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The Players Take with KA & J
by Western Region Football League
A show dedicated to the footballers and netballers from across the Western Region Football League
Episodes
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Episode 47 - The Last Dance
KA is leaving us, so the gals decided to do one final ep of the Rookie Me Players Take with KA & J podcast to celebrate. On this ep, we catch up with a few of our faves from over the years, Izzy from Newport, Live with Lenny, Caitlin Brennan from Spotswood, Melanie Thompson-Allan from the...
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Episode 46 - KA & J Review 2022
And just like that... season 2022 is finished. KA & J wrap up the year that was including re-capping the TIV Division 1 Grand Final, re-visiting our bold predictions for the season, share our best bits from the year as well as reveal the most important list of them all - the top five foods in the...
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Episode 45 - Ethan Taylor, Joel Menadue, Ben McMahon & Zak Busuttil
We are a days away from the biggest game of the season, so KA & J catch-up with four players who are set to have a huge impact in the TIV Division 1 Grand Final. From Altona we have Ethan Taylor and Joel Menadue and the boys from Werribee, Ben McMahon and Zak Busuttil. We talk to them about how...
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Episode 44 - Ella Logan, Rebecca Hicks, Michael Ryan, Aidan O'Rafferty & Lachlan Grant
We have another special Grand Final edition of the pod this week. We have Ella Logan (Spotswood) and Rebecca Hicks (Point Cook Centrals) on the show to discuss the big Victoria University WRFL Netball Division 1 Grand Final on Friday night. Plus we catch-up with Michael Ryan (Suns) and Aidan...
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Episode 43 - Ebony Watkins, Krystal Delanty, Caitlin Brennan, Caitlin Pretty, Kurt Mayne and Jackson Barrett
We have a Grand Final edition of the pod for you this week. KA & J get the Grand Final word from each of the teams competing in Saturday's big games - Ebony Watkins (Point Cook Centrals), Krystal Delanty (Caroline Springs), Caitlin Brennan (Spotswood), Caitlin Pretty (Caroline Springs), Kurt…
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Episode 42 - TIV Division 1 & Alan Mance Motors Division 3 Finals
KA & J catch-up with Keenan O'Shea (Caroline Springs), Steve Kennedy (Altona), Spiros Amarantidis (Deer Park), Daniel Schibeci (Werribee Districts), Liam McMahon (Hoppers Crossing), Michael Ryan (Suns), Nathan Johnson (Albanvale), Aidan O'Rafferty (Braybrook) and Elliot Rosado (Sunshine Heights)...
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Episode 41 - Division 2 & VU Polytechnic Senior Women's Finals
This is an action-packed episode. KA & J chat to Division 2 players Nathan Williams (Point Cook Centrals), Jackson Barrett (Parkside) and Matt Smith (North Footscray) ahead of this weekend's Semi Finals (Wyndhamvale was an apology). Plus we catch-up with VU Polytechnic Division 1 Senior Women's...
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Episode 40 - Spencer Johnson, Luke Whatman & Kosta Arapidis
Three Vikings join KA & J on the show this week - Spencer Johnson, Luke Whatman & Kosta Arapidis. We chat to the young guns about their preparation ahead of Finals, the mix of young and experienced players leading the way at Altona and we find out their pre-game superstitions. Plus we learn a...
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Episode 39 - Turtle, Caitlin Brennan, JK & Caitlin Pretty
Let's hear it for the gals! Today's episode features Turtle and Caitlin from Spotswood as well as goal kicking superstars from Caroline Springs Jacinta Kondis and Caitlin Pretty. KA & J chat to them about how their season's are tracking ahead of what is shaping up to be an exciting finals series....
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Episode 38 - Kurt Mayne & Lachlan Grant
Two Sharks join KA & J on the show this week. Point Cook Centrals duo Kurt Mayne and Lachlan Grant chat to the gals about how the excitement is building at the club ahead of what could be a special finals series for both their Men's and Women's team. We learn a little about some of the boys'...
