Podcasts about queensland firebirds

Kelly Penfold is currently the speed and conditioning coach for the St George Illawarra Dragons NRL team and perhaps one of the first full-time female S&C coaches at first grade NRL level. She has previously been the Head of S&C at the Queensland Firebirds and a longtime coach at QAS with Olympic sports, and in particular field hockey. She is an ASCA Elite L3 coach and was also awarded the 2023 ASCA Coach of the Year Award. QUOTES “The off-feet conditioning piece for me is around the ability to add a style of energy system conditioning and potentially a tissue loading component when athletes are not able to impact loading” “For triathletes, you've got junior athletes that essentially have come out of probably a high school system or development system and they're going to the junior elite or elite phase and they might've been running 25-30kms in a week and they've got to up to 80-100kms for men and probably 40-60kms for women… so you want to let them plateau at a certain volume for a little while before you then try to bump them up to make sure they've really just adjusted to that load and the volume.” “It's actually probably the reason why I decided to pay more attention to this because I caught myself out just doing the old rinse and repeat of, I'm just going to give them a 20 seconds on 40 seconds off eight times over and then a 15 on 15 off six times over.” “If you truly trying to build out an athlete's lactate threshold or if you're trying to build out like their aerobic capacity or, you know, even working on getting them back to some high speed sprinting, you really need to make that just a bit more precise about what you're trying to achieve and how you're going to get there” “We'll look at heart rate and if it is reflecting the zone that athletes are supposed to be working in? And then can you consequently up your effort? And we can look at how your heart rate adjusts to that effort and build that across a six to eight week period to see if you're actually tolerating the session better than you have been previously.” “I probably steer clear a bit of zone 3 (70-80%) work, kind of in the middle of aerobic, kind of in the middle of working at really high intensities and that just seems to take an overall really high toll on people and trying to get the timing right of how long you actually get them to hold that for as well, it can be quite tricky. So trying to not totally burn them out and push them too far past that area is really quite hard to control in zone 3 so usually I'm trying to work at a base level up to a more of a top level percentage of heart rate.” “I think the big thing for me is if you have the time and the reason we have aerobic intervals is generally because we don't have as much time with the athlete to do like and hour to hour and a half long sessions. But ideally if you have the time, going up over that 45 minute mark for your total session is going to be optimal.” SHOWNOTES 1) Kelly's background and update since the last episode 2) What is off-feet conditioning and why S&C coaches should be experts in it 3) When to build and stabilize at certain training volume thresholds for athletes 4) Common issues with off-feet conditioning, ensuring the precision around getting the desired adaptations is as high as possible and basic rules around energy system development. 6) Using a conditioning needs analysis for training prescription and the interplay between heart rate and wattage 7) The nuances of using heart rate and measuring heart rate recovery based on time taken to get back to zone 2 8) Practical examples of conditioning sessions and making sure the rest periods are long enough for max efforts 9) Building precision around the adaptations you're getting with athletes

After round two, the Queensland Firebirds have achieved their best-ever start to a Super Netball season, while the Adelaide Thunderbirds have demolished another team on their way to a three-peat premiership.Meanwhile, the West Coast Fever are struggling at the bottom of the ladder and the return of powerhouse Jhanele Fowler-Nembhard cannot come quick enough. We interview Melbourne Vixens goal attack Kiera Austin and we discuss how the media can better protect players from online vitriol – like Indigenous Diamond Donnell Wallam.

The 2025 Super Netball season has officially started and boy, do we feel like we're in for another big year of netty! As once again, the competition broke crowd records in round one.Jamaican imports Romelda Aiken-George and Shamera Sterling-Humphrey were cleared to play for the Adelaide Thunderbirds after being under an injury cloud in the pre-season. Their team will need them if they're to chase a historic three-peat. We do wonder what this means for Proteas defender Sanmarie Visser though? Would she have been better playing at home in the South African league? Plus, there is breaking news at the West Coast Fever about replacement shooter Mwai Kumwenda.Our interview this week is with new Queensland Firebirds import Imogen Allison after she made her debut down under. Before we catch up on round four of the UK Super League.

