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The Sports DiaryBeatrice Rogers - Breaking Barriers In Women's FootballIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with footballer and content creator Beatrice Rogers — one of the youngest athletes we've had on the podcast. Beatrice shares her incredible journey from playing football with the boys at school to making history as the first girl selected for her school's team.Now sponsored by Under Armour and with a growing platform online, Beatrice opens up about her path through the FA Advanced Coaching Centre and playing for clubs like Stevenage, Cambridge United, and London Seaward.Tune in for an honest conversation about breaking down barriers, balancing sport and social...2025-06-3037 minThe Sports DiaryChanice Sumners - From Set Back To Come BackChanice began her powerlifting journey in 2021 and has quickly become a force in the sport. After overcoming a back injury in 2022 that took her out for 8 weeks, she returned stronger than ever—hitting massive personal bests and showing incredible resilience. For Chanice, powerlifting has been more than just physical—it’s been a path of mental growth and healing. In 2025, she proudly made her debut representing Team England.2025-05-1950 minThe Sports DiaryLiam O'Neill - From The Pitch To The SidelinesWelcome back to Season 2 of The Sports Diary Podcast!We’re kicking things off with an incredible guest — Liam O’Neill, whose 35-year journey in football spans playing, coaching, and mentoring the next generation.From a career-threatening injury the day after facing Manchester United, to coaching some of today’s top talent like Lionesses stars Ella Toone and Millie Turner, Liam shares the highs, lows, and everything in between. With a UEFA A coaching license under his belt, he opens up about the mental health side of the game, his coaching philosophy, and the lessons he’s learned on an...2025-04-211h 15The Sports DiaryKelis Barton - Coming Back From Two ACL InjuriesIn the final episode of season 1, we are joined by the talented Kelis Barton from Rugby Borough Women's FC. Kelis born and raised in Seattle, Washington, talks to us about her footballing journey in the states and making that move across to the UK. How she coped mentally and physically with not only 1 but 2 ACL injuries, her work she currently does with the NWSL and how important mental health is for athletes. 2024-12-2347 minThe Sports DiaryMartine Barons - I Finally Found a Sport at 63 That Loved Me BackEpisode 7 welcomes the inspirational Martine Barons who discovered her sporting talent in powerlifting at the incredible age of 63, and within only 8 months she had qualified for the British, European and World Championships where she went on to win all 3! Martine talks to us about how she discovered her talent in powerlifting, how important it is to see representation for women of all ages in sport, and what she’s got her sights set on next. 2024-11-2539 minThe Sports DiaryLaura Wordley - I Thought Being The Smallest Would Make Me The BestWe take a closer look at what it really looks like to be a competitive cheerleader. Laura talks about the physical and mental demands of the sport, how cheerleading isn't just about pom-poms and cheering for a team but a high-intensity, competitive sport that requires strength, precision, and hours of hard work. From gravity-defying stunts to perfectly synchronised routines, cheerleaders push the limits of what’s possible with their bodies and their teams.
We also tackle a deeply important and often overlooked issue in the world of sports — eating disorders.
Laura opens up about her pers...2024-10-281h 03The Sports DiaryAngelina Nixon - Football Is A Talent, Not Everyone Can Do ItWe are joined by professional footballer Angelina Nixon who currently plays for Rugby Borough Women's. From Cambridge United to England U14 camp, Ange talks about those pressures and taking a break from football to now being more passionate than ever with her sights set on the Women's Championship. We hear about how faith and God play a significant role in Ange's life, her comeback from injury and how everything is a learning opportunity to become better. 2024-10-1442 minThe Sports DiaryHattie James - I Was So Caught Up In What I Looked Like and How Others Perceived MeFitness influencer, model and body builder Hattie James joins us in episode 4 where she lets us in on how she uses her unique physique to her advantage but also how she has been subject to negative comments during teenage years and now online. Hattie tells all from growing up when she hated sports, the world of body building, going viral on social media and making the shift from the Police to Only Fans. 2024-09-0951 minThe Sports DiaryTim Hunt - You Can't Cheat in BodybuildingEpisode 3 welcomes Pro Bodybuilder Tim Hunt. Tim shares his knowledge, experience and passion for the sport talking to us about the mental game on and off stage, using steroids and the effects on mental health and how social media plays huge role at present. 2024-08-2653 minThe Sports DiaryCallum Powell - Mindset is EverythingProfessional footballer Callum Powell joins us in episode 2 to let us into his footballing world. Callum talks about his scholarship move to Canada, dealing with injury, setback and beating the odds. He gives us an insight into his coaching academy, helping to develop the women's game and how psychology and mindset play a vital role. 2024-08-051h 00The Sports DiaryJade Simpson - You don't have to change yourself for anybodyIn the very first episode we welcome Dancer and Business women Jade, where she opens up about attending theatre school and her head teachers opinion on body image and 'making it in the industry'. Jade tells us about the dance school and community she has and is developing around body confidence and empowerment.2024-07-2224 min
The Sports DiaryThe Sports Diary IntroductionBrand New sports podcast coming to you. Getting an insight into athletes world from the good, the bad and everything in-between.
New episodes released every other Monday.
First episode being released on Monday 22nd July.2024-07-0801 min