The Sideline Live Podcast

On episode 219 I am joined by Irish senior women’s captain Edel Thornton, former guard at Quinnipiac University, and former Irish senior international Suzanne Maguire, a Hall of Famer at Fordham University.Together, we break down the 2025–26 season so far — analysing performances, teams, conferences, and their experiences. We also take a closer look at the seven players featured in this year’s Spotlight Her series: their journeys, their impact within their programmes, the standards they’re setting, and the records they’re chasing.Edel with 3 NCAA tournament appearances shares her experiences in the tournament, getting to the sweet 16 and her perspective now.  Suzanne reflects on her own collegiate experience and how the pathway for Irish players has evolved. From adapting to the demands of NCAA basketball to handling pressure, expectations and identity abroad, this is an honest and insightful conversation about what it takes to make it in 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 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 218 I am delighted to be joined by former Irish International and graduate of Post University Kieran Quinn Kieran grew up in Tipperary and found a love for Basketball. He rang the Basketball ireland office and found the club near him. He would commute across Tipperary where he would find coaches that support supported him and his new found dream of praying for Ireland.That dream would later come true and a new dream was born of playing College basketball in the United States. He would attend to Post University and play alongside three Irish college teammates. Pete Madsen, Mick Richardson and Ronan O’Leary. Following graduation he carved out a successful professional career. His three children all play basketball, two for the Irish teams; Sidney who is attending Navy Academy (D1 Patriot League) Kieran attending Bergen Catholic nationally ranked high school aiming for national championship. While his youngest Mairead a 5”10 5th grader recently won the county championship with an undefeated season. Now settled into the next chapter of life, Kieran is determined to give back mentoring young Irish and international basketball players to help build the pathway he once had to figure out for himself.Tune in to hear the story of Kieran’s journey from Tipperary to the United Staes, chasing a basketball dream, what it takes to make it in the US, pathways for kids, advice for those who want to take the leap and more.A huge thanks to Kieran and all the Quinns for being such supporters of me and the podcast Note this episode was recorded from New Jersey in November from the Quinns residence where they opened their home to me for a week and have done so for countless others. A special family!Find Kieran here https://x.com/qnr30?s=21Follow 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 217 I am delighted to be joined by Dan Kiernan, a globally respected tennis coach, former professional doubles player, and the founder and Director of SotoTennis Academy in Sotogrande, Spain. Dan has over three decades in the sport as both a player and coach, and brings an exceptional blend of competitive experience, coaching insight, and passion for developing tennis talent at all levels. Originally from England, Dan’s tennis journey took him to the United States, where he played collegiate tennis for Louisiana State University and captained the men’s team before turning professional . As a player, he achieved a career-high doubles ranking of No. 150 and competing the ATP Tour, including appearances at Wimbledon.After his playing career, Dan transitioned into coaching with remarkable success. He has coached elite doubles players on both the ATP and WTA tours, including Grand Slam titles, finals and WTA Finals success. His coaching résumé features work with top professionals such as Gabriela Dabrowski & Erin Routliffe who won their second US Open doubles title in 2025. In 2010, Dan and his wife Victoria launched SotoTennis Academy a boutique performance academy in Spain. Beyond coaching, Dan is the host of the acclaimed Control the Controllables podcast, where he explores the game through conversations with players, coaches, parents, and tennis professionals, sharing insights that educate and inspire listeners from every level of the game. We discuss all things coaching, what separates the best from the rest, doubles vs individual coaching, life as a tennis coach on the road, his academy philosophy and more.Note this episode was recorded in October 2025 If you enjoyed this episode you may also enjoy the episodes with Conor Niland, former Irish tennis pro and Mike Digby - Soto Academy tennis coach Follow Dan hereSoto Tennis academy https://www.instagram.com/sototennis/Podcast https://www.instagram.com/ctc.podcast/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 216 I am delighted to joined by Ireland’s fastest man Israel Olatunde.Growing up in dundalk he competed multiple sports before focusing on sprinting. He attended UCD on scholarship and went all in on reaching his athletic potential. Israel was catapulted into the headlines in 2021 with his first national title a month after his 19th birthday.  