Send us a textWhat happens when elite sports and cutting-edge medicine intersect? Ryan invites Karen Brown, to the show.Karen Brown is an award-winning pharmacist and former Queensland Firebirds netball star transforming how athletes approach health, performance, and safety. Through Batch Tested, Australia's leading platform for rigorously tested supplements, Karen ensures that athletes worldwide safeguard their careers and health. Her unique perspective as both an elite athlete and a clinical expert has positioned her as a champion for innovation in sports and pharmacy.  Karen's influence doesn't stop at supplement safety. As a business owner, educator, and advocate, she's paving the way for Sports pharmacy to become a global standard, redefining the pharmacist's role in elite athletic care. Her groundbreaking work bridges the worlds of medicine and sports, setting new standards for clean supplementation and athlete support.  Tune in to learn more about:  How Karen's passion and entrepreneurial spirit gave rise to Batch Tested, addressing critical gaps in supplement safety for athletes.  Why 1 in 5 supplements pose career-ending risks and how Karen is revolutionizing trust in the sports industry.  The essence of an emerging specialty is Sports pharmacy, where clinical expertise meets athletic performance, ensuring smarter, safer care for athletes.  How setbacks, like missing her dream university course, became stepping stones for her impactful career.  Discover Karen's bold philosophy, Fly the plane while you're building it, which emphasizes the power of action over perfection.  Lessons from Karen's netball career that fuel her success in business and mentorship.   A visionary outlook on Brisbane 2032, where Karen aims to integrate clinical pharmacists into sports teams for next-level athlete care. The future of clean sports: How Batch Tested is setting a new standard for athlete safety and integrity. …and so much more! Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out www.2ndwind.io  Links Website: https://batchtested.com.au                  https://www.linkedin.com/company/batch-tested/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-brown-8b7900106  

Imogen Allison has arrived at the Queensland Firebirds ahead of her debut season in the 2025 SSN League Essential Info The Netball Show is proud to be partnered with Flyhawk.com You can listen with no download here For over 20 years Sky Sports has been the true home of the Superleague here in the UK and you don't even need a dish these days with the innovative Sky Glass!  Join Sky TV via this link to get upto £100 in shopping vouchers

Send us a textJoin us for an insightful journey with Ben Sweeting, the passionate podiatrist behind the scenes of the Queensland Firebirds netball team. Discover how Ben's childhood love for sports carved his path into the world of podiatry, culminating in his role as a specialist in sports injuries and rehabilitation. From his academic roots at Queensland University of Technology to the creation of Sports and Family Podiatry, Ben has honed his craft in orthotic manufacturing to support elite athletes. Listen as he shares his experiences at the Queensland Orthotic Lab, where he refined his expertise alongside top practitioners, becoming a vital part of the athletes' support system.Explore the critical role podiatry plays in preparing netball athletes for the rigors of their sport, as Ben delves into the pre-season screenings that ensure these high-level players stay at peak performance. Uncover the challenges and intricacies of selecting the perfect footwear for netball, as Ben discusses the influence of basketball and tennis shoe designs and the ever-evolving demands of modern netball. Gain a deeper understanding of how collaboration with physiotherapists, strength and conditioning coaches, and dieticians is essential in maintaining the health and performance of these athletes. Whether it's managing common injuries or customizing orthoses, Ben's insights illuminate the dedication and teamwork required to keep the Firebirds soaring.@safpodiatry@qop_podiatry@bensweeting.photos@firebirdsqldfirebirds.net.auasics.com.auritchiebrace.com@simplythebestpodiatry@jasonagostaSupport the showThis podcast is recorded and produced on Naarm and Bunurong the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to the elders, past present and emerging and the land, seas and skies for which we all live.

