On episode 203 I am delighted to be joined by one of Australia's best ever Aussie Rules coaches Alan McConnell.
We discuss coaching, attributes of elite coaches, leadership, captains and more. We also discuss AFLW and the influx in Irish players. Alan was the mastermind behind Cora Staunton's move to Australia and also signed Brid Stack. Two athletes that made a remarkable effect not only on the team but Alan as a coach.
Known for his calm leadership, tactical clarity, and deep understanding of high-performance environments, Alan has been influential in shaping players both on and off the field. hE brings a thoughtful perspective on coaching, culture, and the evolving demands of elite sport.
Since stepping down from Western Sydney Giants AFLW he is now working as a coach developer with olympic and paralympic sports in Australia.
Loads of insights throughout with gems and nuggets from Alan's tenure as a coach. This episode was recorded a few months ago and experienced audio issues at times. Thanks to Paul McConnell of the great coaches podcast for connecting us both.
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On this episode 202, I am joined by golf podcaster Jonny Mac Cann for a deep and dynamic State of the Game golf edition. The aim was to keep the conversation to 40 minutes which we failed at miserably as the 2025 golf season was packed with history and headlines.
In a wide-ranging episode we discuss golf media, Irish women’s golf, Lauren Walsh , rising stars in the game, and that masters win by Rory. We also dig into the Ryder Cup, will Luke Donald continue as captain and who will over next. Please note the conversation was recorded prior to the departure of Brooks Kepka from Liv. We discuss Liv’s pending merger with the PGA and Tom McKibbon.
It’s an honest, insightful chat that looks at where the game is right now — and where it might be heading next.
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On episode 201 I am delighted to be joined by Adam Harrington.
Adam is an NBA shooting coach and player development specialist, widely regarded as one of the leading shooting minds in the game.
Adam was a High School All-American. Following high school he played at NC State and would later transfer to Auburn University. While he went undrafted he would sign a summer league contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers and later a contract with the Dallas Mavericks. His career would span for over a decade in the NBA and across Europe. Adam has played across every level int he game from the NBA, G league, Collage, professionally around the world and winning titles he has done it all.
Harrington following a stint selling medical devices would later transition into coaching and player development. He has worked extensively with top NBA players including Kevin Durant , Jimmy Butler, Duncan Robinson. Sabrina Ionescu, Ella Delle Donne, Fred Vanvleet, Ben Sheppard, Narasha Cloud to name a few.
He has also held shooting and development roles with NBA franchises including the Brooklyn Nets and Oklahoma City Thunder. Working with players to refine mechanics, consistency, and build confidence. Adam also spent the inagural season season of Unrivalled, the Women's 3x3 League, as Head Coach for Team Phantom BC.
Known for blending technical detail and with game-realistic training, Adam’s approach focuses on footwork and balance in your shot. We broke down the details as much as we could on audio from your finger placement, to footwork, balance and drills. We also discussed his career, life as a coach, the reality of working in the NBA, his professional career and more.
Adam is a fountain of knowledge and a gentleman. I was very fortunate to pick his brain for an hour in his training facility in New Jersey. A special thanks to Kieran Quinn for connecting us both.
So tune in from one of the best shooting coaches in the world for his insights, and secrets to finding success with his clients, and life as one of the most sought-after shooting coaches in the game.
On episode 199 I am delighted to be joined by Grace Prenter, freshman at the University of Texas.
One of the most exciting young talents to emerge from the island of Ireland Grace is grew up playing in south Dublin. She took to many sports including basketball at Meteors, Gaelic football in Kilmacud Crokes and athletics with Dundrum South Dublin athletics club.
However basketball took over as she honed her craft not only with her club but during extra sessions with her family whenever they could find an open gym. Despite an early set back she progressed through the Irish underage system. From winning the AICCs in 2022, to multiple national cup wins, super league at 16, and representing her country across multiple age groups at the FIBA European Championships.
In 2023 she become a key figure in Irish international squads with two of her teams finishing in the top 6 at the U18 and U20 levels in 2023 and 2025.
She dreamed of playing college basketball in the US and planned a prep year after completing her leaving cert last summer. However a call from the University of Texas changed her path. She would soon commit to Coach Vic and the longhorns following a visit to campus where she began in late August.