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Episode 37 - Kane Liossis & Phil Rigg
In the next episode we catch up with West Footscray duo Kane Liossis & Phil Rigg. KA & J chat to them about how the boys are keeping their spirits up after a challenging few years at Shorten Reserve, the junior stars stepping up and who they believe will win the Division 2 Premiership. We hope…
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Episode 36 - John & Peter Tomelty
Two Suns brothers join KA & J on the show this week - John & Peter Tomelty. We chat to the boys about what it was like growing up in the Tomelty house, how the Suns are rising in 2022 and of course THAT viral video featuring Dean Cachia and Joel Patty. We also give Paul a call and share a great...
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Episode 35 - Max Tessari & Jerome Caterino
Double trouble join KA & J on the show this week. Caroline Springs duo Max Tessari and Jerome Caterino talk to the gals about the hot start the Lakers have had in TIV Division 1 so far, the impact their new recruits have had on the group and the rise of two-meter-reader! Plus we have some elite...
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Episode 34 - Massimo D'Ambrosio
One of the most talented young guns in footy at the moment, joins KA & J this week. We chat to Point Cook star Massimo D'Ambrosio who has been named as one of the players to watch ahead of the AFL's mid-season draft in less than two weeks time. We talk to him about his footy journey, his…
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Episode 33 - Mitch Coleman & Toby Kopa
In the next episode of the Players Take, we catch up with two of Spotswood's finest - Mitch Coleman and Toby Kopa. We chat about their start to the season and the new players making an impact, their favourite footy memories and we get them to describe each other in three words. This episode was…
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Episode 32 - Joel Richardson & Corey Edwards
KA & J chat with two Devils on the latest episode of The Players Take - Joel Richardson & Corey Edwards aka Hank & Froffies. We chat about some North Footscray characters, the toughness of Division 2 and some questionable tattoos - we are looking at you Matt Smith. We hope you enjoy The Players...
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Episode 31 - Emily O'Connell & Melanie Thompson-Allan
KA & J catch up with their new besties Emily O'Connell & Melanie Thompson-Allan from the EaGALS. We chat about the launch of the VU Polytechnic Senior Women's competition this weekend as well as the vibe around the club heading into 2022 and how the best was yet to come. We hope you enjoy the...
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Episode 30 - The Captain's Call
In the first episode of 2022, KA & J chat to all 10 TIV Division 1 Captains ahead of the start of the season - Spiros Amarantidis, Declan Moloney, David Iaccarino, Jack Sims, Nick Buykx, Steve Kennedy, Daniel Schibeci, Jesse Varsamakis, Keenan O'Shea and Liam McMahon. We hope you enjoy the…
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Episode 29 - KA & J
The final episode of 2021 is here and this little surprise gift features your hosts KA & J talking about the year that was, the highlights, lowlights and everything in-between, plus we talk the Round 1 men's fixtures and give our bold predictions for the new year. We hope you enjoy The Players Take.
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Episode 28 - Kel Rowe, Live with Lenny, Jack Tessari & Joel Russell
We have an action-packed episode of The Players Take today. KA & J catch-up with Kel Rowe from West Footscray, the little superstar from Newport Power, Lenny Greenham and two bros from Wyndhamvale in Jack Tessari and Joel Russell. We talk about the year that was, how lockdown life is going and we...
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Episode 27 - Dylan Callard, Harley Walshe, Aidan O'Rafferty & Brad Busuttil
In this episode, KA & J catch up with Spotswood stars Dylan Callard and Harley Walshe, plus we talk to Braybrook duo Aidan O'Rafferty and Brad Busuttil. We chat about what is keeping us busy in lockdown, the footy played in 2021 and we find out some interesting facts about our guests. Did you…
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Episode 26 - Dillon Viojo-Rainbow, Jordan Patty, Sam Butler & Jack Sims
As we approach the end of the home and away season, we have a big episode of The Players Take for you. KA & J sit down with Werribee Districts stars Dillon Viojo-Rainbow and Jordan Patty. Plus we speak to St Albans coach Sam Butler and skipper Jack Sims. It is one of our favourite episodes of the...