In this episode of BFR Radio, Kelly Penfold, an experienced ACA Elite Strength and Conditioning Coach, discusses her journey and application of blood flow restriction (BFR) training. Kelly shares her extensive background, working with the Queensland Firebirds netball team and individual elite sport athletes among others. She explains how BFR has been a game-changer in prepping and rehabbing athletes, including cyclists and triathletes, and how it helped her personally in her sporting endeavors. Kelly also highlights the importance of personalizing BFR protocols for different athletes to maximize their performance and recovery.     00:36 Meet Kelly Penfold: Strength and Conditioning Coach 01:33 Kelly's Journey in Strength and Conditioning 04:33 Discovering Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) 06:30 Kelly's Personal Experience with BFR 09:31 BFR in Athletic Training and Rehabilitation 19:53 Success Stories with BFR 30:12 BFR in Netball: Case Studies 32:15 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts  

Super Netball's 2025 contract signing window is now closed and while there are still a few missing pieces of the puzzle that need to fall into place with training partners and 11th players, we at least know the main 10 that will represent each of the eight teams.Kate and Britt go through each of the club's rosters for next season and discuss the biggest signing news. Before hearing from Uganda She Crane goal shooter Mary Cholhok about her exciting move down under to the Queensland Firebirds.

Super Netball grand final time always feels a bit, like Christmas here at The Netty Life! Now we know the deciding match of the season will be played between the Adelaide Thunderbirds and Melbourne Vixens we give our predictions. We also take a look back at the poor West Coast Fever who have finished third for a consecutive year, losing by one goal in their last two preliminary finals. Plus we hear from Thunderbirds midcourter Tayla Williams about her experiences with endometriosis as a profession athlete. And discuss all the latest signing movement at the Queensland Firebirds as New Zealand's Kiri Wills joins as their next head coach.

Northern Stars netball coach Kiri Wills joins Brendan Telfer on It's Only Sport, discussing the news she will depart the ANZ Premiership to take up a coaching role at the Queensland Firebirds in the Suncorp Super Netball competition in Australia. Wills details to Telfer why she took the job, citing the likes of a "new challenge" and family helping spark the move.

RNZ Sport's Bridget Tunnicliffe speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about Day 3 of the Olympics and Kiri Wills becoming the second New Zealander to coach in Australia's Netball competition - when she takes charge of the Queensland Firebirds next year.

Queensland Firebirds great Kim Ravaillion has announced the 2024 Suncorp Super Netball season will be her last in the purple dress. Essential Info The Netball Show is proud to be partnered with Flyhawk.com You can listen with no download here For over 20 years Sky Sports has been the true home of the Superleague here in the UK and you don't even need a dish these days with the innovative Sky Glass!  Join Sky TV via this link & we can both get up to £125 in vouchers Listen via Sky HD / Sky Q & Sky Glass - Select Sport and we're on the Podcasts Rail

Kim Ravaillion is one of the most experienced mid-courters in Australian netball. But her journey to get there looked very different to those who came before her. At age 19, Kim became the first player to make her international debut, before playing a single national game. Now Kim has 60 Diamonds caps to her name, alongside back-to-back championships with the Queensland Firebirds. But giving birth to her daughter Georgie in 2020, clocks in as one of her favourite achievements to date. And now she's back stronger than ever. Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT. www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Take your performance to the next level with Athena nutrition. https://athenanutrition.com.au Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. bit.ly/tfapsubscribeShop TFAP merch:  Find us on Instagram: @thefemaleathleteproject#womenssports

A week after parting ways with head coach Bec Bulley, the Queensland Firebirds bounced back with an emotional win against the West Coast Fever as their new co-coaches Katie Walker and Roselee Jencke took the reins for the rest of the 2024 season. The Melbourne Vixens have maintained the No.1 spot on the ladder without looking like they've even hit top gear yet and the Adelaide Thunderbirds jumped the Fever into second place.Meanwhile, both NSW teams are struggling, with the Giants at the bottom of the ladder and the Swifts still feeling the effects of their off-court drama with Samantha Wallace-Joseph. We also hear from Australian Kelpie Josh Byron about the state of men's netball in this country and his ambitions for the sport to get onto the Olympics program.

