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#157 - Darren Lockyer + Grant Wechsel - From Brisbane to London: Lockyer’s Global Play for the Broncos
In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down face to face with Darren Lockyer and Grant Wechsel to unpack one of the most ambitious plays in global rugby league: their majority ownership of the London Broncos.Recorded in early 2026, the conversation goes deep into why two seasoned operators would back a Championship club in one of the world’s most competitive sporting markets and what it will take to rebuild a professional team in London from the ground up .Darren and Grant break down the investment thesis behind the Broncos, from seven year strategic pl...
2026-02-21
1h 01
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#156: Todd Carney (Rugby League) Rollercoaster to Redemption
In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Todd Carney for one of the most raw and reflective conversations on the podcast to date. A former NRL star now working as a pathways coach with the Gold Coast Titans, Todd speaks openly about the highs of professional rugby league and the very public lows that followed. Todd describes rugby league as the greatest rollercoaster of his life. It gave him success, identity and opportunity, but also shame, heartache and lessons he had to learn the hard way. He revisits the...
2026-02-16
56 min
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#155: Brandon Starcevich (AFL) Own Your Space
Brandon Starcevich joins Chris Titley for a grounded, thoughtful conversation about change, pressure and backing yourself when the spotlight is on. Fresh off a move back to Perth and into a new club environment, Brandon reflects on leaving Brisbane after a premiership run, navigating free agency and choosing what felt right personally rather than purely professionally. He opens up about being an intensity driven defender who relies on preparation and mental sharpness to compete with more naturally gifted opponents. From spending hours studying matchups to grounding himself through breathing and visualisation before running out...
2026-02-12
38 min
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#154: Matt Flynn (AFL) Voice, Consistency and the Long Game
Matt Flynn joins Chris Titley to reflect on a season that finally clicked and on the habits that let him stay available, useful and calm in a demanding AFL life. Matt talks honestly about early-career injuries and the work he and the medical team did to close gaps in his body, how a focus on simple, daily routines, sleep, walks, meditation and steady social connection fed into more consistent performances, and why consistency off the field follows consistency on it.He explains the practical side of being a modern ruckman: building aerobic...
2026-01-29
32 min
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#153: Stuart Law (Cricket) Basics, Belief & Big Moments
Stuart Law joins Chris Titley from Colombo as he prepares Nepal for the T20 World Cup and lays out a brutally simple coaching creed: do the basics better, give players clear roles, and train the moments you want to win.He explains the week-by-week plan, heavy work, sensible taper, then role clarity and scenario training in tournament camp and how that builds composure under pressure.Stuart is sharp on selection and mindset: consistent performance beats highlight reels, hard conversations are inevitable, and coaches must remove noise while keeping the environment curious and fun.
2026-01-27
53 min
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#152: Craig Starcevich (AFL) Simplify, Connect, Compete
In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley talks with Craig Starcevich about the relentless, practical work that sits behind elite teams and the small choices coaches make to turn potential into performance. Craig walks through a coach’s view of a modern football club — how more staff and more data have to be balanced with clarity, how you build a player’s role without over-rotating them, and why the real job of a coach is getting players to focus on the few things that truly matter on game day.Craig...
2026-01-23
50 min
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#151 Wayne Pearce (Rugby League) Teams, Trust & Intention
In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley talks with Wayne Pearce about what high performance really looks like when you move from the playing field into the boardroom. Wayne draws straight lines from elite sport to business: trust and psychological safety are the founding blocks of every great team, practice beats presence, and clear intentions unlock the brain’s ability to notice opportunity.Wayne explains how elite teams build trust quickly (the first two days of a State of Origin camp are about people not plays), why most businesses tr...
2026-01-19
51 min
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#150 Sam Heazlett (Cricket) Trust the Process
In Episode 150 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Sam Heazlett to talk about cricket, family and the small habits that keep a long career honest. Sam reflects on how fatherhood has softened the edges of a fiercely competitive mindset, why a calmer approach on game day actually improves performance, and how he balances multiple formats from red ball cricket to T20 while still preparing the right way for each opportunity.Sam tells the story behind his breakthrough moment playing for Australia under 19s at the WACA, the innings...
2026-01-06
42 min
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#149 Curtis McGrath (Paracanoeist) Work, Wriggle and Winning
In this episode, Chris Titley sits down with Curtis McGrath, Paralympic champion and an outspoken voice on resilience, values and life beyond sport.Curtis reflects on a year away from competition spent at home with his young family, how parenting reshaped his daily rhythm, and the simple rule he leans on: change the energy and roll with it. He takes us through the life changing power of the Invictus Games, the sudden shift from outrigger canoe to sprint kayak, and the daily habit of choosing discomfort because that is where growth lives. Curtis is...
2025-12-17
43 min
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#148 Jack Clayton (Cricket) - Clear the Mind, Face the Next Ball
Chris Titley sits down with Jack Clayton, a Queensland Bulls batter who has quietly reshaped his game through process and presence.Jack talks about a season of small, deliberate changes that added up to bigger scores. He explains how a mentorship with Mike Hussey and a focus on pre ball routines helped him turn fifties into hundreds, why he slows down net sessions so each ball is treated like a match ball, and the mental trick of clearing his head between deliveries. He reflects on batting alongside Test s...
2025-12-17
38 min
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#147: Jemma Barsby (Cricket) Heart, Fight & Raising the Standard
Some stories in sport aren’t defined by statistics, trophies, or highlight reels, they’re defined by courage. Jemma Barsby’s is one of them.From the chaos of WBBL travel weeks to the pressure of being a veteran in a league she helped build, Jemma has lived every phase of women’s cricket. But behind the professionalism, the rivalries, and the big-game moments is something far more personal, her ongoing battle with multiple sclerosis, and the decision to turn that private fight into a national conversation.In this...
2025-12-03
30 min
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#146: Bronte Campbell (Swimming) - Purpose, Pressure & Reinventing Yourself
Before Bronte Campbell dives into any topic - swimming, business, identity, she brings something you don’t always expect from a four-time Olympian: clarity. And a rare willingness to unpack the why behind everything she’s learned.In this thoughtful conversation with Chris Titley, Bronte reflects on a surreal year outside the pool, no rigid training blocks, no race calendar, no season markers. Instead, she’s been building Earthletica, her sustainable activewear company, navigating the chaos of startup life, and rediscovering who she is beyond the black line.She shares...
