Scoreboard

In Episode 43 of Scoreboard , Chris Titley sits down with rising cricket star Hugh Weibgen, fresh off his breakout Big Bash campaign, to talk backyard beginnings, captaining Australia U19s, and learning fast under stadium lights. Hugh shares what it was like to open the batting with David Warner, debut in front of 48,000 screaming fans, and get subbed into a game after a freak injury. He reflects...

In Episode 42 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with WNBL CEO Jennie Sager about her whirlwind first 100 days in the role, her global career across sport, tech, and television—and how she plans to take women’s basketball in Australia to the next level. Jennie reflects on her sliding doors moment that brought her to Australia, her start in broadcast TV, helping launch Twitter in Asia Pacific,...

In Episode 41 of Scoreboard , Chris Titley sits down with Josh Brown—the humble Queenslander turned Big Bash star—who went from indoor cricket comps and subbies 250s to smashing 60 off 23 at the Gabba on New Year’s Day. Josh opens up about his rapid rise, being called up by the Heat, and how indoor cricket, gym sessions, and a contact lens prescription helped launch his pro career. He shares the n...

In Episode 40 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with Clare Jamison —Team GB beach sprint rower, accountant by day, silver medallist by weekend —about her love for water, her training base in Brisbane, and why Olympic dreams are now very real. Claire unpacks the adrenaline-fuelled world of beach sprint rowing: launching from sand, navigating waves, and sprinting to a buzzer like a lifeguard o...

In Episode 39 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Olympian and Australian Baseball League GM Paul Gonzalez, just days after a major announcement about Brisbane 2032’s Olympic venues. Paul reflects on his journey from gang-heavy neighbourhoods in Texas to playing professional baseball all over the world—including a stop in Brisbane that changed his life. He opens up about wearing the g...

In Episode 38 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with Steph Fretwell—netball star, Commonwealth Games gold medallist, and all-time flatpack enthusiast—about chasing childhood dreams, learning hard truths, and finally hanging up the green and gold dress on her own terms. Steph opens up about the VCR moment that lit the fire at age six, why she moved interstate to chase a contract, and how one...

In Episode 37 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Ron Shell—CEO of the National Pickleball League—to talk about growing a sport from retirement homes to a nationwide movement with Prosecco nights, sponsors, and Olympic dreams. Ron shares how a random invite in the US turned into a full-blown obsession, why pickleball is more than just a game, and how he’s using business smarts from hi...

In Episode 36 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Elyse Villani , Australian cricketer, to discuss her journey in the sport, the evolution of women’s cricket , and how she’s rediscovered her love for the game . Elyse reflects on her early days balancing cricket with university , the shift to full-time professionalism , and the mental challenges of selection, pressure, and performance...

In Episode 35 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Courtney Sippel , professional cricketer, to discuss her journey in cricket, overcoming setbacks , and finding joy in the game again . Courtney opens up about her rise through Queensland Cricket , the challenges of professional sport , and the mental resilience required to navigate tough seasons . She also shares insights into balancin...

In Episode 34 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with former world champion Jeff Horn to discuss his boxing career, life after sport , and his mission to combat bullying through Bullyproof Australia . Jeff shares stories from his rise in boxing , including his unforgettable victory over Manny Pacquiao , and the mental and physical challenges that come with professional sport. He opens up...

In Episode 33 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Bella Nasser, Australian Rugby Sevens captain, to chat about her rise in the sport, life on the Sevens circuit, and how she balances leadership, performance, and just having fun. Bella opens up about captaining Australia to victory, the mental side of elite sport, and why resilience and taking opportunities are key to success. She refl...

In Episode 32 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Chris Bond, captain of the Australian Steelers wheelchair rugby team, to talk about resilience, elite competition, and the journey from a life-changing illness to Paralympic gold. Bondi opens up about the highs and lows of his career, including the heartbreak of Paris 2024, the mindset needed to bounce back, and what it takes to lead o...

