Matt Spangher: Coaching at the Bulldogs, Delisted to Premiership Player & Hawthorn’s Golden Era | #231

In episode 231, Max chats with Hawthorn Head of Football Strategy and Projects Matt Spangher! Matt takes us inside his decision to leave the Western Bulldogs, who’s stood out on the track at Hawthorn so far, the standards he’s helping set, and what it really takes to build a team capable of competing for a premiership. We also dive into Matt’s journey: starting out at West Coast, navigating the highs and lows of being delisted, winning a flag with Hawthorn during their golden era, and transitioning into coaching. He shares the moment Alistair Clarkson told him he was playing in the 2014 Grand Final after a tough prelim - and the key message he took away: enjoy the week, wrap your head around it, and play with confidence. Matt opens up on his coaching philosophy at the Bulldogs, how he develops young talent while maintaining elite standards, and the behind-the-scenes work required to help a team reach its potential. Plus, he talks about his new venture with Daniel Pratt, Pocket Mentor, and the thinking behind it. All this and much more in episode 231 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/ Pocket Mentor https://www.pocket-mentor.com.au/