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In this episode of the World Footy BNF podcast, Paul Roos joins the discussion to delve deep into the international side of Australian Rules Football. Paul shares his initial spark of interest in integrating American athletes into the AFL, recounting his coaching clinics and key experiences in the United States. He discusses the challenges and opportunities of recruiting international players and reflects on the pioneering efforts in the sport, including the Irish Experiment. Paul also shares vivid memories from his time coaching the USA national team and highlights the potential missed opportunities due to the AFL's lack of serious investment in international talent back in 1999. The conversation touches on the contrasting sports systems of the USA and Australia, the impact of international recruits on the game, and what the AFL could have done differently to bolster its global footprint. This episode provides an insightful perspective on the growth and potential of international Australian Rules Football. Hosted by Adam Gomolinski and Troy Thompson
This week, Heff is joined by original co-host and founding member Kaes for the final episode of the year. We break down Heff's grand final performance, highlight the standout players of the round from a keeper league perspective, answer listener questions, and look ahead to some future planning for our own keeper league teams.This will be our last episode until after the finals, so thanks for listening and supporting the show throughout the season.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/Play FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.com
Round 23 is over, and for many draft and keeper league coaches, it's the biggest week of the season – Grand Final time. Heff is joined by Jordy D'Sena to break down all the key AFL Fantasy takeaways heading into the final round.It's been a massive week for Heff, who won the Shiva Division 24 Grand Final and will now be playing in the Champions League next season. On top of that, he also booked his spot in his home league Grand Final after a preliminary final win, thanks in large part to the efforts of Peter Ladhams.We'll cover strategy, waiver wire targets, and the players who could give you the edge in your league's Grand Final. Plus, we'll analyse every game of the round, highlighting players who matter not only this weekend, but also looking ahead for keeper league coaches.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
In this episode of the World Footy BnF podcast, we talk with Melissa Marino-Piques from AFL Quebec Committee. Melissa shares her experiences, starting from her first introduction to footy through her Australian husband to now playing a crucial role in promoting and growing the sport in Quebec. She discusses the unique challenges and opportunities of developing Australian Rules Football in Canada, the importance of club community, and future recruitment strategies. Learn about the junior programs, innovative winter leagues, and the personal and social impact of footy on Melissa and others involved. A must-listen for anyone interested in the international growth of Aussie Rules Football. Hosted By Adam Gomolinski
Round 22 is over, and for most draft and keeper leagues, it's either preliminary final week or the big dance. Heff is joined by Tommy Wyman to break it all down, focusing on the key AFL Fantasy takeaways for draft and keeper league coaches.Heff faces a tough task in his home league prelim this week, coming up against a strong opponent and losing Brodie Grundy to injury. But there's a silver lining, as many coaches can benefit from situations like this. And it's certainly not all doom and gloom for Heff, who made his first-ever Shiva Grand Final on the weekend, which will be discussed on the show.We'll talk strategy, key players, and the best waiver wire gems to help you get the edge in your finals matchups this weekend, analysing every game of the round, highlighting the players who could make a difference in finals, or down the track in your keeper league.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 21 of the 2025 AFL Fantasy season is in the books, and we're deep into the finals series across all leagues on the Keeper platform. This week, Heff is joined by Matty D'Sena to break down all the key takeaways from the weekend's action, with a strong focus on draft and keeper league relevance.We highlight breakout players, the top waiver pickups, and share strategies to give you an edge in your finals matchups. As always, we wrap up with listener questions—packed with insights you won't want to miss.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/ Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22ze Play Keeper Fantasy: https://keeperfantasy.com/ Play FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.com Play FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
In this episode of the World Footy BNF Podcast, we sit down with Nas Kirachin of AFL Bulgaria, to explore the remarkable journey of bringing Australian Rules Football to a country with no tradition in contact sport. Nas shares what led to the formation of Bulgaria's first footy community and the challenges of building a club from scratch. Nas also reflects on the personal growth and friendships forged along the way, and the hopes for the future of Aussie Rules in Bulgaria. Hosted By Adam Gomolinski