Netball chaos indeed...The past week sent fan speculation into overdrive as the Queensland Firebirds “mutually” parted ways with their head coach Bec Bulley and the NSW Swifts also “mutually” parted ways with their import shooter Sam Wallace-Joseph. We unpack both decisions from the clubs that happened to break news on the same night. Before we analyse the Round 10 games and look ahead to the final month of the regular Super Netball season.

We're back in business on The SOF Podcast with a bunch of exciting episodes coming up and for this week, host Kieran Maguire sits down with our very own @gabsimpson.  A club legend at the Queensland Firebirds, Gabs helped lead the team to successive premierships in 2015 and 2016 along with reaching the pinnacle of professional netball in Australia as a vice-captain for the Australian Diamonds.Along the way, she's somehow managed to squeeze in finishing an entire physiotherapy degree, joining the SOF team at the start of 2024 to begin a new career post-sport as a practising physiotherapist.In today's episode, we cover:Gabi's foundational years of netball career (high school, development programs and breaking into the elite teams)Women in sport and how it has evolved over her careerWinning 2 grand finals and what it means to have a winning cultureWhat systems/programs would you put in place at junior and semi-professional/developing levels to help athletes move forward to elite arenaNavigating the change from elite athlete into a brand new career as a physiotherapist

Adelaide Thunderbirds captain, Hannah Petty joined Kymbo & the Rooch after their disappointing 10-goal loss to bottom of the ladder Queensland Firebirds. Can they bounce back this weekend against the top of the ladder West Coast Fever? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim Ravaillion is one of the most electric players to watch on a netball court. But her ability to play and move almost came to complete end in 2023, when she woke up one morning to find that she couldn't move her leg. So what had happened to bring Kim to this point? And,  what happened next...? You can find Kim on Instagram @kimmyrav, check out her online fitness program @ravsfitness and of course she her in the purple dress for the Queensland Firebirds.  Hosts: Georgie Trickett Instagram: @beingsportish Website: www.sportish.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Adelaide Thunderbirds captain, joined the boys after kick-starting their season with a one-goal victory over the Queensland Firebirds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GWS Giants Goal Attack talks about their upcoming clash against the Queensland Firebirds

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Adelaide Thunderbirds captain, Hannah Petty joined the boys as their kick-off their title defense, Saturday night against the Queensland Firebirds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Donnell Wallam, 2022 was intense. After she found herself at the centre of one of year's biggest sports stories she was largely silent publicly as she sought to navigate a challenging landscape. She spoke with Patrick Stack about how that time made her stronger, why she feels a burden in being a spokesperson on Indigenous issues, but why she believed she needed to speak out, so future generations might not have to. Featured: Donnell Wallam, netballer, Queensland Firebirds, Australia Diamonds. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

NSW Swifts co captain talks about their upcoming clash against the Queensland Firebirds

After one of the closest Super Netball seasons in history, we saw some huge unexpected blowouts in Round 10.Three of the matches of the round were very lopsided, particuarly the contest between the West Coast Fever and Queensland Firebirds, which saw the home side record the highest-ever total in a game (97 goals) and the largest-ever winning margin (34 goals).Beyond the results, we discuss the Collingwood Magpies and their doubtful future, Netball Australia's improving finances, and concussion protocols (again).

The sky is the limit for Tonga captain Hulita Veve and her Tala team as they prepare to play in their very first Netball World Cup at Cape Town.The team have recently defeated Africa's best netball team, world number six the Malawi Queens, to defend their third Pacific Aus Sports Netball Series crown.Here, the Queensland Firebirds training partner joins us for a one-on-one chat.We hear all about her Super Netball aspirations, her experiences leading the undefeated Tala side over the last 12 months and the significance of ‘the lift' hand gesture amongst the team.

