The Sideline Live Podcast

On episode 208 I am delighted to be joined by world renowned coach and Director of Sports Performance for UConn Women’s Basketball, Andrea Hudy otherwise known as Coach Hudy. Hudy holds an MBA, PhD and has contributed to 10 national championships during her career as a strength coach. A proud UConn alumna, she earned her master’s degree in sport biomechanics in 1999 and previously served the Huskies from 1995 to 2004, contributing to three programs that secured eight NCAA Championships.She she spent 15 years at the University of Kansas, and was instrumental in the men’s basketball program’s 2008 NCAA Championship and its NCAA-record 14 consecutive regular-season conference titles. In 2021, she played a pivotal role in helping Texas Men’s Basketball win its first-ever Big 12 Tournament Championship. She returned to Uconn and contributed to their 12th national title in 2025. Hudy has trained and mentored more than 100 athletes who have advanced to the NBA or WNBA. She has worked under three Hall of Fame coaches and collaborated with some of the world’s leading researchers. In 2025, she earned her PhD, specializing in longitudinal monitoring in elite women’s basketball, with a focus on cumulative workload, recovery dynamics and athlete resilience across multiple competitive seasons.Coach Hudy and I connected thanks to Donnie Maib who I met in Austin and recorded this episode in person from her office at the Werth Family UConn Basketball Champions Center. Note this was recorded in November on campus in Storrs Connecticut. We discuss coaching, elite performers, her research, chaos, balance, UCONN, learning, mental toughness and more.One of the most impromptu podcasts I have recorded however full of valuable insights and lessons from one of the best coaches in the world. Hudy thanks for your time and look forward to catching a hurling game with you in Cork soon. Follow Coach Hudy here Instagram · a_hudy26.8K+ followersAndrea Hudy (@a_hudy)Read her research here Sportsmithhttps://www.sportsmith.coAndrea HudyFollow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLive⁠Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

On episode 207 I am delighted to be joined by Cuala Director of Coaching Mark Brennan. Mark is originally from Carlow and was a dual player for his native county. He has since turned his hand to coaching and was involved in the rise of the Meath senior ladies football team where they would win back to back all Ireland’s in 2021 and 2022. Mark also worked as a GPO in clubs across Dublin. We discuss coaching, the role of director of coaching, being a dual player, Cuala, Meath ladies success, learning from elite sporting environments including Saracens & Harvard and more! Please note this episode was recorded in early September 2025. Prior to any Ladies Football rule enhancements Find Mark here https://x.com/MarkBren13 https://ie.linkedin.com/in/mark-brennan-b48a8a52   Thanks to our sponsor Taranis Recovery. Use the discount code SIDELINE15 for 15% off your purchase on ⁠taranisrecovery.com⁠ . An Irish-owned brand focused on helping athletes recover smarter, Rise higher and Live stronger.  Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLive⁠Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

On episode 206 I am joined by Sligo senior footballer Luke Towey. Luke also spent 2 seasons in Australia playing AFL and is an entrepreneur. He previously set up a portable sauna in the west of Ireland and has now created The Performance Journal. A Simple & No Bullsh*t journal to help track Goals & Sessions.We discuss journalling & performance, what it takes to be at the top of his game, being a professional, transitioning back from AFL to GAA and more. Check out the Instagram page for a giveaway of 2 performance journals! Listen to episode 186 with former Sligo manager Tony McEntee.Purchase the journal here https://www.instagram.com/the_performance_journal/Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLiveRecorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

On episode 205 I am delighted to be joined by Junior World Swimming Champion John Shortt. Originally from Galway his first sport was rugby however he realised as a teenager his real potential lay in Swimming. He spent TY commuting to UL to the National Swimming programme and decided to move to Limerick in 5th year to be closer to his training facility. John made history this summer with a breakthrough performances at the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Romania, winning gold in both the 100m and 200m backstroke and bronze in the 50m backstroke — becoming only the second Irish swimmer ever to win a World Junior title. On the day of a gold medal victory he also received his leaving cert results. 2025 turned out to be one of the best seasons we have seen in Irish swimming as he finished with 24 records to his name! John is on track to become one of Ireland's top senior athletes and is a remarkable young man outside of the pool. We discussed his career to date, moving to Limerick as a teenager, looking for 1%, video analysis, how he managed his leaving cert results and a world final in the same day & more. Please note this episode was recorded in late October prior to the RTÉ Sport Awards and the European Short course championships where John won his first senior medal. Thanks to our sponsor Taranis Recovery. Use the discount code SIDELINE15 for 15% off your purchase on taranisrecovery.com . An Irish-owned brand focused on helping athletes recover smarter, Rise higher and Live stronger. Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLiveRecorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

