In the Play of the Day , Producer, Rosheika Grant returns for The Producer’s Corner to discuss “The State of Football: Club, Regional and International” . Guest: Machel Turner, Sport Administrator Football Analyst and Sport Coordinator at the University of Technology, Jamaica In this episode, Machel, Dalton and Rosheika discuss “The State of Football: Club, Regional and International”. They share their views on the recently concluded seasons of top football leagues across the world and the inter...
Jun 16, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 16
In this episode, Physiotherapist and Clinical Director at Physiotherapy & Optimal PerformanceServices (POPS) Marita Marshall, discusses Covid-19- Physical Therapy and Return to Sport in the Caribbean. The Barbadian shares her thoughts on the role of physiotherapy in athlete development as we look to the safe return of sport in the region. Marita has served as Physiotherapist for Cricket West Indies women’s team and gives advice to athletes, coaches and officials on ways to ensure they can tr...
May 10, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 15
In this episode, Olympic Discus throwers Fedrick Dares and Traves Smikle discuss their career as professional athletes . The Jamaicans share their plans for the 2021 season and how they overcome struggles to be at the top of the event. Traves and Fedrick talk about their brotherly bond outside of the ring but their fierce competition over the years. They also speak about: The role of coach Julian Robinson on their lives Overcoming injuries over the years The impact of the annual High School Boys...
May 03, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 3Ep. 14
In the “Play of the Day”, Dalton speaks with Sports Producer and Commentator, Donald Oliver. In this episode, Donald discusses sport journalism and commentary in a changing world. He shares his inspiration for his documentary, “Alia: Darling of the Pool”, the production of the project and his aspiration to produce more documentaries locally. Donald also speaks about: How he got started in sport journalism The importance of sport commentary to broadcasting Challenges of modern sports journalism a...
Apr 20, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 13
In the “Play of the Day”, Dalton speaks with World Championship and PanAmerican Triple Jump silver medallist Shanieka Ricketts. In this episode, Shanieka discusses the phases of her career . She explained why she chose to specialise in the triple jump instead of the long jump and the level of discipline that it takes to master her event. Shanieka also speaks about: Her decision to attend the Vere Technical High School despite being from St Thomas Her student-athlete experience abroad and the mot...
Mar 30, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 12
In this episode, Rosheika is joined by Jamaican distance flag-bearer Aisha Praught-Leer OLY, Media and Communication Specialist Marsha Boyce, Sports Journalist, Karen Madden and Logistics Manager, Dr Carol Long to discuss Issues and Opportunities for Women in Sport in the Caribbean. They share the challenges that female athletes face from adolescence to professional athletes including wage disparity, visibility and sport administration. They also speak about: The cultural shift that is necessary...
Mar 22, 2021•56 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In our International Women's Day Feature, FIFA Assistant Referee, Stephanie-Dale Yee Sing discusses her journey. She described her experience as an assistant referee at the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup in France. She shares how she got started in refereeing and her decision to choose to become a professional referee over her football career. Stephanie also speaks about: Some challenges she has faced over the years in her career How she has overcame the obstacles that come with being an assistant ...
Mar 08, 2021•49 min•Season 3Ep. 10
In this episode, Cricket West Indies player and Jamaica Scorpion captain Rovman Powell discusses his recent his cricketing journey including some of his personal highs and lows. He also shares how the pandemic has impacted sports in the region including the teams he has played with since 2020. He speaks about the performance of the Jamaica Scorpions in the 2021 Super50 Cup. Rovman also speaks about: His personal contribution to the Jamaica Scorpions so far in the 2021 Super50 Cup The role that h...
Feb 22, 2021•36 min•Season 3Ep. 9
In the “Play of the Day”, Dalton speaks with president of the PanAm Sports Athlete Commission and Olympian Aliann Pompey. In this episode, Aliann discusses Athletes Rights and Voice in Sports. She explained why she started Aliann Pompey Invitational and the event's progress over the years. She shares how she adjusted to performing at the professional level and her experience at her first appearance at a Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia. Aliann also speaks about: Women being represented in sp...
Feb 15, 2021•50 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Producer, Rosheika Grant returns for The Producer’s Corner to discuss “How lack of competition is affecting sport in the Caribbean”. In this episode, Dalton and Rosheika discuss How lack of competition is affecting sport in the Caribbean. They share their views on the various issues and challenges in the lack of competition across all sport locally and regionally. The duo also speaks about: Impact of state-enforced curfews and health protocols on the ability to train due to inadequate facilities...
