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Sporting Max
by Sporting Max
Our host Max Becker takes us on the journey of the lives of sporting stars, their careers, struggles, growing up and of course a few laughs along the way!
Episodes
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Braden Cotter: Inside the COE & Developing Australia’s Next Generation | #270
In episode 270, Max chats with Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence Head of Basketball Braden Cotter! From spending more than a decade working outside basketball to returning to coaching and eventually leading one of the most important development programs in Australian basketball, Braden...
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Quinn Clinton: Inside the New Zealand Breakers’ NBL27 Identity, Gordon Herbert & His Coaching Rise | #269
In episode 269, Max chats with New Zealand Breakers assistant coach Quinn Clinton! From playing college basketball at Saint Mary’s to injuries ending his playing career and becoming a head coach in his mid-20s, Quinn reflects on the journey that has quickly taken him from player to one of New...
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Glen Bartlett: Inside the Rebuild of the Melbourne Football Club | #268
In episode 268, Max chats with former Melbourne Football Club president Glen Bartlett for an extensive conversation about his life in football, leadership and the eight years he spent helping rebuild the Demons. From captaining East Perth and becoming part of West Coast’s inaugural AFL squad to a...
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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...
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Damian Cotter: Japan’s NBA Ambition, Yuki Kawamura & His Coaching Future | #266
In episode 266, Max chats with Australian basketball coach Damien Cotter! After spending the 2025-26 season on the coaching staff of the Chicago Bulls, Damien reflects on his time inside the NBA, working alongside Billy Donovan, coaching Josh Giddey, and the experiences that shaped an…
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Angus Glover: Three ACLs, Two Championships & the Comeback | #265
In episode 265, Max chats with South East Melbourne Phoenix star Angus Glover! From three ACL reconstructions and being told to retire from basketball to becoming a two-time NBL champion and representing the Australian Boomers, Angus reflects on the incredible highs and lows that have shaped his...
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Claudia Brassard: Inside the Tasmania Jewels | #264
In episode 264, Max chats with inaugural Tasmania Jewels head coach Claudia Brassard! From representing Canada at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games to winning WNBL championships as both a player and coach, Claudia reflects on the experiences that have shaped one of the most respected coaching careers...
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Alicia Lucas: Inside Australia's Olympic Rugby Sevens Gold | #263
In episode 263, Max chats with Australian Rugby Sevens legend and Olympic gold medallist Alicia Lucas! From growing up in Wagga Wagga to receiving a life-changing letter from Rugby Australia, Alicia reflects on her incredible journey from touch football to becoming one of Australia's most…
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Simon Madden: The Truth About Essendon's Future | #262
In episode 262, Max chats with Essendon legend Simon Madden! From debuting for Essendon as a 16-year-old to becoming one of the greatest players in AFL history, Simon reflects on the defining moments of his remarkable career, the lessons behind the Bombers' premiership dynasty, and what the club...
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Damien Austin: How the Brisbane Lions Built a Dynasty | #261
In episode 261, Max chats with Brisbane Lions Head of High Performance Damian Austin. From rebuilding the Brisbane Lions into a premiership team to managing elite athletes through the biggest moments of their careers, Damian provides a rare insight into what it takes to build a high-performance...
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Joel Khalu: Inside the Illawarra Hawks' Championship Culture | #260
In episode 260, Max chats with Illawarra Hawks Assistant Coach Joel Khalu! From growing up in Cairns and discovering basketball as a teenager, to playing college basketball in the United States, leading programmes across Australia and Papua New Guinea, and helping guide the Illawarra Hawks to an...
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Lisa Willis: From the WNBA & Team USA to Coaching the New York Knicks | #259
In episode 259, Max chats with former WNBA star, Team USA gold medallist, UCLA legend, and former New York Knicks assistant coach Lisa Willis! From dominating high school basketball in California to becoming one of the greatest defenders in UCLA history, being selected fifth overall in the WNBA...
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Dillon Boucher: Inside the New Zealand Breakers' Championship Rebuild | #258
In episode 258, Max chats with New Zealand Breakers General Manager Dillon Boucher for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest offseasons in the NBL! From appointing FIBA World Cup-winning coach Gordon Herbert to landing DJ Vasiljević and reigning NBL champion Kouat Noi, Dillon...
