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Josh Barnes and Ed Bourke break down who they think is leading every club’s best and fairest, the latest from free agency and are joined by Champion Data’s Corey Mobilio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, the team discusses Melbourne's almost 'accidental' rebuild and how it could work for other teams. Plus, a look at the Bulldogs and North's lean run of form, an update on St Kilda's improvement, and a bit of Pendles chat as well! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed 09:30 Demons, why haven't they been worked out? 13:30 Have they cracked the rebuild code 23:10 North Melbourne - underwhelming? 30:00 Western Bulldogs - how bad it's become 36:50 Saints - have they improved yet?! 42:55 Our favourite footy journeyman 45:35 Pendles chat (and his wine?!) 51:10 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole? 58:10 Hirdy choked on some meat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team looks at 'Wharfie Time', Geelong's fascinating venue-dependent 'Plan B', and Port's close losses. Plus, the best (and worst) set shots in the AFL, Josh Rachele's celebration, Conor McKenna's Irish 'solo', and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed 09:40 'Wharfie Time' - is it real? 13:40 Geelong's handball metres gained game 23:50 Port's close losses - keep an eye on a record! 28:32 Set shot kings - drop punts and snaps 41:55 Is the hyper justified or is it hyperbole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we look at the teams who score (and give up) the most 'red time' goals. Plus, The Pies' inside 50s problem, the most improved player in 2026, the Blues, 'Whiteboardgate', and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed 09:28 'Red time' goals - who leaks the most? 13:08 Collingwood's inside 50 efficiency 19:53 How would 'extra time' instead of draws affect Champion Data? 20:52 Most improved players in the AFL 28:20 Carlton, where are they at? 35:50 Current coaches' records in close games 41:40 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole? 47:30 Top rated players for every position Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Josh Barnes is joined by Ed Bourke and Glenn McFarlane to analyse what the AFL’s new draft rules actually mean and who the winners and losers are. Corey Mobilio from Champion Data also pops in to discuss what he has noticed in the numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, the team looks at the ARC's inconsistencies and discuss if it's overreaching. Plus, how to stop Sydney's blitz, Jake updates his definitive 'superstar list', why Champion Data doesn't go retrospectively call stats from the past, some Scott Pendlebury love. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and something you noticed 13:40 The ARC - overreaching? 23:10 Swans and Suns, tale of two handball-heavy teams 35:20 Scott Pendlebury stats 42:38 Superstar list update 50:22 Why doesn't Champion Data back call the 80s and 90s? 55:07 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team looks at the Premiership Standards report to see which teams are nailing the key stats. Plus, we dissect Ross Lyon's press conference and dive into the Saints' start to the year, and look at the best milestone games ever after Nick Daicos' Thursday night masterclass. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 - Intro and Something You Noticed 07:45 - Premiership standards report 21:40 - Fact-checking Ross Lyon 29:10 - Who is underperforming/overperforming? 38:55 - Best milestone games, how did Daicos go? 44:55 - Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team dives into what's changed at Melbourne under Steven King and the staggering numbers behind their start to the season. Plus, the things you may have missed from a wild Easter Monday contest, why teams are coughing up big margins more than we've seen before, and was Clarko out of line? Join Jarryd Barca, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team dives into Carlton's issues and try to pinpoint a root cause. Plus, they look at why the Eagles are competitive, why the Crows can't put up big scores, and identify the rucks and teams who get 'sharked' the most. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something Yout Noticed 05:15 The Blues' big problems 16:12 West Coast's worst is behind them 22:40 Adelaide's big flaw is holding them back 31:30 Sharking hitouts - who it happens to 38:46 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole? 44:40 Witch doctors in footy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How bad has it really got for the Bombers? Josh Barnes, Ed Bourke and Daniel Cherny take you into what's going on at Windy Hill with help from Corey Mobilio from Champion Data. They also dive into the pressure on Carlton, the feud between Brisbane and the Saints, and plenty more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, the team looks at Essendon's awful start to the year, and heap praise on the young Eagles for their win over North. Plus, TDK's bad day out, the hamstring epidemic, and the Bulldogs keep ticking the boxes. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed 06:15 Fixture is a mess 14:20 Hamstring epidemic 20:55 Bulldogs ticking more boxes 23:50 Bombers have been 'diabolical' 32:41 TDK had a stinker! 