2025-12-01
45 min
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#145: Benji Floros (Cricket) - Chasing the Dream, Walking the Edge
Most careers build slowly. Benji Floros’ took a sharp turn — not once, but twice.One year he’s working full-time in a BDM role, the next he’s nearly walking away from cricket altogether. Then a phone call changes everything.In this powerful conversation with Chris Titley, Benji tells the story of almost quitting the sport he’d dedicated his life too, and the unexpected opportunity that pulled him back in. From the belief of mentor Luke Feldman, to a flat Second XI pitch at Junction Oval, to the surprise call-up fo...
2025-12-01
25 min
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#144: Emily Lang (Jockey) - Racing, Resilience, and Rising Fast
Jockey Emily Lang joins Chris Titley for her first-ever podcast — a candid look at the life, pressure, and discipline behind one of the toughest jobs in sport. From 3:30 a.m. starts and 10-horse trackwork mornings to riding in high-stakes races, Emily breaks down the preparation, mindset, and sacrifices that most people never see.She talks about handling nerves in the barriers, navigating the realities of weight management, and the strategy that separates good jockeys from great ones. Emily also opens up about being a young woman in a traditionally male-dominated industry, building resilience against cr...
2025-11-25
33 min
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#143: Lachie Hearne (Cricket) Form, Confidence, and Coming Through
Queensland batter Lachie Hearne joins Chris Titley after a thrilling Shield match in Perth — and a year where he’s found form, confidence, and a genuine love for the grind. From being labelled “lazy” because of his relaxed demeanour to scoring his maiden Shield hundred, Lachie shares the journey of proving himself in state cricket.He speaks about the transition from New South Wales to Queensland, the gamble of moving states with no guarantees, and the season of club cricket at Toombul that changed everything. Lachie opens up about learning to trust himself, managing nerves...
2025-11-25
38 min
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#142: Ethan Bullemor (Rugby League) - Footy, Finance, and Finding Direction
NRL forward Ethan Bullemor sits down with Chris Titley for a thoughtful conversation on ambition, growth, and navigating the highs and lows of professional sport. Fresh into preseason, Ethan reflects on a mixed 2025 — personal improvement, professional disappointment, and the drive to take Manly back to finals contention.He opens up about the emotional turbulence of elite rugby league: the pressure of performance, being dropped, dealing with criticism, and the impact that scrutiny has on parents and family. Ethan shares how his maturity, routine, and self-awareness have evolved — and why direct feedback, even when brutal, is n...
2025-11-25
33 min
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#141: Nick Maxwell (AFL) Building Leaders, Not Just Teams
Former Collingwood captain Nick Maxwell sits down with Chris Titley for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, identity, and the lessons that last long after the final siren.Now CEO of Éclà, a community-driven workspace in Melbourne, Nick reflects on his transition from 20 years in football to business and fatherhood. He shares how his setbacks as a young player shaped his resilience, why identity beyond sport is crucial for athletes, and how he now channels his competitive drive into coaching junior footy and mentoring the next generation.They dive into the pow...
2025-11-18
44 min
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#140: Darcy Gardiner (AFL) Resilience, Renewal, and the Road to a Premiership
Brisbane Lions premiership defender Darcy Gardiner sits down with Chris Titley for his first-ever in-person podcast, sharing an honest and grounded look at the highs, lows, and growth that shaped his career. From the long, difficult years at the bottom of the ladder to the slow, steady build toward becoming a contender, Darcy reflects on what it meant to stay patient, trust the process, and evolve as both a player and a person.He talks through the leadership shift that sparked Brisbane’s turnaround, the honesty required to take and give feedback, and how his mi...
2025-11-18
46 min
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#139: Lee Holdsworth (Motorsport) More Than a Driver
Chris Titley catches up with former Supercars driver Lee Holdsworth for a warm, wide-ranging conversation about career, comeback and life after racing.Lee revisits the crushing 2020 moment when sponsorship dried up, and how that forced him to rethink everything, retrain and build a second career in commercial real estate while still chasing the dream. He describes the hunger and focus that carried him back to win Bathurst and how that victory was as much about seizing the right opportunity as it was about persistence across 18 attempts.The conversation moves easily between the...
2025-11-11
30 min
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#138: Bree Chester (Rugby League) Don’t Forget Your Why
Bree Chester joins Chris Titley to share a candid, compact look at a breakthrough season, including her club’s first NRLW finals, a season worthy of Player of the Year recognition, and the personal loss that ran alongside those highs. Bree discusses the choices that changed her career such as moving north and embracing a leadership role, the daily work that underpins her game including sleep, strength, recovery and relentless learning, and the mental rules she lives by: take honest feedback, reset quickly and above all do not forget your why. The conversation is human and practical about growing in...
2025-11-11
24 min
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#137: Tom Gilbert (Rugby League) Back to What Matters
Tom Gilbert sits down with Chris Titley to reflect on a year that traded game time for perspective. After a season dominated by rehab, Tom found unexpected gains in fatherhood and family time, and he talks openly about the emotional work of stepping away from the club and why putting his family first ultimately made him a better teammate and person.He breaks down the simple performance habits that matter most: sleep, nutrition, hydration and consistent rehab, and explains how small investments at home and deliberate routines give him the platform to train and...
2025-11-11
37 min
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#136: Emily Whelan (High Jump) High jump, science and the small habits that add up
In this wide-ranging debut podcast, Emily Whelan (first ever podcast appearance) talks to Chris Titley about the technical craft and human side of being an elite high jumper. Emily traces a 15-year journey from Little Athletics in Mount Isa to training on the Central Coast, balancing a demanding university degree in medical engineering, and — this year — breaking through the 1.90m barrier and earning her first senior national team selection at the World Championships. Along the way she shares how she trains, recovers, prepares mentally for the big moment and builds the brand and support needed to chase an Olympic drea...
2025-11-06
25 min
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#135: Jack Riewoldt (AFL) Leadership, Legacy, and Life After Footy
Richmond legend Jack Riewoldt joins Chris Titley for an open and grounded conversation about life beyond the AFL. Recorded mid-drive after a visit to his Chinese doctor, Jack reflects on the shift from 17 seasons of professional footy to the rhythm of everyday life — from parenting three young kids to rediscovering purpose through mindfulness, leadership, and new business ventures.He shares insights on the habits that keep him grounded, the importance of emotional control, and how tools like CliftonStrengths helped reshape his view of leadership — lessons that became part of Richmond’s 2017 turnaround. Jack also talks...