Round 20 is done and dusted, and Heff and Lewy are here to break down all the key fantasy moments from the past week from a keeper league perspective. They'll dissect standout performances, important role changes, and highlight the players you need to have on your radar as fantasy finals come into focus.If you want to get ahead in your keeper leagues and discover those sneaky sleepers and hidden gems, this episode is packed with strategy, fresh names, and insights to help you set up for a strong finish to your season.Stick around for Listener Questions at the end of the show!Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 19 is done and dusted, and Heff is joined by Jordan D'Sena to break it all down - after Heff's painful keeper league loss to Kaes (which he'll dissect on the show).We'll run through the standout fantasy performances, fresh role changes, and the players you need on your radar as finals kick off in many leagues this past weekend and in others this week.Plenty of strategy chat, new names for your watchlist, and insights to get you finals‑ready.Stick around for Listener Questions at the end of the show.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 18 is done and dusted, and Heff is joined by special guest Damon Adams from the Shiva Blast podcast to break down all the key talking points.With finals looming, it's crunch time in draft and keeper leagues. Whether you're pushing for a flag or planning trades for next season, this episode is packed with the insight you need to stay ahead.We run through the weekend's standout performers, the flops, and the players you should be targeting on the waiver wire or through trade. Expect deep strategy discussion, role analysis, and plenty of fantasy gold to give your draft and keeper league team the edge.Stick around until the end as we answer your listener questions.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zePlay FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.comTry FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 17 is done and dusted, and Heff is joined by special guest Warnie from The Traders and DT Talk to break down all the key talking points.With finals just around the corner, it's crunch time in draft and keeper leagues. Whether you're pushing for a flag or making trades to build for next season, this episode is packed with insight to help you get ahead.The boys run through the weekend's standout performers, the flops, and the players you should be targeting on the waiver wire or through trade. There's plenty of strategy talk, role analysis, and fantasy gold to give your side the edge.Stick around to the end as we answer some of your listener questions.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zePlay FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.comTry FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
In this episode of the World Footy Podcast BNF podcast speaks with Ian Kafka, Head of umpiring for AFL Europe. Ian shares his journey into Australian Rules Football, starting from his exposure to the sport as a teenager and progressing to his involvement at Birmingham University. He talks about his transition from player to umpire, detailing his growth and experiences in both roles. Ian also discusses the challenges and rewards of umpiring international tournaments, such as the Transatlantic Cup, and his work in promoting the sport across Europe. Additionally, he sheds light on the current state of footy in London, the importance of umpiring, and his aspirations for the growth of the sport globally. Hosted by Adam Gomolinski
In the episode, Walsh reflects on his memories of playing minor football for Kerry, his transition to the senior team, and his experiences playing Australian Rules Football.Offering advice for young players, Tommy emphasises the importance of enjoying the experience and maintaining perspective. He touches on the significance of family and community support, and shares his insights on playing in All-Ireland Finals.Every Tuesday, well known Irish stars will share memories from their early sporting careers and reflect on the defining moments from playing Minor and how that shaped them both on and off the pitch.For more information on the Electric Ireland Camogie Minor Championships go to https://www.electricireland.ie/camogie-minor-championships.For more information on the Electric Ireland GAA Minor Championships go to https://www.electricireland.ie/gaa-minor-championships. Produced and hosted by Fergal O'Keefe at https://lume.ie#ThisIsMajor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Round 16 of the 2025 AFL Fantasy season is done and dusted, and Heff is back behind the mic—this week joined by Jake from Hat Chat.With just a handful of rounds to go before finals, we take a look at the key performances from the weekend, focusing on players making an impact in deep draft and keeper leagues. Whether you're chasing a finals spot or building for the future, there's plenty to take from this round.We also answer listener questions and discuss strategies to help you make the right moves as the pointy end of the season approaches.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 15 is done and dusted, and Heff is joined by Jordan D'Sena to break it all down.We go through the big fantasy performances, key role changes, and the players you need to keep an eye on in your draft and keeper leagues.Plenty of insights, strategy chat, and a few new names for your watchlist!Stick around for the Listener Questions at the end of the show.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
In our Round 14 episode, we're diving into all the key takeaways from the weekend's action. Heff is joined by special guest Aaron Bryans from ABC Grandstand SA and the ABC AFL Commentary Team to unpack the standout performances across every game. We look at the players making waves in draft and keeper leagues - highlighting must-haves, breakout candidates, stash-worthy players, and the sneaky moves that could give you the edge. As always, we answer listener questions and share strategies to help you stay ahead of the pack. Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 13 of the 2025 AFL Fantasy season has wrapped up, and we're back with another jam-packed episode of the podcast. This week, Heff is joined by Matty D'Sena to unpack all the key takeaways from the weekend's action, with a strong lens on draft and keeper league relevance.We dive into the names pushing for breakout status, analyse the top waiver targets, and offer strategies to help you gain an edge heading into the final stretch of the season. Plus, we go through listener questions at the end of the episode with plenty of insightful talking points that you won't want to miss.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 12 marked the first of the bye rounds, and Heff is joined by Tommy Wyman to break it all down. They look at the key AFL Fantasy takeaways with a focus on draft and keeper leagues—covering who stood out, who disappointed, and the role changes worth monitoring. They also answer a few listener questions to wrap things up. Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