37:01 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ed Bourke is joined by Daniel Cherny and Lauren Wood to break down Essendon’s faltering future, the Saints’ slow start after a big-spending summer, and the potential death of the red game ball. Plus, Corey Mobilio from Champion Data checks in with numbers on Nick Watson’s standout midfield performance — and some surprising stats on Aaron Naughton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, Christian looks at how footy is as quick as it's ever been, and we look at the 0-2 teams, Brisbane and St Kilda? Plus, Opening Round has to end, did the AFL overreach with 'fully ticketed' games, and is the Bulldogs' attacking diversity sustainable? 00:00 - Intro and Something You Noticed 09:05 - Speed of ball movement update - she's fast! 15:55 - The 0-2 teams, should we worry about the Lions or Saints? 24:20 - Errol Gulden injury for Sydney - what it means? 27:00 - The Western Bulldogs' score sources 31:50 - Justin Longmuir on Opening Round 37:45 - Scott Pendlebury's ban 40:50 - Kangaroos and Demons' good wins 45:00 - Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ed Bourke is joined by Daniel Cherny and Jay Clark as they breakdown Hawthorn's handling of the Dylan Moore and Connor Macdonald situation, their own preseason prediction regrets, and the footy game day experience. Plus, Corey Mobilio from Champion Data checks in to provide some numbers behind the Blues and Pies from Opening Round.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we dissect each of the Opening Round games, with a reason to be worried for a few teams. Plus, Nick vs. Nas unpacked, crazy stats for Christian Petracca and Ed Richards, and how teams are using the '23rd man'. Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's our first show of the year, and we're unveiling the new stats Champion Data will be capturing in 2026. Plus, our bold preseason calls, teams we're 'bullish and bearish' on, and Jake counts down his 10 players ahead of the new season. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 - Intro 02:25 - Something we noticed from preseason 08:30 - What's new at Champion Data 22:15 - 'Bullish and bearish' 39:37 - Bold calls and predictions 53:00 - Jake's 10 best players for 2026 1:05:28 - Justified hype or hyperbole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Champion Data statistics have shown, that the only way to be a successful side in 2026, you need to move the ball fast. The Top 2 sides for this in 2025, funnily enough were Grand Finalists Brisbane Lions and the Geelong Cats. While not always, but most of this ball movement will start from the back half of the ground, which is why you're best ball users are best suited to half-back.With this Statistic being brought to attention by Champion Data's Daniel Hoyne, I set myself the task of picking a player from each club who I would give the Keys to. The "Keys of Attack" refers to the player who I believe is the player who has the best abillites to kick start the fast ball movement for each club. Listen along as we pick all 18 (or maybe more) players, some notable and some niche. Let me know in the comments who you would give the "Keys of Attack" to from your club. Like always thank you for listening to the show, if you did enjoy this episode, make sure to leave a like and comment, Turn on the Notification Bell so you don't miss an upload and hit the Follow Button!Follow us on Instagram & Tik Tok for all our clips from the show and other news - @Uptheguts_
New rules introduced are making projections for the rucks a little tricky this year. From Classic to Draft, we are unsure of how things will play out ... Calvin, Roy and Warnie make their predictions and get Fantasy Freako from Champion Data to give his take on what the stats say. The Traders chat through options for the salary cap game and then rank the top 15 rucks and give tips for Draft Day. Register now at fantasy.afl.com.au to start playing! Episode guide 0:30 - First take on the new ruck rules. 4:30 - Fantasy Freako on the rucks. 18:00 - Roy’s Rollin’ 22 22:40 - Classic ruck options. 31:15 - R3 strategy. 36:40 - Drafting the top 15 rucks. 45:10 - Questions from social media - follow @AFLFantasy on X, @aflfantasy on Instagram and like the Official AFL Fantasy facebook page. - - - - Find more from Roy, Calvin and Warnie. Head to afl.com.au/fantasy for more content from The Traders. Like AFL Fantasy on Facebook. Follow @AFLFantasy on Instagram. Follow @AFLFantasy on X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brisbane have gone back-to-back! We analyse how the Lions ran away with the 2025 Grand Final, discuss the Norm Smith Medal voting, look at what went wrong for Geelong, and give Lachie Neale some very big praise ... PLUS a whole lot more! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we review the two preliminary finals and grade the seasons of Hawthorn and Collingwood, plus take an early look at this week's AFL Grand Final -- how can the Cats and the Lions get the job done? Plus, the MRO needs to fix dangerous tackles, Mark of the Year chat, Patrick Dangerfield, Lachie Neale, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Champion Data's secret formula, Jake's magical spreadsheet, and a whole lot more! It's our Brownlow special, so get out your pen and pads... Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we break down what went wrong for the Crows against the Hawks, explore how the Lions dismantled the Suns, and look ahead to two massive preliminary finals. Plus, a Mr. September update, State of Origin, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we review all four finals from a hectic week of September action, and look ahead to the two semifinals. Can we make a case for a straights sets exit? Who is Champion Data's new Mr. September? And why are airlines and the broadcasters in the gun? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we revisit the premiership standards for every finalist, and Jake gives each club a percentage chance of winning the flag. Plus we preview all four finals and name the X-factor to watch for each team! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team breaks down the Western Bulldogs' capitulation to Fremantle, and grades every team that missed finals - who gets an F, and who gets a B? Plus, Izak Rankine, the 'phantom behind' explained, and can the Dons actually win?! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we consider whether or not Fremantle has lived up to expectations in 2025, and look at Hawthorn and GWS's recent form. Plus, Harry Sheezel's 54-disposal game, Shannon Neale love, the best dual-position players, Izak Rankine latest, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we rank each team in the finals race by the level of 'trust' we have in them to win the flag. Plus a look at Essendon's injury crisis, 'the runway', a Ben King update, and Nat Fyfe's legacy. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we look at the machinations of the final few weeks of footy, and break down who is most likely to finish top four and top eight (hint, the Pies might be in strife!). Plus, the Cats' soft draw, Tex Walker's kicking, and some AFLW! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we analyse the crazy finish to the St Kilda vs. Melbourne match and consider Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's future. Plus, a look at which flag contenders are nailing Champion Data's 'runway', and we break down a few hard-to-believe stats from this week's spankings. Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on True Bloods, Wicksy jumps on with Deebs and Clarko. AD is back to talk about the dub over the Kangas, Mads finally cracks it about Champion Data and the boys preview the derby against the Giants and everything else Sydney Swans.Thanks to our Sponsors Doozy Drinks & The Clovelly Hotel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the team debates whether the Eagles -- now three and a half games behind 17th -- deserve a priority pick. Plus, can we trust the Pies to finish top two, and can we trust the Dockers to keep winning?! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we look at which teams have the best premiership profile heading into the home stretch of the season. Plus, why Richmond vs. Essendon wasn't that bad, the scheduling nightmare which faces the AFL, Harley vs. JHF, plus a heap more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we look at players with the highest and lowest kick:handball ratios, the players who are under the most pressure when disposing of the ball, and the tackle kings of the competition. Plus, the race for the eight (and why Freo is in trouble), and the latest member of the 1000 metres gained club! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we discuss the chasm in quality from the top nine to the bottom nine on the ladder, plus we touch on the Tom Lynch situation, the young stars usurping the 'old guard', and took a look at Melbourne's big conundrum. Join Matt Walsh, Rohan Connolly, and Champion Data's Christian Joly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team debates whether Marcus Windhager crossed the line with his tag of Nick Daicos. Plus, a look at Carlton's identity under Michael Voss, what the Dockers are doing well, and Joel Amartey's record-breaking outing (for all the wrong reasons). Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week we look at the Lions, and if it's time to worry about their premiership defence. We also delve into the teams hit hardest by injury by using a little-known Champion Data stat, and wonder if Thursday night footy is overdone. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we discuss the Steven May-Max Gawn blow-up, debate Tom Stewart's bump on Noah Anderson, and look at the stats behind a truly bizarre round of footy. Plus, should every team tag Nick Daicos? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rush Hour Melbourne Catch Up - 105.1 Triple M Melbourne - James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless
Billy has walked in with a Triple M Vest on... what's he been up to? After we explore that, we dive into the All Sports Report. Triple M Cricket's Mark Taylor phones in on a dodgy line to talk about going down the Big Freeze slide on Monday, and Australia's batting lineup for the World Test Championship. Jimmy and Paulie battle it out in the Hump Day Quiz, before something Peter Daicos said on Friday night caught JB's attention. We also get Champion Data's Brownlow Tracker, and some social media feedback from Herby on Billy wearing a Carlton jumper yesterday. Collingwood's Jeremy Howe is in studio ahead of their King's Birthday clash with Melbourne, and as a Tassie boy he has his say on the no confidence motion on Premier Jeremy Rockliff and how that might affect the Devils. Finally, Billy has a joke about a hearing problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we discuss Sydney's drop off and Adelaide's rise into premiership contention, and deliver an update on 'the 45 kick' and control vs. chaos games. Plus, the biggest 'rabbles' in footy, and who is the 'face of the league'? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we look at the Demons' turnaround from their disastrous 0-5 start, how the Pies just keep fronting up, and why the Blues just can't score. Plus, Jake issues some apologies, and the Ben King stat that would have Fraser Gehrig blushing. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team looks at Essendon's horrific effort and their broader struggles, and debate who the best coach in the AFL is. Plus, metres gained records, losing streaks, and 'effective spoils'. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team unpacks a wild weekend of footy and looks at how close Nick Blakey came to breaking a unique record. Plus, Christian breaks down exactly what makes up a team's pressure rating and which players apply it the most. And what was the 'expected score' from Aaron Francis' miss from point-blank range? Join Jarryd Barca, Rohan Connolly, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team exposes Fremantle's 'Jekyll and Hyde' form after a preseason filled with expectation. Plus, the Bulldogs are hitting premiership metrics, some exclusive '45 kick' numbers, and is Jack Crisp's record unbreakable? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team looks at the players who have improved the most in 2025, and those who have slid down the 100X rankings. Plus, more bellwether stats, the 'zero disposal' club, and are the Blues actually back? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, and with the election coming up, Christian looks at 'bellwether' stats, and the players feature the most. Plus, success stories of moving from midfield to half back, the fastest goals on record, and heaps more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we delve into the AFL's best kicks by looking into retention rates, look at where the Crows need to improve, and what's gone wrong for the Demons. Plus, do the Hawks need to shut up and play footy? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on the podcast, Christian delves deeper into the premiership metrics now that most teams have a month of footy under their belt, while he also reveals more about the '45 kick' and speed of ball movement. Plus, coaches in the hot seat, and player gamesmanship. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team discusses Rhyan Mansell's ban, analyses Gold Coast's hot start and if it's sustainable, and looks at the Saints' turnaround offensively. Plus, wind-affected games, the 'second half Blues', and more. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, the team analyses the underwhelming starts of Fremantle and Essendon, looks at some xScores stats and which teams use 'the 45 kick' the most, plus some other interesting nuggets on a number of teams. Join Matt Walsh, Rohan Connolly, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The SportsGrad Podcast: Your bite-sized guide to enter the sports industry
Meet Adrian Cordi, a Game Development Officer for the AFL in NSW. If you are looking for a way to break into the sports industry, this job is one of the best positions going around to help you get a foot in.Game dev roles exist in all the major sporting bodies and receive the most funding because your job is to get more people playing the sport.Adrian details exactly how he landed this job, what he did to be successful in his group interview, and what's involved. Grab a pen, because this might just be your big break.We cover:(8:35) - Introduction to Adrian's journey(12:10) - From teaching in Japan to joining the AFL(16:25) - Game Development Officer role explained(20:15) - Grassroots initiatives & fan growth(24:00) - Promoting AFL through school programs(27:45) - Engaging kids and building AFL passion(31:30) - Group interviews and practical sessions(35:10) - Testing teaching and leadership skills(38:25) - Advice for breaking into sports roles(41:00) - Networking and mentorship importanceIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#288: Champion Data, Competitions Coordinator | Ash Newton-Spence#262: Football Australia, World Cup Legacy Manager | Francesca Teh#211: AFL, Commercial Partnerships Coordinator | Brant Hubber*-Follow SportsGrad on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok-Follow Reuben Williams on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok-Subscribe to the SportsGrad newsletter for job and networking opportunities-Become a SportsGrad Member to shortcut your next job in sportBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible.Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.