Feb 08, 2021•39 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In this episode, Regional Development Manager - Caribbean and Americas, Commonwealth Games Federation, Ryan O. Brathwaite discusses Sport for Development in the Caribbean: The Way Forward. He speaks about the benefits of sport in society in relation to health and wellness, education and development overall. He shares how sport being used as a development tool can reduce Noncommunicable diseases. Ryan also speaks about: He shares the challenges to sport being viewed as a developmental tool in the...
Feb 01, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In this episode, our guest, Sport Commentator, Donald Smith joins host Dalton Myers and producer, Rosheika Grant to discuss “The Year in Review of Sports in 2020”. In this episode, Machel, Dalton and Rosheika discuss their top moments in sports in 2020, the disappointments of the year regionally and internationally and also their expectations and hopes for 2021 in the sporting arena. They discuss the cancellation and postponements of major sporting events in Jamaica as well as regional and globa...
Jan 11, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 5
In this episode, Olympian Alia Atkinson discusses her historical journey in swimming . She speaks about her early interest in sport and her decision to focusing on swimming. She discusses the impact of the pandemic on her mentally and her initial goals for the year. She also shares how her philanthropic efforts which are closely tied to swimming. Alia also speaks about: How differently she approaches swimming comparing when she started versus now What it was like competing in the International S...
Dec 22, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, the return of the Producer’s Corner sees Host, Dalton Myers and Producer, Rosheika Grant joined by Football Analyst, Machel Turner to discuss The State of Local and International Football . They share their views on the development of Jamaica’s young footballers as sport administrators deal with the pandemic and the postponement of football locally. They also discuss the route to sustainability for local football clubs and the importance of developing structured youth teams to s...
Dec 15, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this episode, Executive Director of the Caribbean Regional Anti-Doping Organization (RADO), Dr Sasha Sutherland discusses The Fight Against Doping in Sports. She shares her views on the growth of Caribbean Regional Anti-Doping Organization since its establishment 15 years ago in terms of capacity building and its partnerships with Caribbean countries in the implementation of drug control programmes. She also addresses the challenges that the organisation has faced such as travelling across me...
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 2
As we start a new season of The Drive Podcast, we have exciting new segments including “On the Sideline”, “Play of the Day” and “Podcast Pick”. In “On the sideline”, Dalton will be addressing topical issues in the sporting industry. In the “Play of the Day” he speaks with Olympian Yohan Blake. In this episode, our guest, Yohan Blake discusses Blake: The Past, Present and the Future . He speaks about the new club new club, TITANS International, that he is currently training with. He shares that T...
Nov 16, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Creating a Safe Space: Safeguarding our Children in Sports Webinar In this episode, The Drive Phase Media’s Webinar under the theme, “Creating a Safe Space: Safeguarding our Children in Sports” is presented. The webinar was designed to discuss ways stakeholders can contribute to child protection and safeguarding of youth in sports. It aimed to formulate solutions designed to encourage everyone to do their part to keep sport safe. The webinar’s objective is also to assist sport-based initiatives ...
Oct 05, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In this episode, Commonwealth Games Federation CEO, David Grevemberg discusses Leadership, Culture and Sport - Changing the Game . He shares his view on the need for diversity/inclusion given the geographical and historical structure of the Commonwealth Games Federation and importance of sports in strengthening the entire Commonwealth. David also speaks about: How the CGF is striving to remain relevant as more competitions emerge in track and field world How the CGF plans to adapt to the chang...
Sep 14, 2020•43 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Guest: Elaine Thompson Herah Double Olympic Champion In this episode, Elaine discusses Sprinting Into History . She speaks about her achievement in the 100m and 200m at the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio and her mental readiness as she prepared for the Olympic Games after dealing with an injury. Elaine also speaks about: Her interest in track and field from a young age and her early life in Banana Ground, Manchester and how it impacted her life Her participation in the Boys and Girls Champions...
Aug 31, 2020•42 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Guest: Warren Weir Olympic Bronze Medallist In this episode, Warren discusses Weirz World: Athlete and entrepreneur . He speaks about his bronze medal placement in Jamaica’s historic 1-2-3 sweep in the 2012 Summer Games 200m final. He shares about his lessons learnt in his first professional season in 2011 and how it impacted his approach to the 2012 season. Warren also speaks about: How his life changed after being a part of the historic 200m 1-2-3 sweep. His silver medal in the 2013 World Cham...