The salient point of this podcast episode revolves around the transformative journey of an individual from a career in Australian Rules Football to a passionate pursuit of music. The speaker reflects on the physical toll that the sport took on his body, ultimately leading him to reevaluate his path in life. Upon returning to Brazil, he experienced a profound calling towards music, an epiphany that marked the inception of his artistic journey. This episode delves into the nuances of this transition, highlighting the significance of intuition in the creative process and the struggles associated with balancing innate talent and theoretical knowledge. As we explore the speaker's evolution, we also engage in a broader discussion about the nature of creativity and the development of one's musical voice.Takeaways: The speaker recounts the significance of Australian Football in their upbringing, emphasizing the sport's cultural relevance. The transition from playing Australian Football to pursuing a career in music was driven by a profound personal calling. Experiencing multiple injuries from football led the speaker to reevaluate their path and ultimately embrace music. The speaker reflects on their initial lack of passion for music, which evolved significantly during a transformative journey in Brazil. An intuitive songwriting process emerged for the speaker, combining their love for storytelling with musical creativity. The conversation highlights the balance between intuitive music creation and the understanding of musical theory as a tool for growth.
In the latest episode of The Keeper League Podcast, Kaes returns after a few months off to join Heff as they dissect all the action from Round 11. They shine a light on players emerging as potential standouts for AFL Fantasy keeper leagues, covering notable performances, role changes, and value picks. Tune in for the insights you need to stay ahead of the curve in scouting hidden gems for your draft or keeper league team - plus, they wrap up the show by answering some listener questions. Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 10 is done and dusted, and Heff is joined by Jordan D'Sena to break it all down.We go through the big fantasy performances, key role changes, and the players you need to keep an eye on in your draft and keeper leagues.Plenty of insights, strategy chat, and a few left-field names for your watchlist!Stick around for the Listener Questions at the end of the show.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
In the latest episode of The Keeper League AFL Fantasy podcast, Heff and Lewy dissect all the action from Round 9. They shed light on players who have emerged as potential standouts for AFL Fantasy keeper leagues, discussing standout performances, role changes, and value picks. Listen as they deliver the insights needed to stay ahead of the curve in scouting hidden gems for keeper league teams.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
In our Round 8 episode, we're diving into all the key takeaways from the weekend's action. Heff is joined by special guest Aaron Bryans from ABC Grandstand SA and the ABC AFL Commentary Team to unpack the standout performances across every game. We look at the players making waves in draft and keeper leagues - highlighting must-haves, breakout candidates, stash-worthy players, and the sneaky moves that could give you the edge. As always, we answer listener questions and share strategies to help you stay ahead of the pack. Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 7 is done and dusted, and Heff is joined by Jordan D'Sena to break it all down.We go through the big fantasy performances, key role changes, and the players you need to keep an eye on in your draft and keeper leagues.Plenty of insights, strategy chat, and a few left-field names for your watchlist!Stick around for the Listener Questions at the end of the show.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/ Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/ Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22ze Join the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/ FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.com Play FootyHeads: https://footyheads.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 6 is in the books and Heff is joined by special guest Warnie from the Traders to dissect all the key talking points. The boys chat through the weekend's standout performers, disappointing scorers, and the players who might be worth jumping on in draft and keeper leagues. There's plenty of strategy chat, role changes, and fantasy insights to help you get the edge in your league.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/ Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/ Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22ze FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.com Play FootyHeads: https://footyheads.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
This week, we examine the beginnings of both the Liberal Party of Australia and the Australian Labor Party. We also discuss the continued move towards Federation, local colonial politics, and the first ever grand final in Australian Rules Football. We end by noting the fall of the Premier's Permanent Building Association, whose collapse signals the end of the Long Boom and the start of the 1890s Depression.