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John Giramondo: Inside AFL Recruiting & How The Sydney Swans Build a Contender | #257
In episode 257, Max chats with Sydney Swans National Recruiting Manager John Giromondo! After building his career through North Melbourne, Brisbane and the GWS Giants, John now leads recruiting at one of the AFL's most consistently successful clubs. John takes us inside the world of AFL…
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Sam Radford: Inside AFL Player Development, Harley Reid & Building West Coast's Future | #256
In episode 256, Max chats with West Coast Eagles Assistant Coach Sam Radford! After spending nine years at Melbourne Football Club and being part of the Demons' 2021 premiership program, Sam made the move west to join Andrew McQualter's coaching staff at the Eagles with the midfield. Sam takes us...
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David Payne: Inside the IPL, Winning with the Perth Scorchers & Playing for England | #255
In episode 255, Max chats with England international cricketer and Perth Scorchers star David Payne! From playing club cricket in Dorset to representing England on the international stage, David's journey is a story of perseverance, resilience and taking advantage of every opportunity that came…
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Eric Pincus: Giannis Trade Scenarios, LeBron's Future & The NBA's New Lottery Rules | #254
In episode 254, Max chats with Bleacher Report National NBA Writer Eric Pincus! One of the most respected and well-connected journalists in basketball, Eric has spent decades covering the NBA, working closely with executives, agents, front offices and decision-makers across the league. Fresh off...
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Angus Henskens: Inside the Cairns Taipans' Blueprint for Success | #253
In episode 253, Max chats with Cairns Taipans Assistant Coach Angus Henskens! Angus takes us through his coaching journey, from coaching junior basketball across Sydney and interning with the Sydney Kings, to learning under Will Weaver, Chase Buford, Brian Goorjian and Adam Forde at the highest...
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Ben Potts: Inside the Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokić & NBA Player Development | #252
In episode 252, Max chats with Denver Nuggets Head Video Coordinator and Player Development Coach Ben Potts. Born and raised in Denver, Ben's journey to the NBA wasn't straightforward. After stepping away from his playing career, he worked his way through college basketball, the Detroit Pistons,...
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Belle Brockhoff: Three Olympics, World Championship Gold & Becoming World No. 1 | #251
In episode 251, Max chats with World Champion snowboarder Belle Brockhoff! From growing up on the slopes of Mount Buller to becoming one of the most successful snowboard cross athletes in Australian history, Belle takes us inside a remarkable career that spanned more than a decade at the highest...
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Tony Ronzone: Kobe, Luka, Team USA & The Evolution of Global Basketball | #250
In episode 250, Max chats with NBA agent and executive Tony Ronzone! From coaching in New Zealand at 22 years old to helping build NBA championship teams, Olympic gold medal teams and discovering some of the greatest international basketball talent the game has ever seen, Tony’s basketball…
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Joe Montemurro: Inside Arsenal, Juventus & Leading the Matildas | #249
In episode 249, Max chats with Australian Matildas Head Coach Joe Montemurro! From Melbourne to Arsenal, Juventus, and now the Matildas, Joe takes us inside the realities of coaching and leading at the highest level of global football. We dive into his coaching philosophy, leadership style, and…
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Joe Foster: The Founder of Reebok | #248
In episode 248, Max chats with Reebok co-founder Joe Foster - the man who built one of the most iconic brands in sporting history. From growing up in post-war Britain during World War II, to leaving the family business alongside his brother Jeff and building Reebok from a small factory in England...
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Matthew Hodgson: Boomers, the NBL & Battling Self-Doubt | #247
In episode 247, Max chats with former Boomers and NBL star Matthew Hodgson! Matthew opens up on one of the more unique and emotionally challenging journeys in Australian basketball - from not seriously playing the game until his teenage years, to earning a scholarship to Southern Utah…
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Sophie Taylor: From Non-Selection to Captaining the Hockeyroos | #246
In episode 247, Max chats with Hockeyroos star Sophie Taylor! Sophie takes us inside one of the most challenging and defining journeys in elite sport - from being told she’d never play for Australia again, to returning to the national program and captaining her country. Sophie opens up on the...
