🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series Hosted by: Brendan Delaney (DSS Coaching) Guest: Colm Crowley (Founder of Little Puckers & GAA Coach Developer) 🎧 Episode Title: Colm Crowley – Little Puckers, Youth Coaching & Building Grassroots GAA In this episode of The Locker Room Podcast, Brendan sits down with Colm Crowley, founder and owner of Little Puckers and an experienced Award 2 Hurling and Football Coach. Colm has worked with Cork, Dublin, and Sligo GAA as a Games Development ...
Aug 07, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 149
The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Shane Keegan (Head of Coaching & Games, Laois GAA) Episode Title: Shane Keegan – GAA Coaching, League of Ireland, & Youth Player Development In this episode of The Locker Room Podcast, Ciaran sits down with Shane Keegan, one of the most versatile and experienced coaches in Irish sport. With a UEFA Pro Licence and managerial stints across the League of Ireland—plus current roles in both Gaelic Football...
Jul 02, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 148
Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ronan Sheehan (Manager, Down Senior Hurling Team) In this compelling episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Ciaran is joined by Ronan Sheehan, the influential manager of the Down Senior Hurling Team. Since taking over in 2019, Ronan has guided Down's promotion from the Christy Ring Cup, maintained their Joe McDonagh Cup status, and, most recently, earned promotion to Division 1B of the National League in 2025. A hands-on coach who rema...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 147
Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Dr Donal Hughes (Goalkeeping Coach, Academic & Innovator) In this engaging episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series , Ciaran sits down with Dr Donal Hughes, one of the most forward-thinking voices in Gaelic football goalkeeping. With a coaching approach shaped by experience, innovation, and a passion for the position, Donal has carved a unique path that blends multi-sport insight and on-the-ground goalkeeping practice. You can reach o...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 146
Hosted by: Barry Mullane & Brendan Delaney (DSS Coaching) Guest: Dr John Murphy (Lecturer in Coaching & Sport Science, SETU Waterford) In this insightful episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Barry and Brendan are joined by Dr John Murphy, a respected coach, sport scientist, and academic currently based at South East Technological University (SETU) Waterford. Known for his evidence-informed approach, John brings a unique blend of practical and academic experience to the c...
May 13, 2025•54 min•Ep. 145
Hosted by Ross Bennett – The Locker Room Podcast (Performance Series) This episode features Dr. Luke Woodhouse, PhD in Sport & Exercise Science, with experience across elite teams like the Saudi Olympic team, Wasps RFC, Leicester Tigers, England Cricket and more 🏉🏏⚽ They dive into some top insights: •🧠 Luke’s journey across elite sports organisations •🚨 Dealing with redundancy & preparing for career shifts •🏏 Early days of S&C in professional cricket •🔁 Transitioning between sp...
Apr 23, 2025•56 min•Ep. 144
With Ciaran Deely, Alan Mullen, & Brendan Delaney. This is part of the Coaching Series of The Locker Room Podcast The DSS Coaching crew analyse and discuss each of the 7 new rule enhancements for men's Gaelic football. They put forward which specific ones they believe are: - good for the game - need changing - and do not make sense Also, they discuss the implications for youth games and club matches, and why the referees are on a hiding to nothing! Finally, Ciaran tells of his 'go & boun...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 143
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest, alongside Cathal McErlean (Fantasy Hurling). Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - NHL Preview - Fantasy Hurling - Na Fianna - Kings of Ireland! Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 Youtube buff.ly/36sGDJ2 ----------------------- The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the peo...
Jan 24, 2025•52 min•Ep. 142
This is part of the DSS Club Series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by DSS coach Steven Poacher with Mark Doran as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - Cuala's Power Plays - King Con - Brave-Harte Performance - Club's long term vision - Calendar Concerns Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 Youtube buff.ly/36sGDJ2 ----------------------- The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching...
Jan 22, 2025•28 min•Ep. 141
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by DSS coach Steven Poacher with Mark Doran as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - All Ireland Club semi-final football review - Errigal's high press - The Canavan Brothers - Can CON be stopped? - Cuala's Physical Conditioning - Knock Out Football the way forward! Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 Youtube buff.ly/36sGDJ2 -----------------...
