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Kickin' It Local
by Johnny Keko
Johnny Keko showcases the many different characters within the football community in South Australia.Get to know the players, coaches, volunteers, officials and lots more across the local game. These are the incredible individuals who make up the Men and Women NPL and State League competitions!
Episodes
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Special Interview || Australia Cup chat with Tommy Giannakopoulos
Johnny Keko from The Local Game catches up with South Melbourne's South Australian footballer Tommy Giannakopoulos ahead of the Australia Cup Final. South Melbourne are on the verge of history as they take on Victorian giants Melbourne Victory, aiming to become the first non-A-League club to win...
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Omar Hassan (Part One)
Join Johnny Keko this week on Kickin' It Local as he sits down with Omar Hassan to chat about his football journey and road to becoming a coach. Tune in for all the insights from dealing with anger and his early days as a player and winning trophies.
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Alessio Carrocci
Join Johnny Keko this week on Kickin' It Local he sits down with Alessio Carrocci to chat about his football journey to playing first team football this season. Tune in for all the insights from meeting his hero, giving commentary a crack and the best years of his football career to date.
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Nat Harrison (Part Three)
Join Johnny Keko this week on Kickin' It Local he sits down with Nat Harrison (Adamopoulos) to chat about her time with Full On Football. Tune in for all the insights from watching her dad on the board of Soccer Association and stories about the first Adelaide United and how Hindmarsh became the...
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Nat Harrison (Part Two)
Join Johnny Keko this week on Kickin' It Local he sits down with Nat Harrison (Adamopoulos) to chat about her time with Full On Football. Tune in for all the insights of filming local football and getting to meet some incredible people in the football community.
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Nat Harrison (Part One)
Join Johnny Keko this week on Kickin' It Local he sits down with Nat Harrison (Adamopoulos) to chat about her time with Full On Football. Tune in for all the insights of hosting a football show and meeting some incredible football indentities including the late Rale Rasic.
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Connor Hudson - Adelaide Hills (Part Two)
Lead singer of Lickity Split and The Hawks number 1 Goalkeeper for many years, Connor Hudson shines a light on his focus towards his music. Connor looks back on the 2019 State League 2 Grand Final and competing in the Battle of the Bands, where he made the 2022 Grand Final with Lickity Split.
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Connor Hudson - Adelaide Hills (Part One)
The Hawks number 1 Goalkeeper for many years, Connor reflects on his time playing for his childhood club after taking a year off from football to focus on his music. Joining the club at 10 years old, Connor explains how he progressed through the State programs and the calibre of players and…
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Mark Newbery - Mt Barker
As th Collegiate Head coach for the A's and the Best & Fairest player for the B's, Mark shares his on and off journey as a footballer in SA. Now currently at Mt Barker United, the football story began from a junior level at Adelaide City during their Championship winning NSL Era in the 90's. Mark...
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Seb O'Neill - Football SA Commentator
Young up and coming local commentator Seb O'Neill talks about how he stumbled into commentary at the ago of 17. Seb opens up on how he came to find himself in the position he is within football, only being a relatively new fan of the game.
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World Cup Stories - Ali Atkins & Pablo Fagundes
WNPL Player Ali Atkins & Brazilian Pablo Fagundes share their experiences travelling New Zealand in a camper van and creating moments at the 2023 AUNZ FIFA Women's World Cup.
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World Cup Stories from the Media
Antonis Pagonis & Christian Marchetti from Front Page Footall share their experience covering the 2023 AUNZ FIFA Women's World Cup
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NPL ‘23 Grand Final Preview
Join Johnny Keko, Antonis Pagonis & Christian Marchetti as they breakdown the 2023 NPL Grand Final. Watch the full show on Football SA’s Facebook & YouTube channels.
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Jenna McCormick - Adelaide United & Adelaide Uni
Current Adelaide United & Adelaide Uni player Jenna McCormick shares her stories of debuting for the Matildas and switching codes, winning two Premierships with Adelaide Crows in the AFLW. Playing a World Cup is everyone's dream, however Jenna talks about how she found herself commentating the…
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Kickin' It Local x Kick Like A Girl
Johnny joins Nicole on her podast Kick Like A Girls for a chat about all things podcasts, football and the Matildas!
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Di Alagich (Part Two)
Former Matilda, Di Alagich opens up about playing in Adelaide with the Matildas & the buzz around the current Women's World Cup. Reflecting on her personal accolades, Di shares memories of sharing the stage with some of Australian Footballs & Sporting Medias biggest names.
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2023 WWC Interviews & Atmosphere (Brazil V Panama Reflection)
Hear Johnny's stories and reflection from Brazil vs Panama, including interviews with Brazilian and Panama players (courtesy of Triple M).
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Di Alagich (Part One)
Inaugural Adelaide United Womens Captain, Di Alagich talks about her family and the football connection. Representing Australia was always a dream, Di explains how she wanted to play for the Socceroos before realising there was a Women's National Team.