Aug 17, 2020•47 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Guest: Don Anderson Sports Administrator In this episode, Don Anderson discusses the management side of the Olympic Games . He shares his favourite Olympic Games and the type of planning that goes into managing a country’s team going to the Olympic Games. He also spoke about the role of the Chef de Mission and part of Jamaica management team, for five Olympic Games. Don also speaks about: His first time as a part of Jamaican’s management team for the 1988 Summer Olympic Games in Seoul, South Kor...
Aug 10, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Guest: Toni-Ann Williams Olympian Gymnast In this episode, Toni-Ann discusses her historical journey . The Olympians shares her emotions when she learnt she had qualified to represent Jamaica at the Rio 2016 Summer Games. She also speaks about family’s support in her athletic journey especially her mom’s level of involvement in her achievements. Toni-Ann also discusses: Her decision at age 15 to compete for Jamaica even though she was not born in Jamaica. Wanting to use her success and Olympic q...
Aug 03, 2020•39 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Guest: Ricardo Makyn Chief Photo Editor at The Jamaica Gleaner In this episode, Ricardo Makyn discusses Olympic moments through his lens. He speaks about how he developed his interest in photography after working a summer job at a photo studio and studying and being trained in photography via mail when he started in the late 1990s. Ricardo shares: How his career starting at the Sunday Herald helped to develop his storytelling skills as a photographer. The type of preparation that goes into cover...
Jul 20, 2020•33 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Guest: Lance Whittaker Sports Broadcaster and Commentator In this episode, Lance discusses his decades of experience in sports broadcasting . He speaks about landing his dream job as a sports journalist and the various changes in sports broadcasting since he started his career in 1984. He also shares his highest and lowest moments covering Caribbean in the several Olympic Games. Lance also discussed: His respect for fellow commentator Hubert Lawrence and what it is like working with him over the...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this Episode of the Drive Phase Podcast , do another version of our newest feature “Producer’s Corner”. Our show Producer Rosheika Grant joints host Dalton to discuss some local, regional and international sporting issues. Rosheika is an avid sport fan and has worked in media and communications ever since she graduated University. She has also been the producer for this podcast since inception. They discuss, amongst other things: Return of International Football West Indies Cricket Team tour ...
Jun 22, 2020•46 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode, Marketing & Communications Specialist Carole Beckford discusses her storied experience within the sporting industry. Carole, who served as Publicist for Usain Bolt, discusses her start in Sports Journalism as well as tips for persons wanting to get into the sporting Industry. She also speaks about her time as an educator in Jamaica and Bahamas. Carole also spoke about: The importance of building a network as you seek to establish yourself in the sporting industry and the val...
Jun 15, 2020•44 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this episode, Hubert discusses historical moments in sports and future of Track and Field. He shares how he got started as a journalist and also as a commentator in the 1980s. He also speaks about his passion for track and field and his views on his role as an analyst and commentator in bringing sports to life for listeners and viewers. Hubert shares his views on the future of Jamaican track and field. He highlights several young Jamaican track field male and female sprinters such as Dejour R...
Jun 01, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this Episode of the Drive Phase Podcast , we have we start a new feature called the “Producer's Corner” . Our show's Producer, Rosheika Grant joins host Dalton to discuss some local, regional and international sport talking points. Rosheika is an avid sport fan and has worked in media and communications ever since she graduated University. She has also been the producer for this podcast since inception. They discuss: Local and International Football postponements Cricket- The Chris Gayle publ...
May 18, 2020•42 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In our new episode, Dalton speaks with the Olympian Yona Knight-Wisdom about his journey as an international diver . Yona spoke about the success of competing at the 2016 Rio Olympic followed by the disappointment of not medalling in the 2018 Commonwealth Games and the changes he made to his coaching team and training sites following the Games. He spoke candidly about some of his best moments as well as one of the lowest moments of his career- FINA Diving World Cup 2014 Shanghai. There are also ...
Apr 27, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode, David and Julian discuss the impact of the shutdown and postponement of track and field events because of the COVID-19 pandemic. They speak about: The postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics The impact of the shutdown of training facilities on athletes’ fitness and preparation for competing The financial impact of the shutdown and postponement of track and field events The disparity in resources available to athletes in other countries and Jamaicans They also spoke about ...
Apr 20, 2020•49 min•Season 2Ep. 5
