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10 months ago
Cricket Without Borders
Cricket Without Borders
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Marcella Torre – MCC Women’s Cricket Coordinator and former player

Marcella has done it all from a young woman playing the game at club level, representing her State, an administrator for the Victorian Women’s Cricket Association, working for Cricket Victoria and now the Co-ordinator of Women’s Cricket at the Melbourne Cricket Club as well as being the team Manager for Cricket Without Borders on a number of tours.

This is a most enjoyable discussion with someone who has given everything to the sport and continues to do so with a great passion for the game of cricket.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Ox9VVTDbi4WAw9l6zUdux
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10 months ago
Matt Ellis
Matt Ellis
Cricket Coach
Dubbo, NSW, Australia
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Richard Chee Quee, often remembered as a trailblazer in Australian cricket, carved a unique career on the field with his distinctive flair and talent. Chee Quee gained recognition playing first-class cricket as an opening batsman for New South Wales from the early 1990s. Celebrated for his vivacious playing style and impressive performances, including a noteworthy century against the West Indies in Newcastle and match winning hundred in the 1993/4 Mercantile Mutual Cup Final against WA at the SCG. Chee Quee has been equally impactful off the field, inspiring many multi cultural kids to play and love the game. His passion for life continues showcasing his artistic side as the frontman of the band ‘Six & Out’, further cementing his reputation as a versatile entertainer.

In this captivating episode of the Cricket Library podcast, host Matt Ellis welcomes the former New South Wales cricketer to reflect upon his unique cricketing journey. The conversation promises an intimate exploration of Chee Quee’s early fondness for the sport, shaped by iconic West Indies teams and rugged backyard matches with his brother Michael.

Delving deep into the narrative of Richard Chee Quee’s foray into cricket, the episode recounts nostalgic tales of his initiation into organised cricket and the eventual progression onto the first-class stage with New South Wales. Discussions resonate with recounting his remarkable performances, key influences that shaped his career, and his present-day passions beyond the field.

The episode unearths the significance of heritage, brotherhood, and personal growth that extended from the green expanses of cricket grounds to the lively setting of music stages. The shared moments with his brother, the identification with the West Indies, and confronting adversity both on the field and through societal biases have shaped a multifaceted life. The insights gained from Chee Quee’s reflections reveal a universal truth: our beginnings often shape our paths, but our choices make the story. Through it all, Richard’s constant has been entertaining and uniting people, whether through sport or music, leaving an indelible mark not only in the archives of cricket but also in the hearts of music enthusiasts.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/182/matt-ellis/blog/2203/richard-chee-quee-breaking-barriers-and-inspiring-change
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10 months ago
Matt Ellis
Matt Ellis
Cricket Coach
Dubbo, NSW, Australia
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Shane Jurgensen, former First-Class cricketer, and current head coach of the Wellington Firebirds, shares his journey in cricket and coaching with Matt Ellis on the Cricket Library podcast.

From his early days surrounded by cricket to playing for Queensland, Western Australia, and Tasmania, Jurgensen discusses the challenges and successes he faced. He also delves into his coaching philosophy, emphasising the importance of empathy and building genuine relationships with players.

Jurgensen reflects on his time with the New Zealand Black Caps and their journey to winning the World Test Championship. He also introduces his new project aimed at helping cricketers of all levels improve their skills and prevent injuries.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/182/matt-ellis/blog/2195/shane-jurgensen-journeyman-the-cricket-library-podcast
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11 months ago
Luke Perraton
Luke Perraton
Medical Practitioner
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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The Cricket Physio Thihan Chandramohan joined me on the latest episode of the Physio Foundations Podcast.

Thihan is a highly experienced Sports Physiotherapist who has held roles with the Melbourne Renegades, Bangladesh Cricket, Hampshire Cricket, and most recently as the Rehabilitation Manager for the Sri Lankan Cricket Team. Thihan is also one of the hosts of the Physio Social Club Podcast.

In this episode, we took a tangent from cricket and discussed Thihan’s recent leg injury and his experiences with injury, surgery and rehabilitation.

Thihan offered very interesting insights into the experience of having a serious injury and surgery in a developing country, reflections on the real experience of lengthy rehabilitation, and advise for students and new graduate physios for prioritising their assessment and management.

Thanks Thihan for a great conversation.