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Episode 25 - Keenan O'Shea & Mitch Bongiovanni
Need some lockdown listening. Look no further. KA & J chat with high school sweethearts Keenan O'Shea & Mitch Bongiovanni from Caroline Springs. We talk about the development of the club, their expectations for the remainder of the TIV Division 1 season, the young stars rising through the ranks,...
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Episode 24 - Altona
KA & J visit Altona training to catch-up with some Viking stars. We chat to the Etihad specialist himself, Sean Tighe, good friend of the show, Froffy, two rising stars of the competition, Jack Robinson and James Callaway, plus we catch-up with Josh Macdonald and Deacon Millward. The boys are...
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Episode 23 - Sam Kater & Aaron Smith
Sam and Aaron join KA & J for one of the all time funniest episodes of the Players Take (we aren't kidding). We chat about their time playing footy in London, how the Smith family are the Kardashian's of North Footscray, the story behind the nickname Sugar, plus we begin out petition to have...
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Episode 22 - Dean Formosa & Daniel Walsh
On the next episode of the Players Take, KA & J catch up with Dean Formosa and Daniel Walsh from Albanvale. We talk about their impressive start to the 2021 season, the rivalry between the Trench and the Winx Club. Plus we discuss Dean's big milestone that is approaching (500 games) and the all...
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Episode 21 - Paras Mackenzie & Sam Kloet
Need some lockdown listening.. listen to the latest episode of the Players Take. In this ep, KA & J chat to some of our favourite gals; Paras Mackenzie from Manor Lakes and Sam Kloet from Werribee Centrals. We talk life in lockdown, how they have seen the first half of the season, plus we have...
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Episode 20 - Wiz, Woody, Sparrow & Todd
In the next episode of the Players Take, KA & J catch-up with Nic Weir & Elliott Wood from Point Cook as well as Jarrod Vella & Todd Lawrie from the Wyndham Suns. The season is flying by, so we talked all things footy, from developing the next generation of stars at the Bulldogs to being...
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Episode 19 - Fuffy, AK & Abbey Brown
We have an action-packed episode of the Players Take. First-up Fluffy & AK from Parkside join KA & J. The chat is one of the funniest we have had. We cover everything from being premiership favourites to the time Fluff sat with the Kreuzer family (trust us it is a story you have to hear) and how…
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Episode 18 - Live with Lenny
Newport Power superstar Lenny Greenham aka Live with Lenny joins KA & J to talk all things footy in this very special edition of The Players Take. Lenny is one of the most passionate and exciting young juniors in the WRFL. The aspiring footballer and commentator talks about his love of the game,...
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Episode 17 - Heath Scotland & Jake Allan
Need a little Sunshine in your day, look no further. On the next episode of the Players Take with KA & J, we chat to Sunshine coach Heath Scotland and star player Jake Allan. We talk about Heath's coaching style and how the players embraced having him involved, how the year off re-invigorated…
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Episode 16 - Hoppers Crossing
In our first episode of Season 2 of the Players Take, KA & J head to Hoppers Crossing training to catch-up with a few of our old friends. We chat to the Kitchen brothers, talk star signs with Corey Muscat, learn about the time Jack Dorgan went head-to-head with Jake King, get a lesson in…
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Episode 15 - Michael Barlow
In the final episode of the Players Take for 2020, KA & J chat to Yarraville Seddon Eagles coach Michael Barlow. We talk about his love for the Werribee Football Club, the reason he said yes to coaching the Eagles, the resilience to stick with your goals and he reveals the AFL player he believes…
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Episode 14 - Eddie Ford, Cody Raak & Issy Pritchard
In the next episode of the Players Take, KA & J speak with three of the WRFL's most promising young players; Eddie Ford (what a name!), Cody Raak and Issy Pritchard. These players have some serious talent and have the potential to get drafted later this year. We speak to them about their careers…
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Episode 13 - Matt Smith & Josh Van Den Berg
Matt Smith and Josh Van Den Berg join KA & J on the next episode of the Players Take. Two of North Footscray's most elite kicks talks to us about winning a premiership and that time Vanders kicked four goals against Glen Orden. We talk about the 'rivalry' with West Footscray and how Matt was a...