Gather Round delivered a massive weekend for all involved, and Heff is back to break it all down with Tommy Wyman. They dive into all the key fantasy takeaways from Round 5 with a focus on players relevant to draft and keeper leagues. The boys cover who stood out, who disappointed, and the potential role changes to keep an eye on. There's also some listener questions at the end of the episode—don't miss it.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeFootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 4 of the 2025 AFL Fantasy season is in the books, and Heff is back behind the mic to break it all down—this time joined by Jake from Hat Chat.In this episode, we dive into all the key performances from the weekend with a focus on deep draft and keeper leagues. Whether you're looking for breakout candidates, potential waiver pickups, or long-term stashes, we've got you covered.We also answer listener questions and share strategies to help you build a squad that can go the distance in 2025.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/ Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22ze Play FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.com Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
Round 3 of the 2025 AFL Fantasy season is in the books, and we're here to break it all down in this week's episode of the podcast. Heff is joined by Matty D'Sena to go through the standout performances from each game, with a strong focus on draft and keeper league relevance.We'll highlight the players putting their hands up for early-season breakout status, discuss which waiver picks are worth jumping on, and share strategies to help you stay one step ahead of your league rivals. Listener questions are back too, with plenty of great talking points covered throughout the show.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/ Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22ze Play FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.com Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
The 2025 AFL Fantasy season is heating up, and we're back with a full wrap of all the Round 2 action in our latest podcast episode. Heff is joined by special guest Jordan D'Sena to break down the standout performers from every game, with a focus on players making waves in draft and keeper leagues.We'll uncover which emerging stars are becoming must-haves, identify early-season breakout candidates worth stashing, and share insights to help you stay ahead of the competition. Plus, we tackle your listener questions and discuss strategic moves to give your team the edge.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zePlay FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.comSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
The AFL Fantasy season for 2025 is officially underway, and we're kicking things off with a deep dive into all the Round 1 action in our latest podcast episode. Special guest Aaron Bryans from ABC Grandstand SA and the ABC AFL Commentary Team joins Heff to break down the standout performers from each game—focusing on the players making an impact in draft and keeper leagues. We'll highlight who's emerging as a must-have, which breakout contenders are worth stashing, and how you can gain an edge early in the season. Plus, we answer listener questions and share strategies to help you dominate your league.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeFootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keeperleaguepod?sub_confirmation=1
In this episode of The Keeper League Podcast, Heff is joined by Matty D'Sena to break down the standout performers from the opening round. We discuss who impressed, who looks set for a big season, and who might be worth keeping an eye on.Kaes also joins us to recap our home league keeper draft—going through our picks, strategies, and some of the surprises from draft night.Plus, we draw the winners of the SC Rings competition—so make sure you listen in to see if you've won!And as we edge closer to Round 1, stick around for the listener questions at the end—where we answer your questions and discuss hot topics from the community.
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In the latest episode of The Keeper League AFL Fantasy podcast, Heff and Lewy dissect all the action from the recent AAMI Community Series preseason matches. They shed light on players who have emerged as potential standouts for AFL Fantasy keeper leagues, discussing standout performances, role changes, and unexpected value picks. Listeners are invited to join Heff and Lewy as they deliver the insights needed to ace upcoming drafts and stay ahead of the curve in scouting sleepers and hidden gems for keeper league teams. Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comCheck out SCRings: supercoachchampion.com
The jocks are joined by Rachel Sun of Seattle Grizzlies to go over the fundamentals of Aussie Rules Football.
Heff Gerlach started The Keeper League Podcast on the side from his teaching job. It's not about football, not just about fantasy football, but about a very specific flavor of fantasy football for Australian Rules Football. That's a niche within a niche within a niche — where fans don't just draft players, they build teams that last for years. And now it serves as the hub for player data, draft tools, and expert analysis for football keeper leagues. Full Show Notes: 160k Talking About Australian Fantasy Football New to the Show? Get your personalized money-making playlist here! Sponsors: Airbnb — Discover how much your home could be worth and find a professional co-host today! Mint Mobile — Cut your wireless bill to $15 a month! Indeed – Start hiring NOW with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post! OpenPhone — Get 20% off of your first 6 months! Gusto — Get 3 months free of the leading payroll, benefits, and HR provider for modern small businesses!
Heff and Jordan D'Sena team up to break down all the practice matches from the weekend, analysing fantasy scores, key role changes, and major news items that could impact the season. They focus on how different players performed, looking for trends that might carry into the year, and highlight any surprise performances. To wrap up, they answer listener questions and provide insights heading into the season.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comCheck out SCRings: supercoachchampion.com
We're back! Join Feenix, Macca and Browny as we return for season 2025 and wrap up the match sim v Port. Also on the show: Michael Chamberlin talking about his forthcoming Fringe show "a Completely incomplete History of Australian Rules Football" Pre Season reporter BIGMAN joins us to share what he has observed during the hard yards of pre season training As usual, LIVE chat on both Discord and YouTube. If you're on Discord you can come on the show and have your say, we always love to hear your thoughts. Massive show - get around it!