In Episode 31 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with former NBA player Orlando Johnson to talk about the highs and lows of professional basketball, the lessons learned from the game, and his journey into life after sport. Orlando reflects on his path from childhood dreams to playing 103 NBA games with teams like the Pacers, Kings, Suns, and Pelicans. He shares stories from draft day, gua...

In Episode 30 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Brad Miller to talk about his AFL career, the transition to coaching, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Brad reflects on his journey from playing rugby league as a kid to making the switch to AFL, cracking the big leagues, and running out for Melbourne and Richmond. He shares stories from his early days in the system, the int...

In Episode 29 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Jason Cadee, fresh off his retirement from professional basketball, to reflect on his career, the highs and lows of the game, and what comes next. Jason opens up about his 15-season journey in the NBL, the reality of constantly proving yourself, and the moment he knew it was time to walk away. He shares insights on leadership, the busi...

In Episode 28 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley catches up with Caitlyn Bowell, who went from elite diver to sprint canoeist—because giving up on an Olympic dream was never an option. Caitlyn shares how getting kicked out of diving at 19 only made her hungrier to succeed, why her first canoe session ended with a bull shark scare, and how she juggles elite sport with working 12-hour shifts as a ped...

In Episode 27 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with Sydney Swans forward Hayden McLean about the highs and lows of footy, bouncing back from grand final heartbreak, and what it really takes to stay at the top. Hayden reflects on missing out on the AFL draft, grinding his way into the league, and the mindset shift that helped him cement his spot. He talks about the adrenaline of playing in p...

In Episode 26 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with rising fast-bowling star Marcus Bean to talk about his whirlwind Big Bash debut, growing up as a multi-sport athlete, and his dream of wearing the baggy green. Marcus shares the moment he got the call-up for the Hobart Hurricanes, how it felt to bowl his first ball at the Gabba (which went very, very wide), and why getting a wicket on...

In Episode 25 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with Aussie beach volleyballer Mark Nicolaidis about his wild ride to the Olympics, handling the pressure of do-or-die qualifiers, and how he nearly quit volleyball for a corporate career. Mark opens up about the moment he and his partner Isaac faced match point down—one point away from missing the Olympics—and somehow turned it around. He shar...

In Episode 24 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down at the kitchen table with rugby league legend Ali Brigginshaw to talk about her journey from Ipswich backyard footy to captaining Australia, Queensland, and the Broncos. Ali opens up about being told at 12 she'd never play rugby league again—and how that lit the fire that still burns today. From humble beginnings in local parks to World Cup...

In Episode 23 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with Aussie gymnast Georgia Godwin about the highs, lows, and everything in between—from winning medals on the world stage to rupturing her Achilles just months out from the Paris Olympics. Georgia opens up about how she bounced back from injury, what it takes to stay mentally strong, and why she's learned to enjoy the little moments—like walki...

In Episode 22 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with former Wallaby Anthony Fainga'a for a raw and powerful chat about rugby, resilience, and turning setbacks into fuel for life after sport. Anthony opens up about the brutal injuries that nearly ended his career before it began, his deep bond with twin brother Saia, and how the pair went from being called “Twin A and Twin B” to represent...

In Episode 21 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley sits down with Ash Werner to unpack one of the most eclectic and inspiring sporting journeys you'll ever hear—from bobsled crashes in Canada to running out for the Brisbane Broncos in the NRLW. Ash talks about how a random trial landed her on the Australian bobsled team, breaking both shoulders in her first crash, and nearly making two Olympic Games—...

In Episode 20 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with professional boxer Connie Chan about her unorthodox path into the sport, starting at age 32, and her relentless pursuit of becoming a world champion. Connie shares how she accidentally stumbled into boxing while helping coach beginners—and ended up falling in love with the discipline, challenge, and growth it offers. She opens up about the...

In Episode 19 of Scoreboard , host Chris Titley chats with AFLW star Belle Dawes about a season full of growth, energy, and everything in between—from All-Australian honours to post-game rap battles with her teammates. Belle opens up about her best year yet, her off-field mindset work, and why she feels like everything she puts out into the world is coming right back. She talks about what makes th...