For Donnell Wallam, 2022 was intense. After she found herself at the centre of one of year's biggest sports stories she was largely silent publicly as she sought to navigate a challenging landscape. Today, she speaks with Patrick Stack about how that time made her stronger, why she feels a burden in being a spokesperson on Indigenous issues, but how she believes she needs to speak out, so future generations might not have to. Featured: Donnell Wallam, netballer, Queensland Firebirds, Australia Diamonds.  Listen to Jock Landale on his quest for an NBA title PLUS...  Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The seventh season of the Super Netball league is upon us and we are beyond excited to be back with you for what is our fourth season of The Netty Life podcast!As per usual, we love chat and a chinwag, so this consider this a mega preview with every team's biggest narrative heading into the competition and as a warning for length -- you may need to settle in with more than one cup of tea.We also cover the latest hot topics in the netball world right now, including: the departure of the Queensland Firebirds' assistant coach six days out from their first game, Noeline Taurua's comments about Courtney Bruce's physicality, an unfortunate injury that has rocked the Melbourne Vixens camp on the eve of the season, and whether the Adelaide Thunderbirds might finally be the real deal this year.All this and more on our first podcast of 2023.

This week Sarah Karaoglu is joined by Queensland Firebirds wing defense, Gabi Simpson. Gabi offers a rare insight behind the curtains of The People's club just days after the departure of Head Coach Megan Anderson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW Swifts Midcourter talks about their upcoming clash against the Queensland Firebirds

In this special episode of The 4th Qtr Podcast, Hannah Hollis sits down with Donnell Wallam and Jemma Mi Mi of the Queensland Firebirds to delve deeper into what it means to be a First Nations netballer today and the importance of celebrating and recognising Indigenous Culture in the sporting world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why she's putting the pressure on the Melbourne Vixens to surge to the Super Netball title, why it's time for Collingwood to be more consistent, the reason so many players have been on the move, why the Queensland Firebirds' Gretel Bueta is the best player in the competition, the importance of building the weekday coverage and conversation around netball, and more.

Australian Diamond and Queensland Firebirds star Gretel Bueta burst onto the netball scene known for her famous layup and unorthodox playing style. The 28 year old has returned to the International stage after giving birth to beautiful Bobby and her story attracted plenty of headlines at the Netball Quad Series - for all the right reasons!As the new mum navigates her way back into elite sport with her sights set on the Commonwealth Games, Gretel talks about her journey and has an inspiring message for others.

Katie Walker has been part of netball, in some capacity, for 38years. Playing, coaching, umpiring, commentating. She’s done it all. But how did she evolve to become the strong, inspiring woman who lifts others up every single day to be their best selves? How does she raise four kids, with her husband Shane, while running her group fitness training business and her kicking goals with her coaching commitments with the Queensland Firebirds?! Prepare to be inspired, Katie is warm and real and I will be forever grateful for her because the only reason this podcast even exists is because of the incredible community she creates. I loved this chat and I know you will too! Enjoy x Body Be Ready: http://www.bodybeready.com.au Katie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibeready_/?hl=en Those Two Girls, FORTY: https://linktr.ee/thosetwogirls Contact hello@strozkiymedia.com for sponsorship opportunities. Host: Libby Trickett Instagram: @allthatglitterspod Produced by: Strozkiy Media (@strozkiymedia) www.strozkiymedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode I'm joined by former National Australian netballer and current head coach of the Queensland Firebirds, Megan Anderson.@megsyanderson@djkfitnesswww.dannykennedyfitness.comwww.younifyactive.com DKFITNESS at checkout for 15% offUse code DJK10 on all EHPlabs supplements for 10% offUse code DK15 on all Athletikan Sneakers for 15% offIntro by Will Sparks.Find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend or post a screenshot to your social media.

