Angus Brandt: The Return to Perth | #267

In episode 267, Max chats with Perth Wildcats champion Angus Brandt! After seven years playing overseas, Angus is back in the NBL and back where it all began, returning to Perth for the first time since winning two championships with the Wildcats. We dive into why the time was finally right to return to Australia, why the opportunity with Perth was “too good to turn down,” how the move came together in just four days, and the family reasons behind his decision to come home. Angus also opens up on his role with the Wildcats heading into NBL27, backing up Jo Lual-Acuil Jr., what he can bring to the group, and why winning another championship is now his number one priority. Plus, we discuss spending seven seasons in Japan, the pressure and responsibility of playing as an import, how his game has developed overseas, playing all 60 games last season, why age is “just a number on a page,” and his desire to potentially spend another two or three years playing in the NBL. Angus also takes us inside reuniting with Jesse Wagstaff seven years later, the championship expectations that come with playing for Perth, John Rillie’s messaging to the group, and why defence needs to become a pillar of the Wildcats if they are to contend for another title. A fascinating conversation on returning home, life in Japan, longevity, family, championship ambitions, the Perth Wildcats, and what comes next. All this and much more in episode 267 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/