Marketing' is transforming the sport's industry. Click 'PLAY' and have a listen, ENJOY!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Michael Finnigan the Chairman and Founder of i2i. Michael has an inspiring career journey where he works with top businesses, elite sports organisations, and professional athletes to support their needs to create positive results. For example, he has assisted with a number of professional football teams such as Everton Football Club, Wigan Athletic, and Bol...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Dr. Haley Perlus, a sports psychologist professor, author, and an international speaker. In the sports industry, Haley has worked with National sports teams from the USA, Canada, and Australia. Where she works with Professional and Olympic athletes to tailor their needs by applying mental toughness to enhance their peak performance. If you want to pursue a...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Lex Albrecht. Lex is a professional road cyclist and a member of the Canadian national cycling team. Lex is the current champion of Quebec and a multi-podium finisher at the Canadian National Championships. In this episode, Lex will share her career journey and explain why 'muscle recovery' is important in her sport. Very fascinating!!!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Paul Assaiante, a two time Olympic coach of the year and the current head coach of the men's squash team at Trinity College, Connecticut, United States.  From 1999-2011, Paul guided Trinity to 13 consecutive CSA National Championships Titles with 252 wins in a row. Paul's overall record is 399 wins and 15 loses, in 23 years. This is a fascinating interview,...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Keith Power, the High Performance Sports Director for the Malaysia Government. Most of all, Keith has an impressive CV with over 25 years of experience in the Sports Industry. Working with professional athletes, National Governing Bodies and professional sport teams in Football, Rugby and many more. In this interview, Keith will share his career journey and...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Alwyn Belcher. Alwyn, is an unsung hero in boxing, and recognised for his services as a boxing trainer. Where he trains some of the most talented and iconic boxers around the United Kingdom such as the 2004 Olympic Silver Medalist Amir Khan, the Two Time Olympic Gold Medalist Nicola Adams MBE, and many more! Alwyn has over 50 years of experience as a boxing...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Naomi Hartl, the PE Development Technology Specialist for SPARK programs. At the beginning, she started her career as a Physical Education teacher. Naomi has a real passion about PE, where she will share her career journey and explain how technology can support PE teachers during a class. If you are thinking about pursuing a career as a PE teacher, this epi...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Ishveen Anand, an entrepreneur and the founder of Opensponsorship. Ishveen has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the sports industry. This interview, she will share her career journey and explain what impact sponsorship has in modern day sport. If you are thinking about pursuing a career in sports sponsorship, this episode will help you out!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Grace Dafoe. Grace is a self-funded elite Skeleton athlete from Canada. She has a full-time job and trains on the ice 6 days a week. This interview is the 'real deal' and Grace shares her career journey by explaining why priorities are important to her lifestyle. This interview is my personal favourite so far because it inspires me how people like Grace pus...

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce David Goldblatt, a BBC broadcaster, journalist for The Guardian, and author of seven sports books. David will share his career journey, and explain the core skills you need to be a sports writer. If you are thinking about pursuing a career in sports journalism, this is a MUST listen, really the career advice is Gold!!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Jarrod Robinson, a PE Teacher and the founder of The PE Geek. Jarrod will share his career journey and explain the core qualities you need to be a PE teacher. If you are thinking about pursuing a career as a PE teacher, this episode will help you out!!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce John Lee Dumas, the founder of EOFire and the author of The Freedom Journal. John is a role model of mine, he will share his career journey and explain how you can achieve a goal in 100 days. If you are thinking about achieving a BIG goal in your life, this episode will help you out. Plus I am completing the journal too, if that helps!!!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Ollie Hall, the head coach at Leviathan Fitness. In this episode, Ollie will share his inspiring career journey and explain what skills you need to be a gym instructor in the fitness industry. If you want to work in the fitness industry, this episode will help you out!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Paul Brighten, the Co-Founder of Entourage Sports & Entertainment. In this episode, Paul will share his 10 years experience in the sports industry, and explain the attitude you need to start a career in this competitive industry. If you want a career in the sports industry, this episode is a MUST listen!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Vincent Morrissey, a mental performance coach. In this episode, Vincent will share his career journey and explain how 'Self-Mastery' maximises performance in elite sport. Very inspiring, have a listen!  

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Joe Southwell, the founder of J.S. Conditioning. In this episode, Joe will share his career journey and explain how his sports science degree has been applied in the Fitness Industry. Listen to find out more!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Dorian Esterer, the CEO of The Football Business Academy. In this episode, Dorian will share his career journey and explain how you can start a career in the football industry. If you love football and you want to start a career in this exciting industry it's a MUST listen!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Adam Houlahan, author and Key Note Speaker specialising in social media. Adam is in the top 1% of most viewed profiles on LinkedIn. In this episode, Adam will share his career journey and explain how you can improve your personal brand on social media. It is a MUST LISTEN if you want to build an authentic following on social media!!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Jamie Foale, the CEO and co-founder of MyLocalPitch. In this episode, Jamie will share his career journey and explain how booking sports facilities online can increase people staying physically active in their day-to-day lifestyle. Be inspired and have a listen!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Shane O'Brien, a headteacher and an Olympic gold medalist at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. In this episode, Shane will share his career journey and explain the attitude an elite athlete needs when competing for Gold at the Olympics. Very fascinating, it's a must listen!

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Martin Robert Hall, who is a sports performance coach. In this episode, Martin will explain his career in the sports industry and how he did it. Listen to find out more?

This week, it's my pleasure to introduce Neal Meyer, who is a senior Director at the National Basketball Association. In this episode, Neal will share his career journey in Basketball. Neal will explain how you can be a basketball coach in the NBA.