On this episode 204 I am delighted to be joined by Texas Women's head basketball coach Vic Schafer. This episode was recorded in person from coach Schafer's office on campus in November 2025. We discuss his coaching philosophy, reason for coaching, how recruiting has changed, the attributes he looks for in his players & coaching staff and more. Listen to Grace Prenter's episode here https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yUo76pJV6RtAhdcHMnHeL?si=e8aef2f2f1a44438Vic Schafer Bio: Overall record 435–206 Vic Schaefer began his head-coaching career at Sam Houston State (1990–1997), rebuilding the program and earning Southland Coach of the Year honors.At Mississippi State (2012–2020), he turned the Bulldogs into a national powerhouse, reaching two NCAA finals and snapping UConn’s historic win streak in 2017.He took over Texas (2020–present) and quickly restored the Longhorns as a national contender with conference titles and deep NCAA runs.Renowned for elite defensive culture and consistency, Schaefer has led multiple programs to sustained success at the highest level of women’s college basketball.Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLive⁠Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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. Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLiveRecorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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. Check out Jonny’s podcast and socials here https://linktr.ee/bogeymenpod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=373be3cc-efe3-4ee8-aad1-ab5917db873a Shane Lowry 2019 The Open RTE Sport radio documentary https://on.soundcloud.com/mN6HCt4aKV3DRG2Cdd Are you new to the game of golf or a beginner looking to invest in suitable and affordable golf shoes? Check out a new Irish start up sole in one. A dynamic and durable accessory that turns any runner or trainer into a suitable golfing shoe. Check them out here https://soleinone1.com/ As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet. A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLiveRecorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠  

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.As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet.  A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ Find Adam here https://www.instagram.com/adampharrington/ Follow the clubhouse https://www.instagram.com/nj_clubhouse/Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

On episode 200 I am delighted to be joined by UCONN Husky Gandy Malou-Mamel. Gandy and I first spoke a few years ago when she made history becoming the first ever Irish player to sign for the UCONN Huskies. Check out episode 120 for that first chat. This time we catch up on campus and discuss her journey since then. How she has settled in, life on campus, being a husky, making her debut and more! We also discuss her journey from being spotted by accident on a video, developing her skills, coming to the US, and being a role model. Gandy is an excellent basketball player but an even better person. She is the ultimate role model and is paving the way for Irish basketball on the world stage. I can't wait to see what she does on and off the court. A true trailblazer, this is Gandy Malou-Mamel. This is Spotlight Her — where we celebrate the athletes, the journey, and the game.The Spotlight Her series is a collaboration with Basketball Ireland  supported by sport ireland   Follow Gandy herehttps://www.instagram.com/gandymamel/Follow UCONN https://www.instagram.com/uconnwbb/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  

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. This is Spotlight Her — where we celebrate the athletes, the journey, and the game.The Spotlight Her series is a collaboration with Basketball Ireland  supported by sport ireland   Follow Grace here https://www.instagram.com/graceprenterr/ Follow Texas Women's Basketball https://www.instagram.com/texaswbb/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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. Find Brian here https://x.com/BGeltzNBA https://www.instagram.com/bgeltz/As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet.  A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link ⁠https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ ⁠Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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” https://open.spotify.com/episode/1KQd3FdaGJmMEcsKPgXNjq?si=TadoVbEISHyHX6uJ2ebOEgWhile 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. Follow Emma here:https://www.instagram.com/emma_tolan1/Follow Oklahoma Women's Basketball https://www.instagram.com/ou_wbball/ Follow her ESPN profile here to keep up with her stats https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5311586/emma-tolan This is Spotlight Her — where we celebrate the athletes, the journey, and the game.The Spotlight Her series is a collaboration with Basketball Ireland  supported by sport ireland   Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

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. This is Spotlight Her — where we celebrate the athletes, the journey, and the game.The Spotlight Her series is a collaboration with Basketball Ireland  supported by sport ireland   Follow Amy here https://www.instagram.com/amydugg08/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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. This is Spotlight Her — where we celebrate the athletes, the journey, and the game.The Spotlight Her series is a collaboration with Basketball Ireland  supported by sport ireland   Follow Lucy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lucycoogan08/Athletic profile https://caldwellathletics.com/sports/womens-basketball/roster/lucy-coogan/6336 Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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. This is Spotlight Her — where we celebrate the athletes, the journey, and the game.The Spotlight Her series is a collaboration with Basketball Ireland  supported by sport ireland   Follow Maria here https://www.instagram.com/mariakealy10/ Email Maria mariakealy10@gmail.com Follow the Quinnipiac Bobcats here https://www.instagram.com/qu_wbb/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . 

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 As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet.  A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link ⁠https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ ⁠Follow Ian here https://www.instagram.com/alignconquerelevate/ https://www.alignconquerelevate.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ianreeves1/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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.Listen to the Not quite gold podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDtEj93Muy7zCTX9s69ef?si=c0716d116515411b Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/annalise_murphy/ As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet.  A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link ⁠https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ ⁠Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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 As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet.  A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link ⁠https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ ⁠Find Tim here https://www.instagram.com/mccarthy.tim11/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmccarthy-tmc/Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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!As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet.  A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link ⁠⁠https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ ⁠Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

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!As a listener of the sideline live podcast unlock your exclusive offer for The Sporting Club Ireland where sport and business meet.  A community built on connections, bringing together decision makers, entrepreneurs, and sports personalities across Ireland. Upcoming events in 2026 include Johnny Sexton, Peter O’Mahony and Nina Carberry with more to be announced. Receive a discount via this link ⁠⁠https://thesportingclub.co/register/dublin-individual-membership-pay-monthly-sideline-live/ ⁠Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thesidelinelive⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thesidelinelive/⁠⁠⁠ Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