The Knack

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The Knack brings everyday sport related observations into the spotlight. Every episode Conor and Mike take one of their observations and turn it into a 'topic' which the other person doesn't know about. They also dissect a Niche Sport along with celebrating a member of the sporting community that deserves credit.

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The Knack Episode 8 - Ball Returns, Community Engagement, Tennis With Your Head, And A First For Equestrian 02.08.2023 36:46

This week on the Knack we go into the world of returning a ball as a passer by and etiquette around asking to join a pickup game. We then discuss Ping Pong with a Soccer ball and a first time winner in Equestrian for a Puerto Rican.

The Knack - Getting To Games, The Power of Words, What The Hell, And A High School Hero 30.07.2023 37:18

This episode of The Knack explores modes of transport, and if there is a preference for sporting teams. A deep dive on trash talking situations, a niche sport called 'What The Hell', and the credit athlete of the week going to a future college star.

The Knack - Intangible Power, Wearing Appropriate Merch, A Negative Niche, And Crediting Courage 28.07.2023 37:58

On this episode Mike and Conor breakdown how far intangibles can actually get you on different levels of competition, the attention seeking behaviour (or is it??) of wearing merch that has nothing to do with the teams playing, a niche sport that didn't used to be niche and deserves to be punished, and a courageous 15 year old. Let us know through the knack wrap on Instagram if you have any suggest...

The Knack - Paid to Play, Teammate Criteria, A Niche Sport from Finland and A Great Coach 13.06.2023 43:23

This week on The Knack, Conor stumps Mike trying to unpack whether there are any sports you wouldn't even play if you're paid. They list the criteria for a great teammate in a social setting. They introduce a Niche Sport that involves a rule that says "all participants are to enjoy themselves" and Ange Postecoglou becomes the first Australian manager in the EPL. Credit paid - how good!

The Knack - Sport in the Shadow Realm, Tipping Tactics, The Ultimate Game and Blocky Golf 28.05.2023 42:06

This episode of The Knack takes us into the mind of your everyday sports fan as they go about their day giving 3% to reality and 97% to bowling Ian Bell at Lord's. Conor and Mike then breakdown the process of submitting your tips, the next big Olympic Sport and Michael Block's phenomenal performance at the PGA Championship. Smoke a cover drive out of the lift into work tomorrow, why not?

The Knack - Get to the Host, Handshake Etiquette, Buzkashi and Crediting a Broadcaster 24.05.2023 36:00

This episode of The Knack tackles the keys to performing in the unique environment of your friends backyard, the cultural phenomenon of handshaking, a sport that is so niche it has no impact on your YouTube algorithm and a well deserved shout out to one of Australia's greatest broadcasters. Apologies for the intermittent subtle banging, maybe Steve Smith was upstairs scoring a shadow ton... Enjoy!

The Knack - Robots, Neighbour Relationships, Niche Sport Goes Underwater and a Chess Marvel 22.05.2023 38:28

This week we face the harsh reality that AI is making sport too perfect. Where will it go to? A Robot Olympics? Then, we discuss the link between neighbour relationships and keeping all your sporting equipment. Conor and Mike introduce another Niche Sport, a very popular game that has an underwater version. To finish, as always, The Knack celebrates an athlete who deserves celebration.

The Knack - Overplaying Hands, What Referees do at Home, a Niche Sport and an Elite Runner 18.05.2023 41:27

The Knacks debut focuses on how to deal with that teammate who is a magnet for the ball but isn't helping the team. Mike and Conor pitch their case to be invited into the referee syndicate that is DEFINITELY happening, and then they breakdown a niche sport plus a marathon runner who has had a seriously hot start. Enjoy!