The following summer aged 20 he made it all the way to the European 100m outdoor final. He finished 6th, only 0.04 seconds outside a medal, and ran the fastest race of his life in the biggest race of his life. His time of 10.17 seconds set a new Irish record previously held by Paul Hession at 10.18 seconds which was set 15 years previous.Following Olatunde's performances and obvious potential he decided to move to the United States to join the Adidas training group training alongside olympic champion Noah Lyles in Florida. Last summer he set a new PB and record with 10.8 seconds 🤯 officially pushing Irish sprinting into new territory! We recorded this episode in January as we discussed his career path, goals, becoming Irelands fastest man, following your own dream and path, his focus on life outside the track, life & training in the US and more. Tune in to hear from one of Ireland’s rising stars who is set for a big 2026 with his eyes on a medal and becoming the first Irish man to run sub 10 seconds over 100m. Not only is he focused and driven on the track he is aiming for success and a career post athletics, where he's not afraid of giving it his all and having fun along the way! We had a great laugh recording this episode and look forward to watching Israel as he continues to inspire a nation. Follow Israel here https://www.instagram.com/israel.olatunde/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 215 I am delighted to be joined by Second Captains host, Author, player and gaelic games correspondant Ciaran Murphy. We discuss his latest book Old Parish where he details a personal journey of starting hurling in his forties in his father's club in Waterford. We discuss the book, anecdotes and stories and how it all came to be. We also touch on his first book This is the Life and his work with Second Captains. Thanks to Ciaran for his time. If you are purchasing his books please try support local or Irish independent book shops which include: (not affiliated or sponsored just promoting Irish brands)⁠⁠kennys.ie⁠⁠  ⁠⁠hodgesfiggis.ie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠booksupstairs.ie⁠⁠ ⁠https://gutterbookshop.com/ Find Ciaran here https://x.com/saveciaranmurph https://www.instagram.com/saveciaranmurph/ 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 

Follow Holly here https://www.instagram.com/hdhollydavis/ 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 213 I am delighted to be joined by athletic development pioneer Vern Gambetta. He is widely regarded as the founding father of functional sports training. He is a lecturer, coach, speaker, author. He is the founder of GAIN, a leader in multi-sport coaches education.  Take a look at his full bio below 🤯 We discuss all things coaching, elite performers, Michael Jordan, what separates the best from the rest, being ready for practice, coaching his child, what makes a great team. We also discuss how he recognises the athletes who will make it to the top of their sport, observing elite teams & athletes, finding marginal gains and more. This was a fascinating interview with one of the best in the world. Vern offers a snapshot into his experience, insights, interests and knowledge. It was such a pleasure and honour to sit down with him to record. (Recorded October 2025) He has just launched his new book building the complete athlete available to order here https://www.hmmrmedia.com/ Connect with Vern here http://www.gambetta.com/ https://thegainnetwork.com/ Track & Field: Co-founder of USA Track & Field coaching education program. Edited Track Technique, the technical journal of USA Track & Field. Associate editor of the IAAF technical journal, New Studies in Athletics.Baseball: Director of Athletic Development, New York Mets. As Director of Conditioning pioneered conditioning for baseball with model program for Chicago White Sox. Consultant to Cincinnati Reds and the University of Texas.Basketball: Assistant conditioning coach for Chicago Bulls. Conditioning coach for Canadian National men’s team and the Canadian women’s team.Soccer: Conditioning coach for Tampa Bay Mutiny. Conditioning Coach for US Men’s World Cup team. Conditioning coach for New England Revolution. Consultant to Chicago Fire. Consultant, University of Virginia Women’s Soccer. Consultant, University of North Carolina Women’s Soccer.Hockey: Consulted with San Jose Sharks.Tennis: Conditioning coach for Monica Seles. Consultant Billy Stearns Tennis Academy, Sarasota, FL.Softball: Consultant to Australian women’s softball, bronze medalists Olympics.Swimming: Consultant to the Carmel Swim Club, Harvard University Women’s Swimmimg. Consultant to University of Michigan women’s swimming, Consultant, Kenyon College Swimming. Consultant to Mission Viejo Natadores.American Football: Consultant to San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs. 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 212 I am delighted to be joined by Irish and UCONN hepathlete Diarmuid O’Connor. He is Ireland’s leading multi event men's athlete currently in his final year at UCONN.  We recorded court side at Gampbell Pavillion on campus to discuss his career, his journey to the states, life as a multi-eventer, training at home vs USA, UCONN, injuries, potential and Katie Taylor. Take a look at his career below!Diarmuid is originally from west Cork and played multiple sports growing up. This led into his athletic career where he would choose the heptathlon.  