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Tracey Jenkins (Part Two) - West Adelaide Coach & Former Matilda
Current West Adelaide WNPL Head Coach, Tracey looks back on 2022 Treble winning year for the club & shares her thoughtss around the World Cup. In Part Two Tracey shares her opinions on the Women's Game & what needs to be done to help move it forward.
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Tracey Jenkins (Part One) - West Adelaide Coach & Former Matilda
Currently the West Adelaide WNPL Head Coach, Tracey looks back on her early days as a player & memories of representing the Matildas on a tour of New Zealand in Part One.
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Sharon Black - Former Matildas 1999 World Cup Player
Currently coaching a community team at Flinders United, Sharon Black opens up about her career, playing in Denmark and representing her country at a FIFA Women's World Cup in 1999 as well as the 2000 Olympics. From fundraising to afford to travel with the National team, Sharon looks back on her...
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Adrian Santrac - Former Matildas Coach (Part Two)
Currently the U13 girls coach at Fulham United, in Part Two Adrian Santrac talks his time with the Matildas and the state of the game ahead of the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia & New Zealand.
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Adrian Santrac - Former Matildas Coach (Part One)
Currently the U13 girls coach at Fulham United, in Part One Adrian Santrac talks about his playing days in the National Soccer League to coaching on the International stage with the Olyroos and the big players he had the pleasure of coaching.
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50 Days 'til the World Cup with Kimberley Conte
With 50 DAYS TO GO 'til the Women's World Cup, invites Kimberley Conte the Head of WWC Adelaide back to cover everything happening in Adelaide! Topics covered: Trophy tour in Adelaide! FIFA Fan Fest Club involvement and opportunities Leadership opportunities Adelaide hosting new events
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Mid-Season Review 2023 - Women's League
With the halfway mark of Season 2023 here, Johnny invites WNPL commentator Paul Marcuccitti to co-host a special Women's League Reflection episode. Taking a look back at the first nine rounds, Johnny & Paul speak to special guests: Anastasia Willougby - Flinders United Chrissy Panagaris…
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Kevin Holohan - Fulham United
Kevin Holohan - Fulham United
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Mid-Season Review 2023 - Men's League
To celebrate the halfway mark of Season 2023, Johnny invites former guest Marc Talbot to co-host a special Men's League Reflection episode. Taking a look back at the first eleven rounds, the boys speak to special guests: Adelaide City's Nicholas Bucco talks about scoring what could be the goal of...
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Nathan Elliott - Adelaide Hills Hawks
A one club man and cracking 450 games with the Adelaide Hills Hawks, Captain Nathan Elliott reflects on huis career at the Hawks and why he loves the hills football. Not coming from a soccer family, Nathan shares how he found the sport and his experience representing the state in touch footy.
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Shannen Connolly - Flinders United
Shannen has a huge passion for womens football and helping to create future opportunities for the next generation as the President of Flinders United.
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Terry Westwood - Cumberland United
A passionate coach ready to let his football do the talking. Terry Westwood shares his career spanning back to his playing days at Salisbury United and why he drives past his old club every week to this day. Now head coach of Cumberland United, Terry shares his journey as a coach, where he…
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Johnny's Highlights - Best of Marcelo Carrusca, Cart Veart, Olvia Bramley & Hayley Routley
Johnny's Highlights feature s the best parts from his chats with former Adelaide United player Marcelo Carrusca, Former West Adelaide player Olivia Bramley, Current Head Coach of Adelaide United Carl Veart & local football identity & current Football SA employee Hayley Routley.
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Christian Marchetti - Front Page Football
A passionate football fan & founder of Front Page Football, Christian Marchetti talks about pursuing his dream. After starting a publication at 14 years old with his best mate, Christian relaunched his sports publication for a Uni project before it started to get serious. He talks about his time…
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Jared Clark - FK Beograd & Vanuatu National Football Team
A footballer for FK Beograd and Vanuatu National Football Team, Jared Clark talks about his junior years the support from his parents. After moving to Serbia to play for FK Vojvodina, Jared eventually moved back home where he joined Adelaide United in the NPL Youth Squad as well as their National...
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Nicole Calder - Salisbury Inter
A senior footballer in the WNPL, Nicole Calder opens up her struggles with depression and how she is helping junior girls with her coaching. After representing the Young and Junior Matildas, Nicole went over to the USA to play college football before returning to Australia after completing her...
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Alex Rideout - South Adelaide
A senior footballer in the NPL, Alex Rideout opens up about what it's really like to be coached by his older brother and the criticism that comes along with it. Having won the league and Federation Cups, as well as knocking out the current Asian Champions from the first edition of the FFA...