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Bharat Sundaresan: Cricket Saved My Life | #245
In episode 245, Max chats with world-renowned cricket writer and broadcaster Bharat Sundaresan! Bharat takes us inside the current state of Australian cricket - from a defining 12–18 month period ahead, to the transition between generations, and what will ultimately shape the legacy of this Pat...
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Craig Starcevich: Building a Dynasty - Inside Brisbane’s AFLW Success | #244
In episode 244, Max chats with Brisbane Lions AFLW Senior Coach Craig Starcevich! Craig takes us inside one of the most successful programs in AFLW history - and what it actually takes to build and sustain a premiership team in a constantly evolving competition. We dive into Brisbane’s journey...
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Ryan Leff: How NBA Deals Really Happen - Inside Player Movement & Contracts | #243
In episode 243, Max chats with NBA Agent Ryan Leff! Ryan takes us inside the world of NBA player representation - from managing elite talent to navigating the business, pressure, and constant movement behind the scenes of the league. We dive into the evolution of today’s NBA - the rise in…
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Mike Weinar: Inside an NBA Finals Run - How Championship Teams Are Really Built | #242
In episode 242, Max chats with former Indiana Pacers Assistant Coach Mike Weinar! What actually goes into an NBA Finals run? Mike takes us inside the Indiana Pacers’ 2025 run to the NBA Finals - breaking down how a connected, resilient group led by Tyrese Haliburton was able to respond under...
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Elle Armit: Inside Australia’s Olympic Water Polo Campaign | #241
In episode 241, Max chats with Australian water polo Olympian Elle Armit! Elle takes us inside the reality of chasing Olympic success - from the years of preparation and sacrifice required to make the Australian team, to the emotional rollercoaster of competing at the Olympic Games. She shares…
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Kim Keedle: Inside F1 High Performance & Oscar Piastri’s Rise | #240
In episode 240, Max chats with former McLaren Formula 1 Performance Manager Kim Keedle! Kim takes us inside the world of Formula 1 high performance - from preparing drivers for the physical demands of racing at over 300km/h to managing the relentless global travel, media commitments, and pressure...
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Ryan Hoover: Inside the NBA Trade Deadline & Building the Bucks’ 2021 Championship | #239
In episode 239, Max chats with Milwaukee Bucks Vice President of Global Scouting Ryan Hoover! Ryan takes inside what it’s really like inside the front office during the NBA trade deadline. From the intensity of deadline decisions to the process of identifying and developing elite talent, this is…
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Caleb Mitchell: From Delisted, to Starting Again & Building the Tasmania Devils | #238
In episode 238, Max chats with Tasmania Devils player Caleb Mitchell! Caleb shares an honest look at his journey through the AFL system - from the uncertainty of draft year and training by himself to earn a shot, to the reality of being delisted and having to start again. We dive into what it’s...
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Selwyn Griffith: Inside Melbourne’s High Performance System & Coaching Transition | #237
In episode 237, Max chats with Melbourne Football Club Head of High Performance Selwyn Griffith! Selwyn takes us inside what it really takes to design and lead an AFL high-performance program during a coaching transition - from aligning with a new senior coach’s vision to preparing athletes to...
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Jackson Dennis: Inside AFL High Performance & Load Management | #236
In episode 236, Max chats with GWS Giants Head of High Performance Jackson Dennis! Jackson takes us inside what it really takes to design and lead an AFL high-performance program - from mapping out an AFL pre-season to managing player loads across one of the most demanding seasons in world sport....
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Bodhi Uwland: From Rehab to Finals and The Mindset Shift Behind the Suns’ Rise | #235
In episode 235, Max chats with Gold Coast Suns Player Bodhi Uwland for an honest and wide-ranging conversation on development, resilience, and what it really takes to make it at AFL level. We unpack the Suns’ pre-season under Damian Hardwick, the impact of new additions like Christian Petracca…
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Ivan Mitrovic: What Do NBA Scouts Really Look For in Players? | #234
In episode 234, Max is joined by Washington Wizards NBA scout Ivan Mitrovic for a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how elite talent is identified, evaluated, and projected at the highest level of basketball. Ivan takes us through his journey from growing up in Belgrade and playing across Serbia…
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Dan Ryan: Leadership, Standards & Building Buy-In | #233
In episode 233, Max chats with South East Melbourne Phoenix Assistant Coach Dan Ryan for an in-depth look inside one of the NBL’s most consistent programs. Coming off a season-defining win over the Sydney Kings, Dan breaks down what that moment meant for the group, how confidence is built across…
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Greg Vanderjagt: What Actually Changes When a Coach Gets Sacked Mid-Season? | #232
In episode 232, Max chats with Brisbane Bullets Assistant Coach Greg Vanderjagt! Greg takes us inside the reality of professional coaching - from what actually changes when a coach is sacked mid-season, to how players and staff respond when pressure peaks. We dive into Greg’s journey, starting…
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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...