2025-10-27
46 min
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#133: Erone Fitzpatrick (AFLW): Resilience, Respect, and Redefining Success
In this episode of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Erone Fitzpatrick, Carlton AFLW player, in what marks her very first podcast appearance. From growing up in Ireland as a cross-country runner and Gaelic footballer to carving out her place in the AFLW, Erin opens up about her journey, the lessons she’s learned, and the resilience that shaped her both on and off the field.She shares how an ACL injury became a turning point that taught her empathy and mental strength, how she built her habits around recovery, nutrition, and discipline, and wh...
2025-10-27
32 min
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#132: Kayla Waller (Softball): Catching Dreams, Grit, and the Summer of Softball
Australian softballer Kayla Waller joins Chris Titley to talk about what it takes to chase a dream — from 4 a.m. gym sessions to representing Australia on the world stage.Kayla shares her journey from growing up in a softball-loving family to earning her green and gold cap, the lessons she’s learned behind the plate, and how she balances study, early mornings, and elite competition.They dive into the mental side of sport, the importance of resilience, and why her mantra is simple — get 1% better every day.
2025-10-15
46 min
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#131: Amy Chapman (Football) - From the Matildas to MedTech
Former Matilda and commentator Amy Chapman joins Chris Titley for a conversation that goes far beyond football. Amy opens up about her transition from professional sport to entrepreneurship, the reality of rebuilding identity after retirement, and how motherhood reshaped her ambitions.They talk about her journey into the MedTech industry, the challenges of ACL injuries, the art of commentary, and the powerful lessons sport teaches about community, purpose, and persistence.From cycling Brisbane’s River Loop to calling one of Australia’s most-watched sporting moments — Amy’s story is full of...
2025-10-13
44 min
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#125 - Jack Wildermuth (Cricket) - Balancing Cricket, Family and the Future
In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Queensland and Brisbane Heat all-rounder Jack Wildermuth. Jack opens up about life inside professional cricket, from managing the shift between red ball and white ball formats to learning how to embrace pressure moments on the big stage.He shares how perspective, family, and finding purpose beyond the game have shaped his career, as well as his growing work in commercial property. Jack also talks identity, resilience, and what sport has taught him about competing, winning and bouncing back from setbacks.From...
2025-09-08
44 min
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#123 - Matt McMillan (Art) : From the Classroom to the Canvas
In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with self-taught artist and PE teacher Matt McMillan, who has built a growing following through his sports-inspired artwork. From his first drawings in 2014 to today’s one-of-one commissioned pieces, Matt shares how he blends his love of sport and creativity, the boom of trading cards during COVID, and what it’s like collaborating with AFL stars and their families.Matt also opens up about the challenges of pricing art, balancing teaching with his artistic ambitions, and how becoming a dad – and the passing of his own father...
2025-08-27
33 min
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Episode 106: (Aerial Skiing) ;Abbey Willcox — Fear, Flight & Fighting for the Olympics
In Episode 106 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with Abbey Willcox, freestyle aerial skier, about resilience, risk, and the reality of chasing an Olympic dream.Abbey shares her journey from gymnastics to skiing, the lessons learned from missing the 2022 Winter Olympics, and what it took to come back stronger. She talks about living with fear every time she jumps, managing nerves, and training year-round in Brisbane’s world-class water ramp facility.From breaking her leg to making history with the Australian team on the World Cup podium, Abbey explains the hi...
2025-07-31
40 min
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Episode 105: (Cricket) Hayden Kerr — Big Bash, Bowral & Building Balance
In Episode 105 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley talks with Hayden Kerr, Sydney Sixers all-rounder and Queensland recruit, about life on and off the pitch.Hayden shares how growing up across the road from Bradman Oval shaped his love for cricket, the lessons from his breakout Big Bash season, and how he balances the demands of being an all-rounder across multiple formats.They cover his time playing county cricket in Cardiff, his move to Queensland cricket, and why having the right support network has been key to staying grounded.
2025-07-30
50 min
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Episode 104: (NBA) Danielle Mansell — Memberships & the Modern NBA Fan
In Episode 104 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with Danielle Mansell, Vice President, Service and Fan Experience at the Dallas Mavericks about how one of the NBA’s biggest teams designs loyalty that lasts.Fresh from a visit to Australia, Danielle reflects on what she observed from Aussie clubs and how it sharpened her thinking around community and fan relationships. She talks about the evolving approach to membership tiers, segmenting audiences, and delivering value to different types of fans from superfans to casual attendees.She di...
2025-07-25
47 min
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Episode 103: (AFLW) Amelia Velardo — Kicking, Confidence & Carving Her Own Lane
In Episode 103 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Amelia Velardo from Carlton AFLW about finding her rhythm in the game—and the mindset shifts that helped her get there.Amelia reflects on switching from basketball to footy, the challenge of changing positions, and how she turned kicking into a strength. She opens up about managing injury setbacks, building confidence, and the importance of separating her identity from performance.It’s a grounded and honest conversation about growth, perspective, and doing the work—on her own terms.P...
2025-07-23
46 min
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Episode 102: Alex Saundry — Agents, Athletes & Earning Trust
In Episode 102 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Alex Saundry, founder and director of More Than Management, to unpack the evolving role of a player agent—especially in women’s sport.Alex shares how she went from AFLW player to player advocate, what athletes actually look for in representation, and why trust is her non-negotiable. From media training to commercial deals and post-career planning, she breaks down what managing a modern athlete really involves.We talk about navigating pressure, shaping public narratives, and the personal relationships behind the head...
2025-07-22
44 min
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Episode 101: Kathryn McCann — Launching the Devils & Building Something Bigger
In Episode 101 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Kathryn McCann, General Manager of Marketing, Public Affairs and Social Impact at the Tasmania Devils, about what it takes to launch a new AFL club with deep roots in community, culture, and purpose.Kathryn shares how the team identity was built around Tasmanian values—from shaping the narrative to introducing Rum’un, the official mascot. It’s a story of symbolism, authenticity, and the steady work of building connection before the first bounce.We talk about early influences, defining success beyond the sc...
2025-07-21
43 min
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Episode 100: Ally Anderson — Using Her Voice, Brisbane Lions & the Long Game in AFLW
For the 100th episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley is joined by Ally Anderson—Brisbane Lions midfielder, AFLW Best & Fairest winner, and a player who’s learned when and how to use her voice.Ally reflects on the evolution of the AFLW, her role as a leader, and the responsibility that comes with being a First Nations athlete in the public eye. She talks about confidence, consistency, and carving out space—not just on the field, but in the conversation.And a quick stat rundown:🏆 2 x Premiersh...