We recorded this episode on campus in Austin at the Kevin Durant Basketball center. We sat overlooking the Austin skyline from the team film room discussing her path to the states, life in Texas and being a longhorn. We also uncover the setbacks, and opportunities she has embraced along the way.
Since recording this episode in person Grace won the Players Era thanksgiving tournament in Las Vegas. The longhorns beat both UCLA and South Carolina to claim the trophy and have since been ranked 2nd in the country.
Grace is the first ever Irish player to be part of the Texas program. Her path was built on determination, self belief and hard work. But also thanks to the support and strength of those around her including family and friends. Her work rate has outshot her evident talent as continues to maximise all of her opportunities. It’s safe to say the future is bright for young Prenter.
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On episode 198 I am delighted to be joined by Host on Sirius XM NBA Radio and contributor Brian Geltzeiler. Brian also works in finance full time and developed his media career from setting up his own blog, Hoopscritic. He would share articles online tagging those he mentioned on X and grew his following and name as an NBA contributor.
He has worked as a contributor across multiple platforms including NBA Tv and currently hosts his own show on Sirius XM NBA Radio alongside Sam Mitchell.
We discuss his career in media, his journey to date including opportunities and setbacks, the evolution of player driven media, NBA Europe, expansion and more. We also briefly discuss the current 25-26 NBA season, the impact of NIL in college basketball on the NBA, including his current top picks for MVP, ROTY, East & West finals.
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On episode 197 I am delighted to be joined by Oklahoma Sooners forward Emma Tolan.
Emma rejoins the podcast following her first interview on episode 175 following her announcement to join the Sooners on scholarship. She is one of the many Irish girls putting Irish basketball on the world map and one of two Irish players in the SEC this season. If you haven't listened to that episode go back and learn about her basketball journey which is key context for this episode... From the Virginia Show center with give or take a max capacity of 600, to the Lloyd Noble Center with over 10,000 people. “Going from the wee show center in Virginia out to that big of a stadium is a bit mad to think about”
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While in this episode we catch up on her life since June, how she has settled in Norman Oklahoma, the style of basketball, life as a college athlete in the SEC and more.
Since recording this interview Emma has gone to feature in multiple games averaging 13.8 minutes in her first year of college basketball. She is an outstanding player and role model for all Irish basketball players.
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On episode 196 I am joined by St. Leo Guard and Irish international Amy Duggan.
Amy is originally from Cobh in Cork where she grew up playing basketball and camogie locally. She dreamed of playing college basketball in the states and following in fellow cork woman Edel Thornton’s footsteps.
Amy developed her skills in the gym with extra individual practice sessions outside of her club team in Cobh.
Her work paid off as she experienced success domestically and earning her spot on international squads.
Opportunities to pursue basketball in the United States began however right before she signed with St.Leo she tore her ACL in 6th year.
However this didn’t detour Duggan she attacked the rehabilitation process and was named to the U20 Irish squad which marked her first game back since her injury.
She spent one year at Junior college and this season began at St.Leo despite a coaching change.
Amy’s story is a lesson in resilience and drive as she overcame so may obstacles to achieve her dream of playing college basketball.
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On episode 195 I am delighted to be joined by Caldwell University guard Lucy Coogan.
An underage star in Ireland Lucy worked on her game for close to 10,000 hours across sports halls in Kilkenny to get a chance at playing college basketball in the United States. However it nearly didn't happen. She would spend hours emailing coaches from her sitting room in Kilkenny and working on her game. Former Irish international and mentor Kieran Quinn put Lucy in touch with a division 2 coach at Caldwell University coach Christie Conforti where Lucy accepted a scholarship. Since then she has flourished as starting her senior season she's already in the record books at Caldwell, recorded over 1,000 points, regarded as one of the top players in her conference where she ranked top 5 in scoring and rebounds last season, she awarded conference honours and had division 1 interest. However she has remained loyal to the coach and program who gave her a chance when nobody else did.
Her basketball journey is a lesson in resilience, hard work, and never giving up on your dream.
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On episode 194 I am delighted to be joined by Quinnipiac University point guard Maria Kealy.
Maria shares her basketball journey from growing in Donegal, playing basketball with her family, to winning AICCs with Letterkenny Blaze and training early before school at Loreto Letterkenny.