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Brad Lloyd: Inside Carlton, Pressure, and the Reality of List Management | #230
In episode 230, Max sits down with former Carlton General Manager of Football Brad Lloyd! Brad takes us through what it’s really like running an AFL club at the highest level - from the inside. We unpack Carlton’s rise to a preliminary final, the expectations that followed, and how quickly…
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Ashes Second Test Wrap with Peter Lalor
Australia are 2–0 up in the Ashes and heading to Adelaide in a position of real authority while England are left searching for answers as Bazball comes under its heaviest scrutiny yet. I sat down with cricket writer and broadcaster Peter Lalor to unpack where the series is really at. We break…
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Ashes Second Test Wrap with Code Sports' Daniel Cherny
Australia tighten their grip on the Ashes, and the second test has shifted the series from intrigue to authority. Bazball, once the great disruptor, is now being labelled dead - exposed by pressure, preparation, and a growing gap between the two sides. I sat down with Code Sports' Dan Cherny to...
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Damien Taylor: The Science of Leadership & High-Performance Culture | #229
In episode 229, Max chats with high-performance and leadership expert Damien Taylor! Damian takes us through through purpose, values, and what makes great teams tick. He breaks down why preparation builds confidence, how elite teams stay aligned under pressure, and the simple “hot wash” method he...
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Daniel Pratt: Leadership, West Coast's 2018 Flag & the Bulldogs’ 2026 Blueprint | #228
In episode 228, Max chats with Western Bulldogs Assistant Coach Daniel Pratt! Daniel takes us through his coaching trip to the US - spending time with the Cleveland Browns, Guardians, Cavs, Detroit Lions and Tigers - who’s lit up the track so far, and what the Dogs need to do to become a...
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Ashes First Test Wrap with Bryce McGain
Australia takes a 1–0 lead in the Ashes, and the first Test in Perth had everything - chaos, brilliance, and a statement performance from Mitchell Starc that puts him within touching distance of Wasim Akram on the all-time list. I sat down with former Australian Test spinner Bryce McGain to break...
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Max Abbott: Inside the Stars’ Push for BBL15 | #227
In episode 227, Max chats with Melbourne Stars GM Max Abbott! Max takes us through how the club managed to retain a core of superstars in Haris Rauf and Tom Curran, the strong start to the WBBL season, the greatness of Annabel Sutherland, and how committed Glenn Maxwell is to the success of the...
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Phil Merriman: Inside West Coast’s High-Performance Program & Youth Development | #226
In episode 226, Max chats with West Coast Eagles High Performance Manager Phil Merriman! Phil takes us inside his move from Fremantle over the off-season, why West Coast is one of the most exciting young groups in the AFL, and what it actually looks like to develop a large cohort of emerging…
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Jamie Maddocks: Inside West Coast’s Rebuild & the Future of the Eagles | #225
In episode 125, Max chats with West Coast Eagles Head of Development Jamie Maddocks! Jamie shares the expectations for the year ahead and what a successful 2026 looks like for the Eagles. We dive into the challenge of developing a large group of young players simultaneously, the role of...
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Gavin Kirkman: Inside the Future of Australian Golf | #224
In episode 224, Max chats with the CEO of PGA Australia Gavin Kirkman! Gavin shares his journey from starting out in retail, to working at Royal Pines on the Gold Coast, and eventually stepping into the role of CEO of PGA Australia. We chat about the Australian PGA Championship, the upcoming...
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Our host Max Becker takes us on the journey of the lives of sporting stars, their careers, struggles, growing up and of course a few laughs along the way!
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