2025-07-16
54 min
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Episode 99: Anna Pixner — Focus, Fear & Flying Downhill
In Episode 99 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with Anna Pixner, two-time downhill skateboarding world champion, about speed, fear, and staying centred when the road drops away at 90km/h.Anna shares how she got into the sport, the role of breathwork and focus during high-speed descents, and what it’s like to navigate crashes, nerves, and adrenaline on some of the world’s fastest hills. From standing on podiums to mentoring women in the sport, she unpacks what it takes—mentally and physically—to ride the edge and stay in contr...
2025-07-15
40 min
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Episode 98: Bhavi Devchand — Cricket, Coaching & Coming Full Circle
In Episode 98 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with Bhavi Devchand—professional cricketer, coach, podcaster, and one of the most thoughtful voices in women’s sport today.Bhavi shares her journey from playing backyard cricket in Perth to representing Western Australia, living the grind of domestic competitions, and finding deeper meaning through coaching and storytelling. She talks about being dropped, coming back, and the emotional toll of always having to prove yourself.We also explore:Her return to WA for the...
2025-07-15
49 min
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Episode 96: Katie Lynch — Rising in the AFLW, One Step at a Time
In Episode 96 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Katie Lynch, Gold Coast Suns AFLW player, who at just 25 has already notched 50 games, stepped into a leadership role, and is now embracing a new challenge—recovering from injury with purpose and perspective.Katie shares what it’s like to be sidelined in a career built on momentum, and how injury has reshaped her view of identity, confidence, and contribution. From her early days in the game to her move north, we cover leadership, growth, and the mindset it takes to keep...
2025-07-11
44 min
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Episode 95: Shannon Seebohm — Trust, Pressure & Perspective in the WNBL
In Episode 95 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with Shannon Seebohm, head coach of the Townsville Fire, about what it takes to build a winning team—and how a major health scare reshaped his coaching journey.Shannon opens up about the heart attack that stopped everything, the lessons it forced him to learn, and how it changed his relationship with pressure, trust, and performance. From overcoming mid-season setbacks to building belief in his players, this episode dives deep into the mental side of coaching in the WNBL....
2025-07-09
42 min
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Episode 93: David Campese — Unfiltered, Uncensored & Unapologetic
In Episode 93 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with David Campese, one of rugby’s most electrifying and outspoken figures, on the state of the game—and why silence isn’t an option.Campo opens up about being shut out by the media, removed from commentary, and ignored by decision-makers. He questions Rugby Australia's leadership, the erasure of history, and the loss of identity in the modern game. From the Lions tour to the 2027 World Cup, he warns that time is running out to turn things around.This isn’t a soft interview—it’s Campo calling it a...
2025-07-09
1h 02
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Episode 92: Duncan Armstrong on Preparation, Pressure & Performing When It Counts
In Episode 92 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Duncan Armstrong, Olympic gold medalist and one of Australia’s most celebrated swimmers, to unpack the preparation behind the podium—and the self-belief it took to get there.Duncan shares the brutal training sets that shaped him—like 200 laps in the pool followed by a 6km run—the nerves he had to master, and how he found flow when everything was on the line. He opens up about working with Laurie Lawrence, the mindset behind elite performance, and the transition to life after sport.It’s a conversa...
2025-07-08
1h 05
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Episode 91: Stuart Randall on ESPN, Audiences & the Algorithm
🎙️Scoreboard is Powered by Swyftx – Less cryptic, more cryptoJoin over 1.1 million users across Australia and New Zealand:🌐 https://swyftx.com/about/In Episode 91 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Stuart Randall, Managing Editor Digital, Video, Audio and Social at ESPN Australia about what it really takes to build and retain attention in today’s sports media landscape.Stuart shares how ESPN shifted from a one-size-fits-all approach to platform-native content, why creative teams need to act like publishers, and how data—and instinct—drive decisions across billions of views.
2025-07-07
45 min
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Episode 88: David Hanham on Pathways, Pride & the Future of Queensland Rugby
In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Queensland Rugby Union CEO David Hanham about shaping the future of the game—from grassroots clubs to major international events.David reflects on the importance of development pathways, the power of community clubs, and what makes Queensland Rugby’s DNA so unique. He also shares insights from working across multiple codes, and how his experiences in the NRL and AFL have influenced his leadership in rugby.With the British & Irish Lions tour, Women’s World Cup, a...
2025-07-01
46 min
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Episode 87: Matt Cockbain on Test Debuts, Selection Pressure & Coaching the Head
In Episode 87 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with former Wallaby Matt Cockbain about the lessons from his playing days—and how they inform his coaching today.Matt talks about earning his first Queensland and Wallabies caps, the challenges of wet-weather European tours, and why team fit matters just as much as talent. He reflects on his time under coaches like Rod Macqueen and Eddie Jones, and how those environments shaped his understanding of leadership.Now a coach himself, Matt unpacks what it means to “coach the head”—teaching players how to think, respond, and contribute beyond j...
2025-07-01
1h 06
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Episode 86: Simon Black on Consistency, Clarity & Crafting a Champion Mindset
In Episode 86 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with AFL Hall of Famer Simon Black to unpack what made the Brisbane Lions’ golden era tick—and the habits that helped him become one of the game’s most consistent performers.Simon reflects on his early days as a West Coast supporter, the culture under Leigh Matthews, and what it meant to train with purpose every single session. He opens up about self-critique, visualisation, and how to focus when the stakes are high and the margins are tight.
2025-06-18
56 min
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Episode 85: Michael Klim on Swimming, Setbacks & What Matters Most
In Episode 85 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with Olympic gold medallist Michael Klim about the journey beyond the pool—and the mindset shifts that came after life changed course.Michael opens up about living with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a rare autoimmune disorder that affects the nerves and has left him unable to walk unaided. He shares how the condition forced him to re-examine his identity, values, and what truly matters—well beyond medals and records.We talk about:💥 The team spirit behind an individual sport💥 His long friendship with Gary Hall...
2025-06-13
57 min
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Episode 84: Paul Salmon on Footy Eras, Staying Grounded & the Bright Side of Life
In Episode 84 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Paul Salmon—AFL legend, dual premiership player, and one of the game’s most enduring personalities.Paul reflects on the shifting eras of footy, what he learned under Kevin Sheedy, and the mental battles that come with crowd noise—especially when you’re getting booed off. He speaks candidly about post-career transitions, the importance of managing moods, and finding balance through wellness and perspective.Above all, Paul shares why staying true to who you are—and seeing the...
