The Sideline Live Podcast

On 57 I am delighted to be joined by Damian Hughes. Damian is a Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change, author, and co host of the High Performance Podcast. thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Damian and I’m looking forward to The High Performance book!  We discuss: High Performance His childhood Learning from his dad’s boxing club Success Culture Self Awareness Managing change Non-ne...

On Episode 56 I am delighted to be joined by Connacht head Coach Andy Friend. I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Andy and I took a lot away from this conversation. "Bored man gets paid".  We discuss: Culture & Identity Relationships with players and staff Preparation and journalling Brekkie club Feedback from players Talent Respect and discipline & more A big thank you to our sponsor...

On Episode 55 I am delighted to be joined by Irish 800m star Nadia Power. Nadia is very honest and open during this conversation as she discusses the peaks and troughs of her career and offers some brilliant advice to younger athletes. We discuss Growing up College in the US Social media Building a good support network Training load and injury management 2021 season Olympics Motivation Sponsorship...

On Episode 54 I am delighted to be joined by UL and Dublin Camogie Manager Adrian O’Sullivan. We discuss universal coaching topics and get an insight on his coaching approach and ethos. Adrian also discusses his views on coaching men vs women, the characteristics of elite players, building a management team and more. I really enjoyed chatting with Adrian so I hope you enjoy the episode. Coaching a...

On Episode 53 I am delighted to be joined by Kilkenny Camogie star Grace Walsh. We have an open and honest chat about Leaving cert, Work Life Balance, All Ireland win & more. A big thanks to Grace for joining me on the podcast. I hope you enjoy the episode.  A big thank you to our sponsor Chin Up Goggles Website - https://t.co/Y7qd8ujMRd?amp=1 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ch...

On episode 52 I am delighted to be joined by Basketball Ireland U18 Men's Head Coach Paul Kelleher. We discuss Trials, Talent Development, Video Analysis and so much more.  Find Paul here: https://twitter.com/PaulTKelleher  https://www.instagram.com/cptk24/ A big thank you to our sponsor Chin Up Goggles Website - https://t.co/Y7qd8ujMRd?amp=1 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chinupg...

On episode 51 I am delighted to be joined by Ballyboden and Dublin Star Robbie McDaid. We discuss the setbacks and challenges he has faced, team culture, player driven environment, and individual practice including a shooting challenge you can try at home A big thanks to Robbie for giving up his time. I really enjoyed this chat. Shooting Challenge - https://www.instagram.com/p/CMKqtKipZga/?utm_sou...

On episode 50 I am delighted to be joined by Jenny Coady head of performance and well being at West Ham United. We discuss: Reflection Connecting with players Tools for communication “Check and challenge” And so much more Find Jenny here: https://twitter.com/jennycoady10 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-coe-nee-coady-1a308a49/ A big thanks to Chin Up Goggles for sponsoring the series Website - ht...

On episode #49 I am delighted to be joined by Louth senior captain Sam Mulroy. We discuss all things free taking, his role and responsibilities as captain, Mickey Harte & Jim McGuinness, running his own business and so much more.  I really enjoyed chatting with Sam so I hope you enjoy the episode Find Sam here: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/s_mulroy_14/ Twitter - https://twitter.c...

On Episode 48 I am delighted to be joined by Kilkenny Camogie Manager Brian Dowling. We discuss skills, coaching men vs women, winning the 2020 All Ireland Final and much more.  Find Brian here:   https://twitter.com/brian2dowlers    A big thanks to Chin Up Goggles for sponsoring the series   Website - https://twitter.com/ChinUpGoggles Instagram - https://www.instagram.com...

On episode 47 I am delighted to be joined by Cork Senior footballer and medical student Sean Powter We discuss the difference between Interounty and club football, habits & discipline, book recommendations and more Find Sean here: https://twitter.com/SeanPowter https://www.instagram.com/seanpowter97/ Check out the brand new website thesidelinelive.com Make sure to subscribe for future episodes...

On Episode 46 I am delighted to be joined by Dublin Lions Head coach Erin Bracken. We discuss communication, player empowerment, player and coaches feedback, reflection and so much more. Erin has a MSc in Sports Coaching and Performance from Ulster University and experience as an assistant coach at Super League and International levels. Find Erin here: https://twitter.com/ErinBracken35   A bi...