Heff is joined by guest Tom Wyman to break down all the latest intraclub and practice matches, analyzing the key role changes, standout performances, and potential fantasy impacts heading into the season. We discuss how teams are shaping up, highlight some emerging trends, and wrap things up by answering listener questions.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comCheck out SCRings: supercoachchampion.com
This week on the Keeper League Podcast, Heff is joined by special guest Matt D'Sena for a deep dive into keeper league and dynasty draft ranking. Heff reveals his Top 100 Keeper League Ranks, breaking down the players who should be on your radar for immediate impact but also for the long term. Also, Matt shares his Top 15 Draftees, providing essential insights for those in deep dynasty draft leagues looking to get an edge on their competition.Who made the cut? Who missed out? And which players are primed for a breakout? Tune in as we analyse the best talent for keeper leagues and dynasty formats.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zePlay Keeper Fantasy: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.comCheck out SCRings: https://supercoachchampion.com
Roger Rasheed joins the show to discuss his path from Australian Rules Football player to a life in pro tennis. Rasheed dives into his quick rise as a tennis player that included qualifying for the Australian Open main draw at age 16! The coach of several top 10 players explains why Lleyton Hewitt had an unmatched drive, and shares few stories coaching Gael Monfils, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Grigor Dimitrov. And the commentator for Nine Network reacts to the 2025 Australian Title for Jannik Sinner, and shares his thoughts on the current state of the men's game. Rasheed pulls no punches when discussing a coaching problem he sees in the pro game, and he discusses why the Davis Cup is always a passionate affair as the tennis world found out yet again this past weekend. The coach also founded the "Roger Rasheed Sports Foundation," which helps children achieve better circumstances and health in life by giving them access to first-class sports facilities, coaching, and equipment. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
Episode 173: In this episode of the Sports Performance Leadership Podcast powered by Inform Performance, Pete McKnight speaks with David Lasini, a highly respected leader in strength & conditioning with 30 years of experience across Olympic, Paralympic, Commonwealth, and professional sports. Currently Head of S&C at Sport Northern Ireland Sports Institute, David leads a team of coaches supporting over 20 elite sports. His career spans the Victorian, Australian, UK, and Northern Ireland Institutes of Sport, with expertise in field hockey, athletics, rowing, netball, Australian Rules Football, Gaelic football, judo, soccer, bobskeleton, and more. He was also Senior S&C Coach for Australia's National Hockey Teams (2009-2013) and played a key role in Team GB's Performance Science for Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024. ✏️Topics Discussed ▪️Key leadership experiences—from early mentorship to leading national programs ▪️ How his leadership style evolved—balancing collaboration with decisiveness ▪️Why self-awareness and emotional intelligence are crucial in high performance ▪️The importance of authenticity—staying true to your values as a leader Future trends in sports leadership—tech, business acumen & well-being - Where you can find David: • LinkedIn - Sponsors VALD: makers of the Nordbord, Forceframe, ForeDecks and HumanTrak. VALD Performance systems are built with the high-performance practitioner in mind, translating traditionally lab-based technologies into engaging, quick, easy-to-use tools for daily testing, monitoring and training. Hytro: The world's leading Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) wearable, designed to accelerate recovery and maximise athletic potential using Hytro BFR for Professional Sport. Teambuildr: A platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete and client performance data. Teambuildr is a complete platform. Whether you're building your own programming, looking to create custom reports or give athletes a tool for accountability, they've built it out. Remaker: The Portable Strength Tracking Ecosystem. Remaker provides real-time insights to optimise your performance, making even the smallest improvements in your strength training visible in an engaging and powerful format. Remakers integrate seamlessly with the exercise equipment you already use, and the app provides meaningful metrics for every rep, of every set, of every exercise. - Where to Find Us Keep up to date with everything that is going on with the podcast by following Inform Performance on: Instagram Twitter Our Website - Our Team Andy McDonald Ben Ashworth Alistair McKenzie Dylan Carmody Steve Barrett Pete McKnight
This week on the Keeper League Podcast, Heff is joined by Kaes to break down all the key offseason keeper league decisions, with a focus on forwards. They discuss keeper selections, potential breakouts, undervalued players, and stash options heading into 2025. The conversation covers role changes, team movements, and how they impact fantasy scoring, along with insights into draft strategies and player value. They also tackle listener questions on key keeper league dilemmas and discuss the importance of forwards in drafts. Tune in for all the insights to help shape your keeper league team ahead of the new season.Visit out website: keeperleaguepod.com.auGet exclusive content: Join the Keeper League membershipJoin the discussion: Keeper League DiscordPlay Keeper Fantasy: keeperfantasy.comPlay the game: FootyNumbers.comCheck out SCRings: supercoachchampion.com