In this episode:

3:05 Thihan’s injury – fractured tibia and fibula. There was no pain until after the surgery – reflecting on when pain is not associated with pathology
5:30 The experience of having surgery in a developing country
12:23 ‘Letting go’, controlling what you can control and allowing people to do their job
14:40 Fracture healing, pain management, IV paracetamol, risks of compartment syndrome, experience of having an epidural
25:45 Being present and taking things one step at a time. It’s hard to think about the bigger picture as a patient. Meet the person where they are
31:40 Being proactive in your own rehabilitation. Lessons for practitioners
36:35 How can students keep things simple and be effective? Have a system and a structure to your assessment that you can repeat until you learn the patterns. Know why you are asking questions.
47:30 How do you stay motivated during long-term rehab?
53:40 Maintaining a positive mindset during the rehab journey
55:30 Empathy – 'get in the hole' with the patient / person

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6LkhxRuZ8IXq2pATMZYGuN
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11 months ago
Cricket Without Borders
Cricket Without Borders
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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General Manager, Commercial Operations and Partnerships, Melbourne Cricket Club with Tanya Gallina

Tanya Gallina is the General Manager, Commercial Operations and Partnerships and has enjoyed a wonderful career in professional sport at the Hawthorn and Carlton AFL Clubs, Melbourne Victory and is now a member of the senior management team at the MCC.

We discuss the evolution of the MCG from a pure sporting venue to an entertainment venue, the amazing ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup Final along with the documentary that was produced about the Final.

There are many critical partnerships associated with the management of the MCG including government, commercial partnerships and the various users of the venue including cricket and football franchises along with concert promoters and all fall within the scope of Tanya’s role at the MCG.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/01VIUoLS8JrEnOsFnLCNHD
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11 months ago
Cricket Without Borders
Cricket Without Borders
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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The CEO and Cricket in the Capital featuring Olivia Thornton

Olivia is the CEO of Cricket ACT (Canberra) and has had an extensive career in high performance sport at the Australian Institute of Sport and then at Cricket Australia.

We discuss Olivia’s love of cricket from a young age which has stayed with her and her desire to continue to grow the game in the ACT and provide a welcoming environment for all who wish to be involved in the sport in whatever capacity they choose and irrespective of their background.

We also discuss some of the unique partnerships Olivia has developed for women’s cricket and cricket in general through her role as CEO.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0LIvncY0ZAHibyblJkDhbc
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11 months ago
The Howie Games Podcast
The Howie Games Podcast
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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The Howie Games with Meg Lanning

As insightful, open, and honest as podcasts get. Meg Lanning dives as deep into her illustrious career as ever before, candidly sharing her triumphs and trials as one of the most successful captains in Australian cricket history.

Lanning discusses her successes on the field (*please note, there are a bloody lot of them), as well as the high-pressure moments on the field.

For the first time, Meg also shares the reasons why she was withdrawn from the 2023 Ashes series at the last minute and her personal challenges off the field at the time.

Don’t miss this raw and revealing episode with a true cricketing legend, as she opens up about her journey and offers a rare glimpse into her future aspirations.

Part A -
https://open.spotify.com/episode/04mLmPOLXGyRUKNYNQY19d


Part B -
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1joxFXtmJXCqBVPIblvhnq
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11 months ago
CricConnect Stories
CricConnect Stories
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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257 Followers



We thought this terrific interview with Gilbert Enoka would provide value to all cricket players, coaches and club managers administrators.

Cat Peters from Grit and Greatness

When you join the NZ All Blacks Rugby Team, the legacy itself is far more intimidating than any opponent you’ll face.

Add to that the pressure, expectations and weight of a nation and you have the ultimate game within the game. We sit down with Gilbert Enoka - All Blacks Leadership Manager, internationally renowned mental skills coach and the man who's known for being able to get inside the heads of one of the greatest international sports team in history.

His true Kiwi, no b/s approach to greatness and the man who coined the 'No Dickheads' policy with a motto "if you can't change the people, change the people" has helped build one of the greatest and most revered cultures and proudest legacies of any team in history.

Join us as we get inside Gilbert's head and learn the tools and tactics to address resilience, pressure and manage expectations. Oh and we also find out just how bad the man cold really is (or isn't) when it hits the All Blacks camp...

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/56/cricconnect-fans/blog/2120/gilbert-enoka-the-game-within-the-game-with-grit-and-greatness
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11 months ago
Steve Hodgson
Steve Hodgson
Business Coach
Brisbane, Australia
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Share Podcast with Rod Tucker | Life In Front And Behind The Wickets

Rod Tucker is a former Australian cricketer who has seamlessly transitioned into the realm of cricket umpiring at the highest level. Born on August 28, 1964, in Launceston, Tasmania, Tucker developed a passion for cricket from a young age, honing his skills both as a player and later as an umpire.

As a cricketer, Tucker was a talented left-handed batsman and a handy left-arm orthodox spinner. He made his first-class debut for Tasmania in the 1985-86 season, representing his state with distinction for over a decade. While his playing career didn't propel him to the upper echelons of international cricket, Tucker's understanding of the game and his astute judgment on the field laid the groundwork for his second innings in cricket - as an umpire.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1518/steve-hodgson/blog/2091/share-podcast-with-rod-tucker-life-in-front-and-behind-the-wickets
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