On Episode 45 I am delighted to be joined by one of Ireland’s top young athletes. Ciara is a 21 year old sprinter and college student from Limerick. Ciara was part of the U20 World Championship silver medalist relay team. She also recently signed with Puma. We discussed training and routine, success and setbacks, the psychological side of sprinting and so much more. I really enjoyed chatting with...

On Episode 44 I am delighted to be joined by Meath inter county coach Colm Nally. We discuss all things skills, structuring individual sessions, balancing instinct vs instruction, waterbreaks and much more.  Find Colm here: https://twitter.com/colmnally https://www.instagram.com/colmnally/ A big thanks to Chin Up Goggles for sponsoring the series Website - https://twitter.com/ChinUpGoggles In...

On Episode 43 I am delighted to be joined by Irish Senior International and Professional basketball player Jordan Blount. Jordan spent time in the UK and Spain before heading to the states to prep school and UIC. Since graduating in 2020 Jordan has pursued a professional basketball career and is currently playing in Iceland.  Find Jordan here: https://www.instagram.com/jordanblount13/ https:/...

On Episode 42 I am delighted to be joined by inter county manager Davy Burke. Note this episode was recorded before stepping down as Wicklow Manager. We had a great chat about his coaching career, measuring performance and KPI's, culture, leadership groups, and more. I hope you enjoy the episode.  A big thanks to Chin Up Goggles for sponsoring the series Website - https://twitter.com/ChinUpGo...

On Episode 41 I am delighted to be joined by Irish Senior International and professional basketball player Sean Flood. Sean played with an academy youth team in Germany before pursing college basketball in America starting out with Santa Fe Junior college and Division 1 Longwood. After graduating in 2020 Sean turned pro and has played one season in Germany before signing with a team in the first d...

On Episode 40 I am delighted to be joined by one of the most impressive and wonderful humans I've ever met. Rachael Lee originally grew up in Australia and moved to Ireland dreaming of swimming in the olympics.  When that didn’t work out she trained as a nurse, retrained as a firefighter paramedic, and took up ocean swimming. That hobby turned into travelling the world with friends and breaki...

On episode 39 I am delighted to be joined by former young Superleague player of the year and St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. We chat about moving to the United States to play at a Prep school, moving on to Junior College,  NCAA Division 1 basketball, transferring to St. Mary's University San Antonio.  Find Ryan here: https://twitter.com/rleonard_7  https://www.instagram.com/rl...

On Episode 38 I am delighted to be joined by former Donegal Senior footballer Luke Keaney. Luke unfortunately had to retire at age 24 from any level of GAA due to complications in his hips as a result due to over training and poor load management. As a result he had a number of major hip surgeries including two hip replacements. Luke is a fantastic advocate for players and has been selected on a p...

On episode 37 I am delighted to be joined by Akron sophomore and Irish underage international Sabhbh Edwards Murphy. It’s hard to believe Sabhbh is still a teenager listening to the maturity of her answers in particular when discussing academics, injury and team culture. Looking to play college basketball? This episode is not to be missed. Thanks for your time Sabhbh and best of luck with the rest...

On episode 36 I am delighted to be joined by Irish Alpine skier Cormac Comerford. We discussed getting into skiing, dealing with speeds of 120km an hour, financial support, pre race routine and looking forward to the 2022 Winter Olympics and more. I hope you enjoy the episode Find Cormac here: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cormaccomerford/ Twitter - https://www.instagram.com/cormaccomerfor...

On Episode 35 I am delighted to be joined by Wyoming University Junior Eoin Nelson. We discuss picking up basketball at 16, Junior college, dealing with injuries, learning from others and so much more. I really enjoyed chatting with Eoin so I hope you enjoy the episode. On this episode we cover; The benefits of playing multiple sports Junior College Last Chance U Dealing with injury and scholarshi...

On Episode 34 I am delighted to be joined by Houston Baptist University Senior and Irish Senior international Anna Maguire. We had a very open and honest chat about sports psychology, the reality of college basketball, the transfer portal and so much more. Anna gives some incredible insight during the episode so be sure to let us both know over on social media if you found value during the episode...

On Episode 33 I am delighted to be joined by 11 time All Ireland winner, former LGFA player of the year and one of the best and most consistent players to play Ladies Football, Bríd Stack. On this episode we discuss: The influence of badminton and not specialising at an early age Starting off with Cork The influence of Eamon Ryan Culture and success Falling short in 2010 Training and skills Pre Ga...