Despite an early set back Kealy had a successful underage international career playing on multiple Irish squads, competed in the National League with LYIT Donegal and one year in Superleague with Ulster University while also balancing her leaving cert, before signing with coach Fabbri and the Bobcats.
Quinnipiac University compete in the NCAA Division 1 MAAC conference where Maria suits up alongside fellow Irish star Ella O’Donnell. She enters her junior season and aspires to win a conference title which was last won by current Irish senior women’s captain Edel Thornton.
Maria shares the reality of college basketball, what a college practice is like, balancing academics and sport, Irish studies, and a connection to tennis great Maria Sharapova
Tune in for an insight into the journey of Maria Kealy, from the Hills of Donegal to the hardwood in Hamden, Connectuit, and her goals for the future.
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On episode 193 I am delighted to welcome back Ian Reeves.
Ian is Head of Wellbeing for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the NRL. He is also a high-performance coach and founder of his own performance-consulting business ACE (Align • Conquer • Elevate).
Ian’s journey has spanned continents and performance contexts from amateur players with the GPA, to professional at South Sydney and corporate environments including Google.
His human centred approach is evident throughout the conversation as we discuss his day to day role in South Sydney Rabbitohs, and his approach when working with private clients at ACE.
Tune in for a practical and insightful listen (especially for current and former elite performers) as Ian brings stories, frameworks and tools from the world of elite sport and performance. Expect real talk about mental skills, identity, practical tools and strategies for personal development and performance, and the human element behind it all.
Listen to our first episode recorded in December 2023 here - #155 https://open.spotify.com/episode/16veh6wttmXV5QtFgNEcdO?si=yTLcDPpaQECNWEw0jHYHSA
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On episode 192 I am delighted to be joined by former world class sailor and olympic medalist Annalise Murphy.
Annaliese is an Olympic silver medalist, a triple olympian, an Irish sailing legend, MBA, Corporate speaker, grand marshal of the Dublin St Patrick's Day parade 2017, fellow podcast host, future and even had a plane named after her.
We discuss her career, pursuing sport and following your dreams, emailing for a place in the worlds, building the egg team in Rio (what a story and team!!) retirement, resilience, setting up a podcast, the Winter Olympics and more!
We also discuss the next upcoming star in Irish sailing Eve McMahon who is already on global podiums and has a very bright future ahead.
Loved this chat with one of our greatest ever Irish athletes! Looking forward to the podcast returning and the double luge.
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On episode 191 I am delighted to be joined by Irish basketball Hall of famer and Demons legend Tim McCarthy. He is also well known as the RTÉ Olympic basketball lead commentator
Tim is a former CEO, Business Strategist, C Suite coach Communication Coach, Leadership Consultant & Key Note Speaker.
We discuss his career, how an injury nearly derailed him, the golden era and the best american he's seen play in Ireland.
We also discuss his professional work as C Suite coach and how a kid from the northside of Cork ended up as CEO without a leaving cert. And of course we discuss his commentary work for RTÉ and how Steph took over the 2024 gold medal game!
Tune in to hear from one of the best we've seen on the court but more importantly one of life's gentleman, Tim McCarthy
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On episode 190 I am joined by Patrick O’Neill, Suzanne Maguire and Niamh Dwyer
to preview the upcoming Women’d Superleague Basketball season for 25/26.
This state of the game episode not only previews the 25/26 season as we also discuss the headline stories across Irish women’s basketball including underage talent, Irish developed players pursuing contracts in Europe, insights on picking American professionals and more.
Tune in and get excited for the upcoming Women’s Superleague season with early predictions, key signings and more.
Who are you most excited to watch this weekend? Who will emerge league winners? Send in your predictions via our social platforms or comment below!
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On episode 189 I am joined by former Superleague winners Conor Meany and Mark Reynolds to preview the upcoming men's Superleague Basketball season for 25/26.
This state of the game episode not only previews the 25/26 season as we also discuss the headline stories across Irish basketball including player development, transfers, Irish players and professionals, facilities and more.
Tune in and get excited for the upcoming Men's Superleague season with early predictions, key signings and more.
Who are you most excited to watch this weekend? Who will emerge league winners? Send in your predictions via our social platforms or comment below!
