This week we are delighted to be joined by Gordon MacLelland, CEO of Working With Parents In Sport,  an organisation who supports parents and coaches in working together to provide children with the best possible sporting experience. 
Gordan gives insight to the challenges parents in sport face, He talks about building positive relationships between coaches and parents, 
and the importance of maintaining fun in sport for our youth players  
with long term participation being the key priority.

Tesco Player Welfare Podcast Ep06 Being A Good Sports Parent

On our last show of the series, we are talking about supporting the coach with  Des Ryan, Director of Coaching and Performance with Setanta College,  
Des highlights the challenges that coaches face, including coach burnout and strategies to avoid it, And he speaks of the value of building strong relationships with parents, players, and fellow coaches in order to continue learning and developing as a coach.

Tesco Player Welfare Podcast Ep07 Coach Support

We are talking with Eddie O Sullivan, former head coach of the Ireland National Rugby & United States National rugby teams. In a brilliant start to our new season Eddie talks about the  
The Importance of planning and preparation as a Coach, how Listing and learning from others helps develops you as a coach and how coaches give and receive back.

S04 Ep01 Eddie O'Sullivan Podcast

We are delighted to be joined By Cody Royle the coach head coaches in elite sport, Author of The Tough Stuff and Where Others Won’t & Former Head Coach of AFL Team Canada
In an intriguing conversation Cody talks about the Power of simple conversations as coaches and removing the fear of coaching for coaches

S04 Ep02 Cody Royle Podcast

Delighted to be joined by Valorie Kondos Field, aka Miss Val, as she’s affectionately known by the scores of champion gymnasts she’s coached over her career—has no background in gymnastics. She never tumbled, flipped, or played any type of organized sport. And yet she became a legendary, hall of fame coach, through curiosity, creativity, attention to detail, and unwavering care for the overall well-being of her athletes.
Head coach of the seven-time NCAA Champion, 22-time Regional and 18-time Pac-12 Champion UCLA Women’s Gymnastics team, Miss Val was inducted into the UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame in 2010. 
In a brilliant conversation Miss  Val talks about  Intention as a Coach must be to inspire, It is ok as a Coach Not to know everything  & Lead by Example as a coach

S04 Ep03 Miss Val Podcast

We are joined this week by Gary Curneen  founder of Modern Soccer Coach and author of the Modern Soccer Coach book series and current assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Racing Louisville FC. 
Gary speaks about having Game Principles and Believing in them. How making players better people is the focus and how coaches should reflect on there Coaching Journey.  A really enjoyable episode with loads to take from it

S04 Ep04 Gary Curneen Podcast

Dr Cíara Losty is a lecturer in applied sport and exercise psychology in Waterford Institute of Technology and course leader for the MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology programme. Cíara outlines  How psychology can help coaches and athletes’ decision making how All coaches should be looking to enhance the environment, so athletes feel valued  and that No one size fits all in defining success

S04 Ep05 Ciara Losty Podcast

Delighted to be joined by Dr Ian Sherwin is a lecturer in Coaching and NCEF Course Director in the University of Limerick. In a brilliant conversation Ian chats about Empowering Athletes and providing a safe environment , how probing your athletes for consequences through questioning and the importance of learning from other Sports and other coaches

S04 Ep06 Ian Sherwin

Jason Ryan, vice-principal in Dungarvan College had spent over a decade involved with senior county sides. He managed Wexford for five seasons was involved with Kildare for three campaigns and had a role as part of the Cork backroom teams as well. 
In a brilliant chat Jason talks about the constant evolution of Coaching, making sure that you are Setting your intentions for your sessions and don’t be afraid to ask for help as a coach

S04Ep07Jason Ryan Podcast

This week delighted to be joined by Galway GAA legend Cyril Farrell.
Cyril was the manager of the Galway senior team on 3 separate occasions, and is regarded as one of the greatest managers in the history of the game. On the show Cyril talks about the importance of changing the mindset and how to help your players become better people. 
A must listen for all coaches of all sports.

S04 Ep08 Cyril Farrell Podcast

This week we are joined by Dr Peter Horgan Strategy, Insights, and Innovation Manager with the GAA. Peter chats about the recently published Gaelic Games Coach Education Survey and the future of Coach Education and outlines the importance of being true to your values as a coach and that every coaches journey is unique.

S04 Ep09 Peter Horgan Podcast

Delighted to be joined by Jack Rolfe  founder of The Coaching Lab, the Multisport team and player challenge cards to help your coaching
On the show Jack gives brilliant insights on the importance and value of the softer skill of  coaching and gives excellent practical tips on incorporating small sided games into coaching sessions

S04 Ep10 Jack Rolfe Podcast

Paul believes strongly in a positive, holistic approach to coaching youth in sport - developing both “the youth” and “the athlete”. He believes lessons learned in sport can and must positively contribute to all areas of life. Paul espouses Coach Development as the single most important agent for change in youth sport. Through his ‘CARVER Framework’, he provides a consultancy service and a variety of Coaching Workshops to coaches, athletes, team, clubs and Paul believes strongly in a positive, holistic approach to coaching youth in sport - developing both “the youth” and “the athlete”. He believes lessons learned in sport can and must positively contribute to all areas of life. Paul espouses Coach Development as the single most important agent for change in youth sport. Through his ‘CARVER Framework’, he provides a consultancy service and a variety of Coaching Workshops to coaches, athletes, team, clubs and organisation across numerous sports and beyond across numerous sports and beyond

S04 Ep11 Paul Kilgannon Podcast

Liam Moggan,The Coaches Coach talks about his own coaching journey, the importance of planning and reflection and coaching the person and not the sport.