2025-06-12
51 min
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Episode 83: Jade Bartholomeusz on Hockey, Setbacks & the 1% Edge
In Episode 83 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley speaks with Jade Bartholomeusz—Queensland hockey player and founder of 1% Activewear—about the drive to improve, the frustration of injury, and finding identity beyond results.Jade reflects on her journey through elite pathways, the toll of long-term rehab, and how injury shifted her perspective on performance and progress. She shares the importance of rest, self-awareness, and why consistency—not perfection—is now her measure of success.Off the field, Jade built 1% Activewear as a way to inspire small daily wi...
2025-06-11
40 min
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Episode 82: Michael Kasprowicz on Fast Bowling, Future Planning & the Business of Sport
In Episode 82 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Michael Kasprowicz—former Australian Test cricketer and now long-time contributor to the business side of sport.From debuting for Queensland as a 17-year-old to playing Test cricket around the world, Kaspa shares stories from inside the dressing room and the boardroom. He reflects on selection setbacks, high-performance environments, and how the patience of fast bowling shaped his career after cricket.Now with decades of experience across cricket administration, sport tech, and governance, Kaspa unpacks the structure be...
2025-06-06
58 min
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Episode 81: Duop Reath on Bronze Medals, NBA Dreams & Belief Beyond Borders
In Episode 81 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with NBA player Duop Reath—whose journey from a refugee camp in South Sudan to the world’s biggest basketball stage is a story of belief, resilience, and relentless growth.Duop opens up about his early life in Kakuma, learning English from scratch, and how sport helped him feel at home in Australia. He reflects on picking up basketball in Year 8, the powerful role of education, and why journaling and self-awareness became critical to his rise.From LSU...
2025-06-06
24 min
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Episode 80: John Buchanan on Everest Goals, Coaching Culture & Changing the Game
In Episode 80 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with John Buchanan—former coach of the Australian men’s cricket team—to unpack how coaching, culture, and clarity of purpose shaped one of the most dominant teams in sporting history.John reflects on his early days growing up with backyard cricket, the lessons from losing jobs, and the rise from teaching to transforming high-performance sport. He dives into how he approached systems thinking, personal bests, and building lasting change—not just chasing silverware.From VHS tapes to...
2025-06-06
1h 02
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Episode 79: Inside PlayHQ — How Tim MacKinnon is Digitising Grassroots Sport
In Episode 79 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Tim MacKinnon—CEO of PlayHQ—about shifting Australia’s grassroots sports systems from spreadsheets to scalable platforms, and why transforming community sport isn’t just a tech challenge—it’s a people one.Tim shares the behind-the-scenes of building tech for community sport, the juggling act of national and state rollouts, and why it’s the everyday volunteer that guides their product thinking.From onboarding resistance to weekend feedback loops, he unpacks what it takes to transform the way grassroots sport runs across Au...
2025-06-05
45 min
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Episode 78: Tom Boyd on Walking away at 23 , Mental Health & Life After the Hype
In Episode 78 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Tom Boyd—AFL premiership hero, mental health advocate, and former No. 1 draft pick—to talk about identity, expectation, and rewriting your own story.Tom opens up about the pressure of being a teenage multimillionaire, the reality behind “that” 2016 Grand Final goal, and why walking away from the game was one of the hardest—and best—decisions he’s ever made.He shares how mental health challenges forced him to stop, reset, and rethink what success actually looks like—and how he now uses his...
2025-06-03
28 min
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Episode 77: From Saddle to Steel—Emily Howkins on Broncs, Bulldozers & Bouncing Back
In Episode 77 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Emily Howkins—former jockey turned rodeo competitor—to talk about grit, guts, and chasing adrenaline across wildly different arenas.Emily opens up about her early days growing up in Central Queensland, riding trackwork before sunrise and pushing her body to make weight—until one day, she couldn’t anymore. That’s when she found rodeo.Now driving heavy machinery by day and saddling up by night, she shares what it’s like to compete in the male-dominated world of Ranch Saddle Bronc...
2025-06-03
46 min
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Episode 76: Jonathon Flegg - Phins Up, Perth Dreams & Punching Into New Codes
In Episode 76 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Jonathon Flegg Director from Freshwater Strategy—sports entrepreneur, expansion strategist, and driving force behind some of the biggest bid moments in Australian sport.From rallying support for the Dolphins' successful NRL bid to leading the Perth Bears charge, Jono shares the behind-the-scenes of turning fan bases into business cases—and how a strong vision can turn ‘maybe’ into ‘launching soon’.He unpacks the early work behind Professional Fighters League (PFL Pacific), the lessons from his time with the London Broncos, and how building...
2025-05-29
45 min
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Episode 75: Christie Jenkins on Three Sports, Techstars & Finding Joy in the Jump
In Episode 75 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Christie Jenkins—elite athlete turned startup investor—to explore how mindset, movement, and moonshots have shaped her life across sport and business.Christie unpacks a remarkable athletic career spanning trampolining, CrossFit, and Beach Volleyball—where she reached national or world-class status in all three. She shares what it’s like to give everything to a dream, miss the medal, and still walk away fulfilled. Her Scoreboard Moment? A training accident that changed her perspective on coaching...
2025-05-28
1h 00
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Episode 74: Alex Gardner on Go-Karts, GT3s & Grit at 290km/h
In Episode 74 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with 18-year-old Australian racing driver Alex Gardner to talk about passion, pressure, and chasing speed—on track and in life.Alex shares how a childhood obsession with Cars movies and Hot Wheels turned into go-karts, a Radical Cup championship, and now piloting an Aston Martin Vantage GT3 as the youngest in his category. He opens up about juggling university, training, sponsorship calls, and simulator sessions—while chasing a seat on the international endurance circuit.From mental trai...
2025-05-22
39 min
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Episode 73: Carol Cooke on MS, Medals & Proving People Wrong (Over and Over Again)
In Episode 73 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with triple Paralympic gold medallist Carol Cooke—former cop, cyclist, swimmer, speaker, and founder of the MS Mega Swim—to talk about resilience, reinvention, and refusing to accept limits.Carol shares her life-defining diagnosis with MS at age 36—and the brutal delivery from a neurologist who told her to “get her affairs in order” and give up sport. What followed was a decades-long story of defiance, discovery, and gold medals in three sports across two continents.From being...