Brad is back and raring to go. There's been plenty of news over the ditch lately. Brad discuses the even contentious Australia Day, the Australian Open Tennis and Australian Rules Football legend Neil Daniher who was made Australian Of The Year for 2025. He also gushes about Keith Urban. [picture id="4OLR3N2īmage_crop_23543" crop="16x10" layout="full"]
This week on The Keeper League AFL Fantasy Podcast, Heff is joined by Zanks to discuss keeper league-worthy rucks and their prospects for the upcoming season. Port Adelaide ruckman Jordon Sweet stops by the studio to share insights into his season expectations and gives an inside look at who's burning up the track at Port Adelaide this pre-season. Don't miss this episode packed with ruck picks and exclusive player insights!Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.com
In this bonus episode, Heff chats with Ryan Power, the creator of the Keeper Fantasy platform, to dive into the exciting progress and features coming to the platform for the 2025 AFL Fantasy season. We discuss the difference between offseason and preseason modes, new features like preseason lineups, flex positions, FAAB, and the game-changing injury list with notifications. Ryan also shares insights into what's next, including enhanced draft tools, player projections, and innovative stats summaries.We also get an exclusive reveal of the brand-new season outlooks launching tomorrow, offering quick, invaluable player insights for draft day. Ryan gives us a sneak peek at DT Shiva's upcoming features, including a unified view of leagues, expanded access to records, and plans to support major fantasy cups.Finally, we talk about the challenges of building the platform solo, the incredible community response, and Ryan's passion for sharing draft fantasy with the next generation. Whether you're a seasoned commissioner or new to draft formats, there's something here for everyone.Check out the platform at keeperfantasy.comFollow Keeper Fantasy on X (formerly Twitter) at @KeeperAFLFor behind-the-scenes updates, follow Ryan's tech journey at @Power_32Website: keeperleaguepod.com.auMembership: keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: discord.gg/APjqvT22zeFootyNumbers: footynumbers.com
This week on The Keeper League AFL Fantasy Podcast, Heff is joined by returning guest Damon Adams for another preseason episode. We cover the latest Shiva League update, explore undervalued players who could offer great value, and highlight breakout contenders ready to step up in 2025. The pair also discusses stash options for the future, assesses which senior players might exceed expectations, and provides insights on the latest rookies to watch. Listener questions round out the show, with detailed discussions on team composition, player values, and breakout predictions.Website: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/Membership: https://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22zeJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/FootyNumbers.com: https://footynumbers.com
In this episode of The Expert's Blueprint, host Tim Beanland sits down with AFL legend Kevin Sheedy for an insightful conversation on leadership, innovation, and the evolution of Australian Rules Football. Discover how AFL is more than just a game—it's a force for community impact, addressing societal issues, and driving meaningful change. Kevin shares stories from his extraordinary career, from his time as a player and coach to his role in shaping the AFL's cultural and social influence. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, an AFL fan, or someone seeking inspiration from one of Australia's most influential figures, this episode is packed with value.
Are you ready for some football? Let's hope Bettina is, since she's joining us for this week's game! Patron of the show Arthur has provided a show about American football, which we are playing under our custom Australian Rules Football system. Confused? Well, what if I told you it was only a little bit about the NFL? Still confused? You'll have to listen to get it all worked out.
Welcome back to Energetic Radio, where hosts Dale Sidebottom and Paul Campbell explore stories of resilience and excellence in the world of sport and life. In today's episode, we're excited to dive into the remarkable journey of Eliza West, an accomplished athlete who has seamlessly transitioned from a record-setting college basketball career at Utah State to making her mark in Australian Rules Football with the Melbourne and Hawthorn clubs. Eliza shares her candid experiences navigating the challenges of switching sports, the camaraderie that drew her to football, and her insights on maintaining mental health and balance. With an impressive tackling record in football and a historical assists record in basketball, Eliza exemplifies dedication and versatility. She also reflects on lessons learned through supportive family dynamics and influential figures like Joel Selwood, highlighting the power of staying present and committed to one's goals. Join us as we delve into Eliza West's inspiring story of persistence, adaptability, and her shining role model status for aspiring athletes.