Ep01 Liam Moggan Podcast

David Herity 5 Time All Ireland Winner with Kilkenny chats  about life under Brian Cody.His transition from Player to Coach while working with Dublin Camogie and the importance of Empowering Players.

Ep02 David Herity Podcast

Shane Keegan former League of Ireland Manager with Galway United and Wexford Youths talks about  Player Development on and off the field and shares insightful thoughts on over coming set backs as a professional football manager.

Ep04 Shane Keegan Podcast

Ger O'Connor Dublin GAA Coaching & Games Manager chats about the importance of Coach Development within clubs  and coaches been open to learning.

Ep05 Ger O'Connor Podcast

Ciaran Deely current London Senior Football manager and Sports Scientist with QPR FC Academy discusses coaching  in both amateur and professional sports and gives some excellent practical tips for your coaching practice.

Ep06 Ciaran Deeley Podcast

Nora Stapleton Women's and Girls Rugby Development Manager with the IRFU and former member of Ireland XVs squad and Donegal Ladies Football star talks about mastering the Fundamental skills  and the Importance of developing your club.

Ep07 Nora Stapleton Podcast

Dr Dave Passmore , Coach Educator &  Lecturer in Coaching Science & Education in Dublin City University chats about his own Coaching Philosophy and The Story of Irish Hockey before World Cup Finals.

Ep08 Dave Passmore Podcast

Mary O'Connor current CEO of the Federation of Irish Sport and former Cork ladies Dual star and holder of 12 All Ireland Medals. Mary chats about her experiences of been part of one of the most successful sports teams of all time and the influence her coaches have had on her life.

Ep09 Mary O'Connor Podcast

Paudie Butler Coach Educator and Former National GAA  Hurling Director chats about the steps of development for the person and the skills and talks passionately about releasing the potential  in every person

Ep10 Paudie Butler Podcast

Matthew Wilkie - Head of Coach Development at Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU)chats about the process for developing coaches and the importance of the Coach/Athlete relationship

Ep11 Matt Wilkie Podcast

Colin Griffin two  time Irish Olympian & strength and conditioning coach. Colin chats about how he is using his own experience  as an athlete into his coaching style and on bridging the gap from academic research to practical application in a real world setting.

Ep14 Colin Griffin Podcast

This week we talk to Meath GAA  Legend Sean Boylan. The 4 time All Ireland winning manager gives some wonderful insights and story’s throughout his journey during his 23 years at the helm of Meath Football. A must listen for all coaches of all sports.

Ep12 Sean Boylan Podcast

Owen Mooney National Coach & Sport Dev. Coordinator with Special Olympics chats about building relationships, developing coaches & the importance of learning from others. A must listen for all coaches of all sports

Ep15 Owen Mooney Podcast

Dr. Seamus Kelly is a College Lecturer in the UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science. Seamus talks about the importance of organisational structure, reflective practice, and how the power of a coach’s core beliefs can impact on a team.

Ep16 Dr Seamus Kelly Podcast

Paul Kilgannon is a teacher, Coach, Sports Coach Educator and author of Coaching Children in Sport – The Carver Framework. Paul gives insights to The Carver Framework, outlines the importance of working together as a Coaching team, and how he believes coaching is all about relationships

Ep17 Paul Kilgannon Podcast

In our New Pop Up Series , We speak to some of the top female coaches in the country to divulge on all coaching aspects from a variety of sports. 

First up on the series is  Kilkenny Camogie legend, Ann Downey.  Ann shares an excellent insight into her coaching career, the beginning of the journey and the path she followed along the way.

Ep19  Ann Downey Podcast

Wayne Goldsmith International Sports Coaching expert talks about giving the athlete the power of choice and knowing your WHY in coaching.

Ep24 Wayne Goldsmith Podcast

On this week show we talk with current Tipperary Senior Hurling Coach Tommy Dunne. The 2001 Tipperary All-Ireland SHC- winning captain has also coached the county’s minors and the U21s. Has strength and conditioning qualifications from his study and work with Setanta College in Thurles and has completed a master’s degree in sports performance in UL. He also worked as coach in Dublin under Anthony Daly and Ger Cunningham.
On the show Tommy talks about his own coaching journey and how coaches can take confidence through education.

Ep25 Tommy Dunne Podcast

Dr Phil Kearney Lecturer  & lead  with the University of Limerick’s MSc in Applied Sports Coaching , and co-founder of Movement & Skill Acquisition Ireland. On this episode  Phil talks about the power of questioning in your coaching & gives some tips how to build your coaches toolbox.

Ep26 Dr Phil Kearney Podcast

We speak with Dr Orlagh Farmer Lecturer in Sport Education. In a brilliant and refreshing conversation Orlagh talks about creating an open coach environment and the importance of knowing your players as people as well as athletes.

Ep28 Orlagh Farmer Podcast

Dr .Orlagh Farmer, Lecturer in Sport Education. 
In a open and refreshing conversation Orlagh  chats on how to create an open coach learning environment and and the importance of knowing your players as people as well as athletes.

S03 Ep05 Orlagh Farmer Podcast

On this weeks Podcast we chat with Graham Byrne, Fitness Manager at Sport Ireland Campus and Head of Fitness & Nutrition with Wexford Gaa. Graham highlights the importance of building on the Fundamentals from an  early age and how to adapt as a coach to needs of the team, while also been able to help the players individually.

Ep35 Graham Byrne Podcast

This week we speak with John  O'Sullivan Author, Speaker and founder of Changing the Game project which helps Coaches, Athletes and Parents become better leaders & build values based youth sports team. 
A must listen for all coaches and parents

Ep36 John O'Sullivan Podcast

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