2025-05-21
1h 00
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Episode 72: Rupert McCall on Green & Gold, Getting It Wrong, and Taking the Road Less Travelled
In Episode 72 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Rupert McCall—poet, performer, and proud Queenslander—for a rich and winding conversation about sport, storytelling, and how walking away from a legal career led to a life on stages across the world.Rupert reflects on childhood backyard battles in Margate, discovering Banjo Paterson in Year 5, and his sliding-door moment at Strathpine that pushed him out of family law and into full-time poetry. He shares stories of early gigs, forgotten lines, Anzac Cove tributes, and finding rhythm again—both in his work and his life.
2025-05-21
1h 01
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Episode 71: Sarah Kelly on Sport as a Cultural Magnet, Boardroom Strategy & Brisbane’s Big Moment
In Episode 71 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Sarah Kelly—Deputy Chair of the Brisbane Lions, Chair of the Australian Sports Foundation, and board member for Brisbane 2032—to unpack the power of sport as both business and cultural connector.Sarah reflects on her early love of sport from beach cricket at Bilinga to Lang Park Origin nights, and how her legal and academic background shaped her unique path into sports governance. From helping rebuild the Lions from wooden spooners to premiers, to guiding Olympic legacy strategy, she shares how...
2025-05-20
50 min
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Episode 70: Rebecca Frizelle on Club Ownership, Culture Shifts & Building a Titans Legacy
In Episode 70 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Rebecca Frizelle—co-owner of the Gold Coast Titans and long-time sports backer—to talk about two decades in the game, resilience in leadership, and why good people make great clubs.Rebecca opens up about her journey from corporate boardrooms to club ownership, what she’s learned since becoming a major stakeholder in 2018, and why growing the Titans is about more than just wins—it’s about culture, community, and creating a place the Gold Coast can be proud of.She unpacks th...
2025-05-20
43 min
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Episode 69: Scott Roth on NBA Dreams, Defending the Island & Coaching with Heart
In Episode 69 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Scott Roth—head coach of the Tasmania JackJumpers—for an honest and deeply reflective conversation about life in basketball, building culture from scratch, and leading with empathy over ego.Scott shares how the game took him from Cleveland to the NBA, from coaching in Europe to launching the JackJumpers—and how a heartbreaking moment with his father changed everything. He reflects on being cut, benched, doubted, and driven, and how all of it shaped the grit-and-grind values that now define one of...
2025-05-15
48 min
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Episode 68: Victoria Denholm on Owning a League, Growing the Game & Leveling the Playing Field
In Episode 68 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits courtside with Victoria Denholm—CEO of Wollemi Capital Group and now co-owner of the WNBL—to talk about taking bold bets in sport, reshaping women’s basketball, and what it means to lead with purpose and ambition.Victoria shares how basketball has shaped her life from childhood to boardroom, how a LinkedIn message to Paul Smith kickstarted her journey into sports ownership, and why she sees the WNBL as a “startup with history.” She unpacks the family office’s three investment pillars—climate, diver...
2025-05-15
41 min
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Episode 67: Matt Denholm on Building Hoops Capital, Big Plays & Sydney’s Basketball Boom
In Episode 67 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down on centre court at Hoops Capital East with Matt Denholm—Executive Director of Hoops Capital—to talk about building a modern-day sports business, creating community pathways, and why basketball in Sydney is just getting started.Matt opens up about his first game-day memory as a five-year-old, the journey from a family love of basketball to owning both the Sydney Kings and Flames, and how he's helping steer the sport through its fastest growth phase in decades. From grassroots court shortages to game...
2025-05-15
40 min
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Episode 66: Rohan Taylor on Gold Medals, Culture Shifts & Coaching for the Long Game
In Episode 66 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Rohan Taylor, Head Coach of the Australian Dolphins swim team, for a deep dive into what it takes to prepare Australia’s best for the world stage—again and again.Rohan reflects on growing up between Nauru, Hong Kong, and the U.S., his decision to return to Australia to coach, and the moment he realised high performance wasn’t just about the stopwatch—it was about culture, care, and consistency. He shares the emotional comedown post-Paris, the challenge of preparin...
2025-05-12
47 min
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Episode 65: Alistair Dobson on Power Surges, Packed Stadiums & the Evolution of the Big Bash
In Episode 65 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Alistair Dobson—Executive General Manager of the Big Bash Leagues at Cricket Australia—for a behind-the-scenes look at what makes one of the country’s most loved summer products tick.Alistair reflects on his early sports admin days at Melbourne FC and the AFL, his scoreboard moment walking into his dream club, and how he’s helped steer the BBL through a period of reinvention. From COVID disruptions to crowd drop-offs and now resurgence, he unpacks how the league has evolved—and why competitive balance, player con...
2025-05-11
42 min
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Episode 64: Maddy Hendrie on Mindset, Markets & Making Her Own Path
In Episode 64 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with AFLW player and analyst Maddy Hendrie for a wide-ranging, grounded chat about sport, resilience, and carving out dual careers on her own terms.Maddy shares her journey from netball courts and high-jump mats in Sydney to becoming a lockdown defender for Carlton via the supplementary draft. She opens up about the highs of her AFLW debut, the disappointment of injury setbacks, and how she’s building her mental game alongside her physical one.Off the field, Maddy’s just as driv...
2025-05-11
39 min
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Episode 63: Liam Wright on Leadership, Lineouts & Learning to Love the Grind
In Episode 63 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Queensland Reds co-captain Liam Wright for a wide-ranging, grounded and often hilarious chat about injuries, resilience, and what leadership really looks like when you're sidelined.Liam reflects on growing up in a rugby-mad South African household, being thrown into boarding school, and how a teenage decision to stay in Brisbane became his personal Scoreboard Moment. He opens up about painting try lines at Easts, earning a $10k Reds contract, and how he once cooked lasagna for eight years in the longest-running footy share...
2025-05-11
51 min
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Episode 62: Phil Mooney on Club Roots, Coaching Resets & Keeping Rugby Real
In Episode 62 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Phil Mooney—former Queensland Reds coach and now Director of Rugby at Wests—to talk about full-circle moments, the state of rugby in Australia, and the beauty of doing the basics well.Phil reflects on growing up at Wests, tagging along with his Wallaby dad, and playing his first game for the club at five. He shares stories from coaching the Reds, being let go mid-rebuild, and how that setback became his sliding door moment—leading to coaching gigs at the Broncos, in New Zealand, and Ja...
2025-05-08
42 min
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Episode 61: Christine Finnegan on Starting From a Lounge Room, Leading With Heart & Building a Tasmanian Powerhouse
In Episode 61 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Christine Finnegan—CEO of the Tasmania JackJumpers—about launching a professional sports club from scratch, growing a brand in a parochial state, and leading through purpose, resilience, and a whole lot of hustle.Christine shares how the club was born in her Brighton lounge room during Melbourne’s lockdowns, how a mascot and a coach became the first two building blocks, and why authenticity has been at the centre of everything since day one. From a packed stadium to a sold-out membership list, the JackJu...