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On episode 188 I am very excited to be joined by author of legacy James Kerr. James is a talented author with an exceptional eye for stories & finding purpose or meaning. His insights into elite sport are remarkable and is known world wide for his time spent following the most successful rugby team ever, the All Blacks and writing his award winning book legacy.
James and I had been in contact over the last 2 years and finally sat down for a very enjoyable and insightful conversation on his experience working in high performance environments and elite sport. While he has featured in many interviews and given many talks we try move away from the frequent topics or questions he usually answers. We dive into his time with the All-Blacks, writing his book Legacy, talent, importance of curiosity retirement and more! We also discuss discipline, shaping your story and reaching your potential with plenty of anecdotes and quotes sprinkled throughout.
Tune in for remarkable insights from an incredible speaker and mind. James thanks for your time, it was a pleasure! I look forward not only to round 2 some day but your new book coming soon.
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On episode 187 I am delighted to be joined by Richie Donnelly, 2021 All-Ireland winner with Tyrone and entrepreneur.
Richie suffered a serious knee injury and at the time of the chat was in the middle of intense rehab. He is currently in the throws of a club championship with his club Trillick in one of if not the toughest competitions in the country.
In 2021 he set up Natur & co, a social wellness club in Tyrone and has now moved his focus to the medical industry. We discuss his move from a traditional 9-5 role to owning a business. We also discuss the value of inter-county players in an age of social media and his work with defined talent management.
This is a very honest insight into how players can get caught up in the bubble of life as inter-county player, and how he now reflects on that aspect of elite sport.
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On episode 186 I am delighted to be joined by former Sligo Senior Football manager Tony McEntee. This episode was recorded prior to his appointment to the Down senior management team.
We discuss his approach as an Inter-County manager, his work with Sligo, how he picks a backroom team, new rules and his honest approach with players. He also shares his thoughts on balancing sport and life at the inter-county level, the emphasis on culture and more.
Tune in for a rare and honest insight from one of the most well known names in the management circuit of gaelic games.
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On episode 185 I am thrilled to be joined by one of the legends in Irish sport Lindsay Peat.
An Irish underage international (in soccer), former Irish senior women's point guard, 2010 All-Ireland winner with the dublin senior ladies team and then took up international rugby at 35 years of age in 2015 Lindsay is a rare athlete in the world of sport, especially the modern age of specialisation. With a further list of achievements this description could be a mile long, Lindsay is regarded to most people in Ireland as one of our greatest ever athletes.
A very honest insight into life as Lindsay, performing under pressure, moving sport, imposter syndrome, and the mentality that allowed her to reach the heights that she has. This is one of my favourite episodes to date.
Lindsay I'll see you at Cluck Chicken!!
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On episode 184 I am delighted to be joined by David Clancy. David is a physio by trade, and is now focusing in Professional Development & Recruitment for NBA, NFL, Premier League.
We discuss what separates the great athletes from the rest, how environment influences teams, why some performance staff make it to the elite levels, his book and his essential skills event coming to Dublin this October.
David is a fascinating guy with 2 decades of experience in elite sporting environments and last year wrote a book essential skills for physiotherapists. As part of the book he created the essential skills book launch last October in London where we met. A truly incredible day from start to finish with amazing speakers and impressive attendees.
He is bringing the event to Dublin this October all in aid of Children's Health and Down Syndrome Ireland. With an incredible lineup of speakers including a keynote with Brian O'Driscoll. Purchase a ticket here https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/essential-skills-ii-dublin-2025-tickets-1377413744589
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On episode 183 I am delighted to be joined by Galway and Kilmacud Crokes senior footballer Shane Walsh.
We discuss what it means to be skillful, developing his skillset and locker, what he practices on the pitch, the art of kicking, and the importance of visualisation. This was a fascinating insight into the mentality and attitude of one of the most skilled footballers in the country!
We dive into the skills of the game and his attention to detail in learning and practicing skills. He details nuances like hand placement, visualisation of the posts and free taking.
We also discuss falling out of love with football and the pressure that can come with being an inter-county player. Shane gives an honest account of the challenges he's faced and the advice he received from those around him.
A joy to watch on the pitch it was a pleasure picking his brain about the science of skills and kicking!
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