Lessons from Australia and Becoming a Confident Professional with Niamh Kelly - Petey Performance Podcast #138
Lessons from Australia and Becoming a Confident Professional with Niamh Kelly - Petey Performance Podcast #138Description
This week I sat down with Niamh Kelly of the Adelaide Crows, to talk about her experiences over the off-season, travelling home to Ireland and back Oz, before she’s expected back for pre-season.
Niamh shares how she aims to achieve balance between taking a mental break and staying in top shape for the upcoming season.
We speak in-depth about all that Niamh has learned over the last 4 years in Australia playing in the AFLW. We also cover her relationships with other AFLW players, such as her sister Grace and former podcast guests, Paris McCarthy & Julie O’Sullivan.
Niamh touches on the mentorship that players receive smooths the transition into the league, the evolution of her game, and the focus areas that are critical to her ongoing success.
We delve into how Niamh stays grounded and the importance of a strong support network in coming back from serious injuries through the trials of rehabilitation.
We go into the added spice that comes with playing against her sister and former Mayo teammates in a new professional sport, and the 'banter' that often comes as part and parcel of the game.
Niamh’s positive attitude and clear passion for her athletic endeavours make it apparent why she has been successful, both on and off the field.
Join us for an episode that makes it clear just what it takes to succeed as a professional athlete in a country away from home!
*Time-Stamps*
0:00 - Niamh’s Off-season Training and Adventures
3:57 - Learning and Growing in the AFLW
9:58 - Niamh’s Journey Towards AFL Success so far
21:59 - AFLW from an Irish Perspective
29:28 - Australian vs Irish Culture and Self-Belief
41:54 - Ideas to Grow Both AFLW & Ladies Gaelic Football
49:39 - Balancing Work and Life in Sport
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