He would train and compete for Old Abbey AC before transferring to Bandon AC. The sport ran in his family as his cousin Brian Lynch, was also a multi-eventer who competed in the u18 European Championships in 2018. A talented teenager he qualified for the European Youth Olympics in Baku back in 2019, where he finished 6th.While he won the Irish U20 Decathlon championships in September 202O with a total of 6,807 points, things had just not yet clicked with him. However, in June 2021 at an international multi-events competition in Tenerife, he qualified for the European u20 championships and finished 4th overall Additionally he set a new Irish u20 record of 7.604 points obliterating Barry Walsh’s mark that had stood for 36 years.He originally attended Texas Tech however was suffered multiple injuries and as a result returned home. Following a 3 month stint in Belgium training with a pro group he returned to the United States and this time to Connecticut. At the Big East championships in Villanova, following a 3 year break from competing, he he won the competition with a total of 7,610 points and set a new National U23 record, one that was 22 years standing. It was regarded as the best performance by an Irish athlete in the decathlon for over 30 years at the time. O'Connor took home the top spot in the 2024 BIG EAST Outdoor Championships in the decathlon, with a score of 7,610 points... Qualified for the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field Championships, finishing 13th in decathlon at 7,546 points, earning second team All-American status.In 2025 he was named NCAA Second Team All-American, placing 15th in decathlon with 7,580 points. https://www.trackathletes.ie/athlete/diarmuidoconnor_16134/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 211 I am delighted to be joined by Irish sprinting coach Gerard O’Donnell. Gerard is head coach at Dublin sprint where he trains elite athletes including Sophie Becker and Jack Rafferty, and national relay coach for all of the national squads. Gerard is also a national champion himself competing in the hurdles however is focusing on coaching and is a full time athletics coach. We discuss coaching, athletics, mechanics, how to program sprinting to get faster, his advice to GAA coaches, his approach with elite athletes and more. We discuss his thoughts on what separates the best from the rest, recent Irish success and who he learns from. This is a fascinating insight into the life and approach of an elite sprint coach with insights for anyone involved in not just athletics but GAA, Basketball, soccer and beyond. This episode was recorded in person in December 2025. Follow Gerard here https://www.instagram.com/dublin_sprint/ https://www.instagram.com/gerard_od_/https://www.godspeed.ie/ 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 210 I am delighted to welcome back sports psychologist and co host of the high performance podcast Damian Hughes. Damian and I spoke 4 years ago and upon the release of his new book MicroHabits we decided it would be an ideal time to record another episode. We review our conversation 4 years ago, high performance vs world class, the cost or shadow side of elite sport, the all in mindset, his new book, retirement in sport, passion & discipline, his insights from recording nearly 400 episodes of the High performance podcast and so much more. Damian is one of the best in the business working with elite teams and coaches across the planet along with his work on the high performance podcast. His book micro habits is available now please consider supporting local irish independent bookshops. Listen to episode 57 for part one with Damian on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SKydTDHeUAfy8Fao0A7aM?si=MG1TUWtfQPOCThltMkq8jAFollow 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 #209 I am delighted to be joined by Texas Freshman and Irish sprinting sensation Conor Kelly who has cemented himself as one of Ireland’s brightest talents.This episode was recorded in November in Austin Texas where Conor recently began his college career as a Texas Longhorn. We discuss his career as a spinner, his recent move to Austin Texas following in the footsteps of Rshadiat Adeleke and what it is like training with world renowned Coach Flo. We also break down his training, cues, reps and life in Austin. We also discuss his recent success where Conor dominated on the European underage stage over the last 18 months. In 2024 at the European U18 Championships in Slovakia, he claimed a bronze medal while setting a new Irish U18 record of 46.97 seconds. Less than one year later (Feb 25), he recorded 46.54 seconds in the final of at the Irish Indoor Championships in Abbotstown, winning the national indoor title and setting a new Irish U20 indoor record. His form continued into the summer months as on August 9th 2025, at the European U20 Championships in Finland, Kelly delivered a dominant performance in the 400 m final, winning gold in 45.83 seconds and setting a brand new Irish U20 record outdoors.Conor became the ninth ever Irish athlete ever to win gold at the European U20 Championships and his time of 45.83 seconds places him among the top senior-level Irish 400m athletes, despite still being eligible for U20 competition this year. As Irish sprinting is entering arguably their golden era, Kelly is one of the many athletes spearheading the charge as the tri colour becomes a regular feature across world and olympic sprint finals.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. Tune in to hear from one of Ireland’s brightest upcoming sports stars. Find Conor here https://www.instagram.com/conorklly/ 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 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