2025-05-08
39 min
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Episode 60: Mel Jones on Commentary Calls, Leadership Off the Field & Cricket with Purpose
In Episode 60 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Mel Jones—former Australian cricketer, trailblazing commentator, and driving force in cricket diplomacy—for a wide-ranging chat on sport, service, and shifting gears.Mel shares the story of how getting dropped from the Australian team unexpectedly opened the door to a commentary career—one she hadn’t planned, but now shapes the way the world watches women’s cricket. She reflects on growing up between backyard battles and Windies inspiration, coaching a club to a long-awaited flag, and finding pride not just i...
2025-05-08
33 min
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Episode 59: Rachel Condos-Fields on Athletes, Affordability & Unlocking the Power of Sport
In Episode 59 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Rachel Condos-Fields—former capital markets executive turned founder of The Wattlenest a fast-growing support platform helping emerging and elite athletes across Australia.Rachel shares her journey from corporate boardrooms to sports changemaker, founding The Wattlenest after witnessing firsthand the financial and emotional toll on athletes chasing their dreams. From helping athletes fund their journey to Paris 2024, to building a 160+ strong community across 50 sports, she unpacks the mission to remove affordability as a barrier to opportunity.Sh...
2025-05-06
36 min
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Episode 58: Pat Howard on Wallabies, Winning Systems & Playing the Long Game
In Episode 58 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Pat Howard—former Wallaby, coach, high-performance executive, and former CEO of an ASX-listed company—to talk about navigating elite sport, building better systems, and why long-term thinking wins.Pat reflects on debuting for the Wallabies at 19, the lessons he took from legends like Tim Horan, and how walking away from playing at 29 opened doors into coaching, strategy, and leadership. He unpacks his time in rugby and cricket, the shift to CEO life in tech, and the experience of leading a company through to acquisition.
2025-05-06
1h 05
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Episode 57: Jess Borg on Kicks, Comebacks & Building What’s Next
In Episode 57 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with former Taekwondo athlete and amateur boxer Jess Borg for a raw, grounded, and quietly powerful chat about chasing dreams, handling heartbreak, and starting again with purpose.Jess opens up about starting martial arts to overcome a childhood motor condition, becoming “the screaming Maltese kid” on the mats in Bundaberg, and her rapid rise through the national Taekwondo scene. She shares the emotional toll of narrowly missing Olympic selection, the injury setbacks, and what it’s like to give everything to a drea...
2025-05-05
41 min
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Episode 56: Fletcher Dyson on Neck Injuries, Wallaby Debuts & Doing Life at Full Tilt
In Episode 56 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with former Wallaby Fletcher Dyson—front-rower, business owner, and quiet achiever—with a story that spans Test debuts, unexpected detours, and a neck injury that nearly changed everything.Fletch opens up about chasing rugby dreams from the paddocks of Armidale to Eden Park, sneaking game tapes to study his idols, and earning a spot in the Waratahs squad thanks to a little “entrepreneurial curiosity.” He shares what it felt like to wear the Wallabies jersey, survive a near-paralysing spinal injury, and find pur...
2025-05-05
51 min
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Episode 55: Darius Boyd on Broncos Beginnings, Mental Health & the Power of Showing Up
In Episode 55 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with former Rugby League star Darius Boyd for a powerful, wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond the footy field.Darius reflects on growing up as a die-hard Broncos fan, sharing a locker room with his childhood hero Wendell Sailor, and the pressure of going from schoolboy to premiership player in just 12 months. He talks about his famous connection with Wayne Bennett, why consistency trumped talent, and how perfectionism nearly derailed his mental health.In a brutally...
2025-05-05
37 min
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Episode 54: Trevor Hendy on Winning at All Costs, Breaking Down & Finding His Way Home
In Episode 54 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Ironman Trevor Hendy for an emotional, raw, and deeply reflective conversation about performance, pressure, and learning to live beyond the podium.Trevor opens up about being the last kid off the beach who grew into one of the most dominant surf athletes in history—then spent the next three decades learning to let go of the ego that came with it. From dealing with early bullying and insecurity to developing a “win at all costs” mindset, Trevor shares how he hit th...
2025-05-02
1h 05
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Episode 53: Stirling Mortlock on Intercepts, Investment & the Evolution of Rugby
In Episode 53 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Wallabies legend Stirling Mortlock to talk about going from fourth-grade Colts to Test captain, how writing down his goals changed his life, and why he's now betting on the future of sport through XV Capital.Stirling shares the inside story of that famous intercept try against the All Blacks in the 2003 World Cup, the pressure of goal-kicking under stadium lights, and what it was like leading Australia through rugby’s shifting landscape. He opens up about learning from the greats, ma...
2025-04-30
36 min
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Episode 52: Zac Stubblety-Cook on Gold Medals, World Records & Mastering the Last 50
In Episode 52 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley catches up with Olympic gold medallist and world record holder Zac Stubblety-Cook to dive deep into performance, perfectionism, and finding freedom through pressure.Zac opens up about his journey to Tokyo, why winning gold felt more like relief than euphoria, and how journaling, process, and purpose helped shape his path. He unpacks the 2020 Olympic postponement, training through backyard pools and lockdowns, and the unexpected mental reset that made him faster, smarter, and more grounded.From breaking world records...
2025-04-24
44 min
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Episode 51: Mitch Dyer on Gout Gout, Great Calls & The Road from Runner to the Mic
In Episode 51 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Mitch Dyer—the voice of Australian athletics in 2025—about calling his way into the nation’s sporting conversation, from viral catchphrases to life-changing commentary boxes.Mitch shares how he went from a distance-running string bean to a carpenter, to a broadcaster chasing races across Europe and sleeping in airports to get his shot. He opens up about working with Bruce McAvaney, learning the art of the perfect call, and the nerves (and instinct) behind “Gout of this world”.From...
2025-04-17
35 min
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Episode 50: Tim Franklin on Running the World, Losing His Dad & Learning to Let Go
In Episode 50 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Tim Franklin—coach, endurance athlete, and one of only a handful of people to run around the world—to unpack a 26,245 km journey that changed far more than his GPS location.Tim shares the moment that sparked it all in the Simpson Desert, his obsession with numbers, the realities of crew life, and why the running was actually the easy part. He talks about self-funding the adventure, battling sleep deprivation, and the unexpected emotional crash that came once the finish line...
