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The Derek Rucker Podcast is back for 2023, join Derek as he welcomes big name guests to the show so that they can share their insights and takes from across the NBL/NBA and so much more. Episodes will be delivered to you each Wednesday for the NBL Season. Produced by: Blue Chip TVInstagram: @thederekruckerpodcast

Derek Rucker


    • Feb 27, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 51m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    Episode 7 - Lanard Copeland

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 37:04


    The NBL postseason is here and who better to bring in for the Derek Rucker Podcast than league legend Lanard Copeland. The 2 x NBL Champion and 1997 Grand Final MVP talks the big games this week with Derek and they cover the hot topic of the Top 15 players in the competition. 

    Episode 6 - Jo Healy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 35:56


    For our episode this week, Derek is joined by the very impressive Jo Healy who is a presenter with the NBL and an exciting basketball media talent. Jo was a professional Athlete prior to her transition to TV/Media and she shares more of her story and her opinions of the NBL as we close out the 2023-24 season ahead of an exciting finals series. 

    Episode 5 - Olgun Uluc

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 47:56


    For Episode 5 and our first taste of the Derek Rucker Podcast in 2024 the show welcomes Olgun Uluc from ESPN who covers the game with a great eye for detail and passion. Olgun and Derek chat about the full landscape of the NBL to close out the season, they also chat about individual players and the game as a whole. 

    Episode 4 - Kelsey Browne

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 53:13


    For Episode 4, Derek talks through the insights coaches are using more and more in the NBL on Defensive and Offensive assessments of players / teams. He is also joined afterwards by Kelsey Browne a 2 Time Premiership Super Netball Star who has now made her name among the top Talent in the NBL sideline commentary team. Kelsey shares an interesting insight in to her background and what made her who she is today. 

    Episode 3 - Joey Wright

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 31:35


    For Episode 3, Derek is joined by 3 x Coach of the Year and NBL coaching royalty in Joey Wright. Joey shares his unique take on the development of some of the key players who starred underneath him and gives his insights on the NBL so far this Season. He is a wealth of wisdom on the game and his passion comes through on this fascinating conversation. 

    Episode 2 - Liam Santamaria

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 47:04


    For Episode 2, Derek is joined by NBL Next Stars GM and NBL Analyst - Liam Santamaria. Covering everything from last round's games and a preview of Round 6 to the Next Stars prospects. Liam brings a unique take on how he sees the game and the guys have a great rapport which shines through in a great episode!

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    Episode 1 - Brian Goorjian

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 35:33


    Episode 1 of the new season for The Derek Rucker Podcast is here. What a start we have for you with superstar coach and Australian great - Brian Goorjian joining the show. In Basketball, Brian has seen it all and he shares incredible insights on the current Boomers Team, the recent world cup performance, the challenges within the National Team system as well has his hot takes on the NBL and even a few tips for the weekend. This is a conversation you will not want to miss with a legend of the game. Enjoy!

    The Ruckus Podcast - John Casey Ep 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2018 119:48


    Welcome to the 31st episode of The Ruckus Podcast hosted by Derek Rucker! Derek is joined on The Ruckus Podcast today by legendary Australian sports journalist and broadcaster John Casey. In this episode Derek and John talk about John's background, his introduction to journalism, making a name for himself in the media, commentating on the NBL, Anthony Mundine, NBL Grand Final and much more. There is too much great content on this podcast to not listen to it more than once. You can find us on social media:Facebook: www.facebook.com/ruckuspodhttps:/www.facebook.com/blackbaldmediaTwitter: twitter.com/derekrucker5Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC542sfoYNu5nc8C9N33RGNAItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/the-ruckus/id1316311027?mt=2Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=158957&refid=stprMake sure to comment below on SoundCloud; and subscribe, rate and review on iTunes!

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