Tippah has played the past two seasons in Suncorp Super Netball with the Queensland Firebirds. In the 2021 free-agency period, Tippah has signed with the Adelaide Thunderbirds with the aim of progressing her career to the next level. Already a member of the Australian Diamonds Development Squad, Tippah has a bright future.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UdohaddCHWQ

Gretel Bueta (formerly Gretel Tippett) is an incredible athlete. Since making her WNBL debut in 2010 at the age of 17 she has packed in plenty of highlights. WNBL seasons, 3 Junior World Championships in basketball, and then a switch to Netball. 2013 saw an opportunity to play with the Queensland Firebirds, get selected in the Australian U21 team and then make a move to the NSW Swifts, before eventually returning home to QLD. The Australian Diamonds call up came in the 2018/2019 season which was a peach of a season for Gretel. She was named in the Super Netball team of the year and in 2019 was awarded the Liz Ellis Diamond, the most prestigious annual award in Australian netball, given to the player judged the best in both domestic and international netball throughout the calendar year. But potentially her greatest highlight was still to come, Gretel married Niko Bueta in 2020 and they welcomed son Bobby into the world in January this year. Gretel is now back on court with an extra little fan cheering on from the stands. Find Gretel on instagram @gtippett This episode is brought to you by Blossom [www.blossomapp.com] and Workplace Law [www.workplacelaw.com.au]

How does one transition from representing Australia in Netball, winning two world championships, a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, and winning two championships with the Queensland Firebirds to having a baby....and then back into representing Australia & The Firebirds again and then into retirement with two more babies??? Let's ask the incredible talented and wonderfully human, Laura Geitz! Instagram: @Imgeitz Contact hello@strozkiymedia.com for sponsorship opportunities. Host: Libby Trickett Instagram: @allthatglitterspod Produced by: Strozkiy Media (@strozkiymedia) www.strozkiymedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sporting Coast with Mark Braybrook chats with Queensland Firebirds player Gretel Bueta to find out how the Super Netball season is progressing and how the Firebirds can rocket up the ladder.

The Firebirds have started the season 1 and 2 and Pat & Heals catch up with coach Megan Anderson

After a 1 & 2 start to the Super Netball season, Pat & Heals chat with Queensland Firebirds coach Megan Anderson

There are some big administration changes at the top of netball this week, while NRL Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart lands in hot water for some casual sexism and an arrogant "apology".We chat with Queensland Firebirds and Aussie Diamonds shooter Gretel Bueta about being a new mum and making her way back to the top of her game.While Super Netball RD3 has us pondering whether the Lightning will recover and how Jhaniele Fowler can be stopped.

Chatting with Rudi Ellis from the Queensland Firebirds and dissecting all things SSN with Kim Borger.  

Pat & Heals chat with Queensland Firebirds and Australian Diamonds player Kim Ravaillion as the Firebirds get their season underway in the Super Netball

Pat & Heals chat with Queensland Firebirds and Australian Diamonds player Kim Ravaillion as the Firebirds get their season underway in the Super Netball

Pat & Heals Full Show with special guests Brisbane Lions midfielder Mitch Robinson, Queensland Firebirds player Kim Ravaillion, a racing update from Chris Nelson and rugby league great Greg Veivers is our Queensland Legend of the Week.

Paige Hadley from the NSW Swifts joined the show in the lead up to their first round match up against the Queensland Firebirds this weekend.

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Chatting with Queensland Firebirds legend Romelda Aiken. 

New parents and sporting stars, Kim Ravaillion and Adam Treloar, open up to Byron on the subject of workplace flexibility since signing on with their new teams for 2021. How are the Queensland Firebirds and Western Bulldogs supporting their long distance and co-parenting situation? Joining Byron Cooke for this episode - Kim Ravaillion, Netball World Champion and Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist, AFL Footballer Adam Treloar and Organisational Psychologist Dr Laura Kirby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Walking Wisdom NETFT PodcastToday’s podcast is brought to you by The Card Network.Sarah Wall talks with newly appointed head coach of the Queensland Firebirds Megan Anderson about her career to date, her coaching pathway, qualities of a coach and what Covid has taught her.Put your headphone in a take 20mins to walk with Sarah & Megan.To download the FREE NETFIT app: http://geni.us/netfit