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Episode 12 - Alex O'Shea & Jasmine Bongiovanni
Caroline Springs star duo Alex O'Shea and Jasmine Bongiovanni join KA & J on the next episode. We chat life in Stage 4 Lockdown, with Jasmine, a nurse, revealing she has Coronavirus. Plus we talk about the growth of the women's game in the WRFL, the heartbreak of losing the past two Grand Finals...
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Episode 11 - WRFL Radio Team
The next podcast is a little different. KA & J speak with the award winning WRFL Radio team. Peppe Cavalieri, Andrew Wilson, Cade Lucas & Nick Boylan join the show to talk all things WRFL footy. From not turning your microphone off when you are ordering food at the canteen, to the big on-field...
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Episode 10 - Ben McMahon, Judah Dundon & Chris Gilham
In the next episode of the Players Take with KA & J, we chat to two Werribee Districts stars, Ben 'Bricks' McMahon and Judah Dundon. We chat about club traditions, junior premierships, rival rat packs and we ask the boys about the last movie they cried in. The great Chris Gilham joins the show to...
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Episode 9 - Ismail Arakji & Munir El Houli
In the next episode of The Players Take, KA & J speak with two legends from Newport, Mozz and Izzy. We chat about fresh fades on game day, what's app groups, TV recommendations, the great Ziggy Kadour, chasing flags and we also get a little Spanish lesson. It is one of the best episodes of the...
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Episode 8 - Zach Thornton & Zac Gillard
In the next episode of the Players Take, KA & J talk to Zach Thornton and Zac Gillard from the Tarneit Football Club. We chat dinner party guests, stitch ups and Division 3 Reserves premierships. Two self proclaimed students of the game who share stories about their footy careers in the west.
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Episode 7 - Kelly Pickard & Mitch Turnbull
In the next episode of The Players Take, KA & J catch-up with two Altona legends, Kelly Pickard & Mitch Turnbull. We chat about their favourite footy memories, how life was like in lockdown, plus the star duo share some of the greatest sprays they have heard and received. It's another great...
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Episode 6 - Daniel Riosa & Ryan Kitchen
In the next episode we chat to Daniel Riosa (the Hoppers Crossing heavy-hitter) and Ryan Kitchen (that guy from The Voice). We talk about the possibility of returning to footy, their best footy trip stories, plus everything in between. It is 30-minutes of non-stop laughing. We hope you enjoy The...
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Episode 5 - Sara Truman & Stacy Szalay
Spotswood's Senior Women's Premiership captains Sara Truman and Stacy Szalay join KA & J on the next episode of The Players Take. We discuss what life has been like in isolation, reflect on their incredible 2019 season as well as how they juggle playing footy and being Mum's. It is a wonderful...
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Episode 4 - Armend Ahmedi & Stevie Walters-Kepada
Two WRFL funnymen, Armend Ahmedi and Stevie Walters-Kepada join KA and J in the latest episode of the Players Take. We chat about their love of the Sunshine Heights Football Club and their favourite footy moments from across their careers. Plus, we stitch them up with two great stories.
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Episode 3 - Andrejs Everitt, Alex Hamilton & Kane White
In the next episode of The Players Take we speak to Yarraville Seddon Eagles premiership hero Andrejs Everitt, Wyndhamvale favourite Alex Hamilton and catch-up with Kane White from TIV.
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Episode 2 - Andrew Panayi & Jack Purton-Smith
In the second episode of The Players Take, we chat to two Team of the Decade members in Andrew Panayi from Werribee Districts and Deer Park premiership captain Jack Purton-Smith.
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Episode 1 - Braden Ferrari, Tim Jenkins & Jayden Post
In the first episode of the Players Take, your hosts Kristen Alebakis and Jessie Chester chat to three members of the WRFL Team of the Decade - Braden Ferrari from Hoppers Crossing, Tim Jenkins from St Albans and Jayden Post from Altona. There is also a little appearance from Steve Kennedy. We…
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