#27 | Michael Maguire

In this episode, Cooper and Matty Johns sit down with NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire to reflect on the recently concluded 2024 State of Origin series. They dive into Maguire’s coaching career, discussing his achievements and challenges with South Sydney, Melbourne Storm, and Wests Tigers. Maguire shares stories about impressive players he's coached and offers insights into his time at these iconic clubs. The conversation also touches on the possibility of him returning to club coaching in the future.Subscribe and Follow Follow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backstagecoopermattyjohns/Follow our TikTok:     https://www.instagram.com/backstagecoopermattyjohns/Watch on YouTube:       https://youtube.com/@BackstagewithCooperMattyJohns?si=XPwO48AuIoavVZYfListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3S3w0dmLOae7aJGYe4PeqB?si=6f50fa06a4744747Listen on Apple:               https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/backstage-with-cooper-matty-johns/id1729949087Advertise through us!For any enquiries - Email [email protected]:00-Intro1:30-State of Origin10:45-Playing Career18:10-How would you coach yourself?19:30-Melbourne Players21:20-Coaching in Melbourne27:40-Challenge of replicating Melbourne31:10-Wigan Warriors35:10-Making players buy in37:05-South Sydney Rabbitohs42:30-John Sutton47:50-2014 Grand Final50:45-Russell Crowe52:05-Sam Burgess57:15-Wests Tigers58:35-New Zealand Kiwis1:02:00-Return to Clubland?1:05:30-Who wins 2024 Premiership?1:08:25-Challenges of success1:10:10-Reece Walshmania See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.