2025-04-17
49 min
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Episode 49: Nat Cook on Gold Medals, Mindset & Why Winning Starts Before the Scoreboard
In Episode 49 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with five-time Olympian and beach volleyball gold medallist Nat Cook for a high-energy, deeply personal chat about resilience, mindset, and creating opportunity—for herself and now for the next generation.Nat opens up about the early days, selling 486 Yatala pies to fund her first tour, finding her “posture of winning,” and why she trains athletes to think beyond the scoreboard. From Sydney gold to her current work with the Aussie Athlete Fund, Nat shares what it means to stay ready, rise after...
2025-04-16
44 min
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Episode 48: Brad Thorpe on Building ISOPHIT, Preventing Injuries & Changing the Way Athletes Train
In Episode 48 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with Brad Thorpe, the Canadian founder and inventor of ISOPHIT—an innovative isometric training device now used by athletes across the NBA, NFL, MLB, and elite sporting programs around the world.Brad shares how a conversation at a Toronto gym sparked the idea, and how a simple lack of wall space led to a solution that’s now changing global training systems. He unpacks the science behind isometrics, how ISOPHIT works across every level of sport—from teenage sprinters like Gout Gout to world champion drivers—and why it’s esp...
2025-04-16
43 min
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Episode 47: James Begley on Footy Dreams, Startup Grit & Calling Time on His Own Terms
In Episode 47 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley catches up with former AFL player turned founder James Begley for a wide-ranging chat on resilience, reinvention, and the brutal beauty of sport and business.James opens up about discovering footy late, writing himself an AFL contract at age 15, and why his early days at St Kilda were filled with pressure, promise, and pain. He shares the emotional decision to return home after the Bali bombings, what it meant to play for the Crows, and the moment a movie in July changed the...
2025-04-16
38 min
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Episode 46: Jim Wilson on Voice Lessons, Olympics & the Human Side of Sport
In Episode 46 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley chats with veteran broadcaster Jim Wilson—across nearly four decades of sport, news, and live radio—about his unlikely start, his passion for storytelling, and the broadcasting lessons that shaped his career.Jim reflects on growing up on the Gold Coast, idolising his sports-mad grandfather, and declaring at age eight on a kids’ TV show that he wanted to be a sports journalist. He shares how his voice was ‘banned from air’ at Channel Nine Sydney until two years of coaching passed the Hendo test—and why it was t...
2025-04-16
29 min
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Episode 45: Mal Watts on Rebuilding the Bullets, Basketball’s Boom & Bringing Brisbane Back
In Episode 45 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Mal Watts—CEO of the Brisbane Bullets—to talk about leadership, rebuilding a legacy club, and how basketball is booming in Australia’s fastest-growing market.Mal opens up about taking over a team in need of a reset, why bringing Brisbane’s basketball legends back into the fold mattered, and how moving the Bullets to a new home was backed by pure data, not just gut feel. He shares lessons from his varied career in tech, rugby, and hospitality—and why “all-in” is the only mindset i...
2025-04-10
37 min
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Episode 32: Chris Bond on Wheelchair Rugby, Leadership & Bouncing Back
In Episode 32 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Chris Bond, captain of the Australian Steelers wheelchair rugby team, to talk about resilience, elite competition, and the journey from a life-changing illness to Paralympic gold.Bondi opens up about the highs and lows of his career, including the heartbreak of Paris 2024, the mindset needed to bounce back, and what it takes to lead one of the most dominant teams in wheelchair rugby. From smashing into opponents at full speed to navigating the tactical side of the game, he gives a raw and honest look at what...
2025-03-03
52 min
Sub11 Sound bites
August 19 2022 - Paytron and JP Morgan
Sydney based Paytron partnered 🤝 with JP Morgan which will enable customers to access localised banking in even more countries whilst increasing their processing capability. ✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-08-22
00 min
Fintech Updates
August 19 2022 - Paytron and JP Morgan
Sydney based Paytron partnered 🤝 with JP Morgan which will enable customers to access localised banking in even more countries whilst increasing their processing capability. ✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-08-22
00 min
Fintech Updates
August 9 2022 - Blossom $20m fum and 6000 customers
Sydney based investing platform Blossom App have announced 📣 they now have $22m in FUM & > 6000 Customers 📊✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-08-09
00 min
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August 9 2022 - Blossom $20m fum and 6000 customers
Sydney based investing platform Blossom App have announced 📣 they now have $22m in FUM & > 6000 Customers 📊✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-08-09
00 min
Fintech Updates
July 12 2022 (2) - Archa fast receipt
Melbourne based Archa have announced 🎤 a Fast ⚡️receipt🧾 upload feature with Xero helping businesses collect & automate 🤖 expenses. ✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-12
00 min
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July 12 2022 (2) - Archa fast receipt
Melbourne based Archa have announced 🎤 a Fast ⚡️receipt🧾 upload feature with Xero helping businesses collect & automate 🤖 expenses. ✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-12
00 min
Fintech Updates
July 12 2022 - Zip and Sezzle termination
ASX listed Zip Co & Sezzle have terminated their merger agreement.Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-12
00 min
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July 12 2022 - Zip and Sezzle termination
ASX listed Zip Co & Sezzle have terminated their merger agreement.Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-12
00 min
Fintech Updates
July 11 2022 - WeMoney Raise
Sydney based WeMoney have announced they have raised $7.0m💰to support their vision of financial wellness for all Australians ✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-11
00 min
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July 11 2022 - WeMoney Raise
Sydney based WeMoney have announced they have raised $7.0m💰to support their vision of financial wellness for all Australians ✅Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-11
00 min
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July 8 2022 - Pocketbook closure
ASX listed Zip Co owned Pocketbook have made the decision to close the Pocketbook app 📲 & web service💻 effective 5 August 2022.Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-08
00 min
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July 7 2022 (4) - Adatree Exchange
Sydney based Adatree has launched the world’s 🌎 first Open Data marketplace called “Adatree Exchange” streamlining how organisations discover & procure CDR-ready, third party software capabilities 📖🏪💻Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-07
00 min
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July 6 2022 - Super Rewards in-store
Super Rewards have announced 📣 they are now live “in-store” at over 300 retailers representing >1000 stores. 🛍🛒Snippets is produced by Sub11. Sub11 is a joint venture between Chris Titley and Euphemia (Investment partner) telling stories of Australian fintechs and founders whilst using broader content as the catalyst to enable fintech companies to grow. For more information www.sub11.com.au
2022-07-06
00 min