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Part Three - WNPL Preview with the Clubs
In Part Three Johnny Keko gets a preview of the upcoming season as he catches up with personnel from Fulham United, Football SA NTC, Metro United & Salisbury Inter. Hear straight from the clubs what this season means to them, including who to look out for in season 2023! This episode includes…
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Part Two - WNPL Preview with the Clubs
In Part Two Johnny Keko gets a preview of the upcoming season as he catches up with personnel from WT Birkalla, Adelaide Uni & Adelaide Comets. Hear straight from the clubs what this season means to them, including who to look out for in season 2023! This episode includes three interviews…
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Part One - WNPL Preview with the Clubs
In Part One Johnny Keko gets a preview of the upcoming season as he catches up with personnel from Adelaide City, West Adelaide & Flinders United. Hear straight from the clubs what this season means to them, including who to look out for in season 2023! This episode includes three interviews:...
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Andrew Marshall - Mt Barker United
A volunteer for many years, Andrew Marshall shares his experience as one of the many personnel behind the scenes to help Mt Barker United prepare for thier place in the State League 2 competition. Having grown up in the UK, playing football in Australia was a way to meet new people for Andrew....
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Matt Mays - Football South Australia
Football South Australia's Media & Digital Content Manager Matt Mays talks about his journey from England to Australia, which saw him become a male nanny during his time in Holland. A big Arsenal fan, Matt recalls when he was selected as a ball boy for his childhood club, as well as the match…
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Part Four - NPL Preview with the Coaches
In Part Four Johnny Keko gets a preview of the upcoming season as he catches up with the Head Coaches from Sturt Lions, Campbelltown City & Adelaide Olympic. Hear all the big ins & outs straight from the coaches mouth, including who to look out for in season 2023! This episode includes three...
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Part Three - NPL Preview with the Coaches
In Part Three Johnny Keko gets a preview of the upcoming season as he catches up with the Head Coaches from Adelaide United Youth, MetroStars & South Adelaide. Hear all the big ins & outs straight from the coaches mouth, including who to look out for in season 2023! This episode includes three...
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Part Two - NPL Preview with the Coaches
In Part Two Johnny Keko gets a preview of the upcoming season as he catches up with the Head Coaches from FK Beograd, Adelaide Comets & West Adelaide. Hear all the big ins & outs straight from the coaches mouth, including who to look out for in season 2023! This episode includes three interviews:...
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Part One - NPL Preview with the Coaches
In Part One Johnny Keko gets a preview of the upcoming season as he catches up with the Head Coaches from Adelaide City, Modbury Jets & Croydon FC. Hear all the big ins & outs straight from the coaches mouth, including who to look out for in season 2023! This episode includes three interviews:...
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Jayden LoBasso - Adelaide Comets (Part Two)
Part Two, Adelaide Comets' Jayden LoBasso opens up about his journey after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome three games into the new season. Through the support of his family and club, Jayden was able to defy the odds with a return to the game coming off the bench during the finals...
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Jayden LoBasso - Adelaide Comets (Part One)
Adelaide Comets' Jayden LoBasso shares his journey, coming from a tight-knit community in Port Pirie before eventually moving to Adelaide for football. The dedication from his parents played a huge part, with long drives to the city on multiple nights of the week. Jayden's dedication sets him...
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Scott Tunbridge - MetroStars/Retired Pro Footballer (Part Two)
Part Two, Scott Tunbridge reveals his experience during the Championship winning season at Newcastle Jets in the A-League, from how he was treated, his regrets and despite the tough year personally, he shares how he celebrated the win with his teammates. No calls were made from Adelaide United…
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Scott Tunbridge - MetroStars/Retired Pro Footballer (Part One)
Former professional footballer Scott Tunbridge opens up about his youth career, how he became a striker and his debut for Adelaide City. Trialling for Blackburn Rovers and playing in Scotland saw him meet some familiar faces and recognisable names in Australian football including a Football...
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Antonis Pagonis - Local Football Writer
Local Football writer for the Inner Sanctum and Front Page Football, Antonis Pagonis talks of his journey growing up in Greece and the transition to schooling in Australia leading him to becoming the only 16-year-old at University. A dream first job in teaching saw him move to the UK, where he…
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Alex Mullen - Campbelltown City (Part Two)
Part Two with Alex Mullen sees the Sergio Medalist describe the moment he shared with his father when being crowned with the award at this years Celebration of Football, plus what the awards mean for the wider community and celebrating the achievements of those within football. Alex talks about…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Johnny Keko showcases the many different characters within the football community in South Australia.Get to know the players, coaches, volunteers, officials and lots more across the local game. These are the incredible individuals who make up the Men and Women NPL and State League competitions!
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Johnny Keko showcases the many different characters within the football community in South Australia.Get to know the players, coaches, volunteers, officials and lots more across the local game. These are the incredible individuals who make up the Men and Women NPL and State League competitions!
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