Get ready to be transported from the rolling green fields of Kerry to the dynamic, fast-paced world of Australian Rules Football.

We have two former Kerry footballers, Paris McCarty and Julie O'Sullivan, who now don the red and white of Sydney Swans, sharing their incredible journey on this podcast.

They offer a sneak peek into their training regime, their Irish origins, and the stark reality of limited professional sports opportunities in Kerry that spurred their move Down Under. 

Drawing parallels between Gaelic football, Australian Rules Football, and basketball. 

This isn't a mere chatter about their transition from Gaelic football to AFL, but a profound conversation on pre-season training, recuperation from injuries, and the relentless pursuit to stay on top.

It's about the grit, the sweat, and the sheer willpower, wrapped in motivational anecdotes. 

The episode doesn't stop there. We also delve into the nuances of different coaching styles across continents.

Our guests open up about the transparency, personal connection, and relentless drive their Australian coach brings to the game while highlighting the stark contrast with the US coaching style experienced by Paris during her D1 collegiate basketball career.

The conversation eventually navigates to their strengths, weaknesses, unforgettable moments, and their aspirations.

So, tune in and immerse yourself in the world of women's AFL, the life of professional athletes, and their indomitable spirit.

Time-Stamps

0:07 - AFLW and Kerry Football Journey

10:21 - Athletes' Experience in New York

15:52 - Skills in AFL and Gaelic Football

25:25 - Pre-Season Challenges and Game Importance

30:25 - Management and Coaching Styles

34:41 - Women's Australian Rules Football Strategies

47:54 - Irish Athletes on AFLW and Journeys

1:01:03 - Take Opportunities, Never Settle