Ella and Georgina’s guest this week is Australian netball player Sarah Wall who began her professional playing career in 2005 for the Melbourne Vixens and has since played for the Queensland Firebirds, NSW Swifts and Sydney Giants. Sarah is also the founder and CEO of NETFIT, which develops netball training programs for grassroots players across the world. We hear about Sarah's unrivaled passion for netball, how her quest to 'prove them wrong' after being delisted seriously impacted her health, and the strong NETFIT community that she's created in the aftermath of her playing career. Duration: 32 mins Hosts: Ellie Smith & Georgina Mallon A co-production with Women Sport Australia Music: When the Music Starts Playing by Paula van Hissenhoven For more information, links and resources plus conversations from the world of women’s sport including articles, blogs, videos and podcasts visit wispsports.com. WiSP Sports is the World’s First and Only Podcast Network for Women’s Sport with more than 60 hosts, 1300+ episodes across 50 shows and over 7 million downloads. WiSP Sports is on all major podcast players. Follow WiSP Sports on social media @WiSPsports. Contact us at info@wispsports.com.  

We were joined by new Queensland Firebirds coach Megan Anderson.

Kim Ravallion tells us about juggling a return to the Queensland Firebirds, a young child and a partner playing for Collingwood

-Surfers Paradise has topped the list for drug offences with Southport coming in second. Cannabis problem prevalent in Pimpama and Coomera -A fisherman in Queensland has been reusing unwanted Ooshies as fishing lures though Woolworths does not endorse with concerns for plastic in the ocean - Jemma Mi Mi, the only indigenous player in Super Netball, was benched for the Queensland Firebirds' entire match in Indigenous Round   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tal and Caleb talk through all the sporting stories from the weekend: Jemma Mi Mi left out of the Queensland Firebirds team for Indigenous round All-Australian team Online vilification act Rule changes we'd like to see AFL On-Demand News bombshells The week ahead See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura Geitz is an Australian netball champion - leading the Queensland Firebirds and Australian Diamonds to victory. Off the court, Laura is one of the warmest, most caring and loveable people you'll ever meet! Since retiring she's carved out an impressive career in media, is working as an ambassador, and continuing to give back to the sport which has given her so much.  Laura's also a wife and mum to two boys, with another baby on the way! In this episode we talk about how Laura found her love of netball as the country kid who didn't feel like she fit in. Proving the school bullies wrong - that her height was her greatest strength, not biggest weakness. Losing her Dad at the peak of her career. The hard leadership lessons she's had to learn along the way. And why she's been so successful on and off the court.  I hope you enjoy My 30 Minutes with Laura Geitz. Follow Laura on Instagram here, or on Facebook here.

Growing up in regional Queensland taught Laura Geitz resilience and the value of hard work. Laura joins host Sam Squiers to discuss being bullied for her height during school, captaining the Queensland Firebirds and Australian Diamonds and what it means to be a Suncorp Team Girls Ambassador. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi Guys today on the podcast we have Caitlyn Nevins a former netball player for the Queensland Firebirds, Melbourne Vixens and the Australian Diamonds. Thanks guys hope you enjoy.

Queensland Firebirds star and now assistant coach, Katie Walker talks the high of being in a team, being omitted from the squad and currently, homeschooling.

Laura Geitz is an icon of Australian netball. An absolute force on the court, she was a fearless defender who captained her beloved Queensland Firebirds and the Aussie Diamonds to great success, including world championships and a gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Since retiring in 2018, the Rebel ambassador and mum of two is still making her mark on the game. She does media commentary, runs netball clinics, mentors other athletes and has even designed a netball clothing range. Last year, the Firebirds renamed their Most Valuable Player Award as the Laura Geitz medal, highlighting how Laura – or Geitzy – really is the ultimate MVP. In this episode, Laura joins us to chat about epic netball rivalries, the wonderful chaos of parenthood and how what we see as a weakness can actually turn out to be our biggest strength. Plus, we cover:Laura's earliest (and favourite) memories on and off the netball courtWhat it’s like to play sport for your countryWhy it’s important to look to the past as well as the futureThe new workout she’s hooked onWhat having kids has taught her about health, judgement and her villageCredits:Your host is Alex Davies @adavies234With thanks to special guest Laura Geitz @ lmgeitzYour producer is Jake TaylorFor more from Women’s Health Australia, check out @womenshealthaus on Instagram, womenshealth.com.au or subscribe to the magazine. You can find digital issues at isubscribe.com.au. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 36: Jemma Mi Mi is the first Professional Netballer we have had on the Pod and she is a jet with the microphone in hand! She speaks to us about her ambitions for the Queensland Firebirds, her experience with the Australia A Development team and how many kilometres she covers in a game. We need to mention that this was recorded a few weeks ago and it seems like a completely different time. The birds are in the background chirping, Jemma was preparing for the upcoming season and people were allowed out of their houses in groups of 3 or more. That has since come to a screeching halt so her preparation would look slightly different now. That being said it is still a fascinating chat where we find out about her netball but also the things everyone wants to know such as; how short is Leigh, which Mi Mi sister is the most naturally gifted and what is her go to Karaoke song? She also sets the bar very high for future guests on the podcast... start practicing your animal noises. Great to be back! Enjoy this episode, visit the website and ramble responsibly as per usual. WGTC

Nick is probably still hyperventilating after him and Luke bring Queensland Firebirds coach, Roselee Jencke, ONTO THE SHOW - IN PHYSICAL FORM! - to discuss the highs and lows of 2019 for the Firebirds, forging a new path for the team in 2020 as well as dishing some amazing details of her history in netball as well as some Constellation Cup discussion! Prep the Wiki pages!

This week we interview Tippah Dwan as she discusses her journey playing netball at Somerville House to playing with the Queensland Firebirds.

In the opening episode of this season of the Centre Pass Podcast, Jarrad Gardner, Steph Smarrelli, Taylah Melki and Sophie Taylor discuss last season's final ladder positions and off-season recruits, completing with the Queensland Firebirds, GIANTS Netball, West Coast Fever and Sunshine Coast Lightning. This is part two of our preseason episodes.

If you have a dream that you are chasing, or have been thrown into a position before you felt you were ready, or know what it’s like to be bullied and feel shy and want to grow in self esteem and self confidence, then this one is for you. I recently sat down with Laura Geitz who is considered as one of netball’s greatest defenders, she led the Australian Diamonds to Gold Medal victories at the Commonwealth Games in 2014 and at the World Cup in 2015. She also captained the Queensland Firebirds to their back to back ANZ Championship grand final wins in 2015 and 2016. During our chat, Laura shares about: The importance of having people in your life who give you a nudge in the right direction The people who influenced her the most Learning how to receive feedback How sport helped Laura grow from being a shy girl who was bullied at school to a self-confident adult The moment Laura become captain of the Firebirds and then the Australian Diamonds What Laura has learnt about leadership The inspiration she gains from running netball clinics through Fuel2Fly What “Do Life Better” means to her. Laura’s challenge for the week: tell your parents and/or significant adults in your life how grateful you are for all they do for you. You can follow Laura on Facebook, Twitter and on Instagram (@lmgeitz). You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna and @dolifebetterpodcast. To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au. Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message. Now, go out and create a great day.

Sam tackles sports injuries that pose a particular problem for female athletes, plus that old taboo about women's menstrual cycles and how they affect their performances. She talks to performance coach Brynley Abad who's kept the Queensland Firebirds to a minimal injury rate. Sam also speaks to former Commonwealth and Olympic games physician Dr Diana Robinson, a 20 year veteran of sports medicine.

We looked back on week one of the ANZ Championship Finals Series and previewed week two

After a few weeks off air, we chatted with Queensland Firebirds and Australian Diamonds squad invitee Gretel Tippett fresh from Diamonds selection camp in Canberra.