Jan 15, 2025•32 min•Ep. 140
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - Sars win & Slaughtneil regrets - Na Fianna win the battle - Who will win in Croker? - A full house for Cork - New hurling director Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 Youtube buff.ly/36sGDJ2 ----------------------- The Locker Room Podcast ...
Dec 17, 2024•40 min•Ep. 139
This is part of the GAA Club Series of the Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Leitrim Senior football Manager, Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching, with special guest Mark Doran (Roscommon Senior Football team coach). The discussion covers a range of topics including: - All-Ireland Club Football Championship - The Final 4 - Fascinating tactical battle in Ulster. - Cuala's power plays in big games - Crokes' tradition at this level in recent years - Strandhill's fairytale season. - Tribute to Jody Gormle...
Dec 11, 2024•28 min•Ep. 138
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - Na Fianna experience v Kilcormac youth - Brilliant Sarsfields - the best club side in Cork - Immokilly - Is it fair? - Heartbreak for Portaferry - The Harty Cup Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 Youtube buff.ly/36sGDJ2 ----------------------...
Dec 03, 2024•52 min•Ep. 137
St Joseph's Coach Education Day Preview Steven Poacher is joined by James Horan, Damien McErlain, and Kieran McGeary to preview the upcoming Coach Education Day at St Joseph's High School in Newry this Saturday, November 30th, from 10 am - 12:30 pm. 📌 Topics Include: ⚽ The changing dynamics of coaching the underage player 🔄 How coaching has changed 🌧️ Learning from the bad days 🤝 Impact of good and bad coaches 📚 Hunger & appetite for coach education in Ulster --------------------- Links...
Nov 26, 2024•32 min•Ep. 136
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Barry Mullane with DSS coach Brendan Delaney as special guest. This discussion included a range of topics: - Cushendall v Slaughtneil epic - Can anyone stop Ballygunner - Sars v Feakle - A brilliant Leinster club championship - Can Portaferry win Ulster? - 2024 All Stars Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 Youtube buff.ly/36sGDJ2 ----------------------- The Locker Room Podcas...
Nov 19, 2024•50 min•Ep. 135
This is part of the GAA Club Series of the Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching, with special guest Mark Doran (Roscommon Senior Football team coach). The discussion covers a range of topics including: 🏋️♂️ Cuala's impressive physical conditioning 🌬️ Connacht is wide open & fascinating 🔄 Laverty rolling back the years 💪 Pearse's power plays 🧤 Stay-at-home goalkeepers 🛠️ Do we need the overhaul of rules at all? Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU...
Nov 12, 2024•33 min•Ep. 134
This is part of the GAA Club Series of the Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching, with special guest Mark Doran (Roscommon Senior Football team coach). The discussion covers a range of topics including: • Jody Gormleys bravery 🙏 • Errigal Ciarans tactical switch. ↔️ • Ardee's 3rd quarter surge 🌊 • Wide Open All Ireland Club. 🏐 • GAA is alive in Spain! Barcelona Gaels historic win. 🇪🇸 Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit...
Nov 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 133
Luke Passman is currently Head of Performance Services at Chelsea FC Academy. Luke has also been involved with New York Mets, Soto Tennis Academy and TASS. This is part of the DSS Performance Series of The Locker Room Podcast, where we interview some of the best known performance staff from around the world, working in sport. Hosted by Ross Bennett from DSS Coaching, the discussion covers a range of topics, including: ● His journey and adaptation to different sports / cultures ● Principles aroun...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 132
Hosted by Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room GAA Inter-County Series where we discuss the big GAA games, the county players & coaches that make our games so interesting to follow, tactical coaching trends, and newsworthy items such as rule changes, competition structures, and the future of the GAA. This episode's special guests were all involved in the FRC rule enhancement exhibition games last weekend in Croke Park: • Ronan O Neill - Fermanagh & Ulster C...
Oct 24, 2024•41 min•Ep. 131
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features Game Sense Coaching co-founder, Stephen Lavin. The discussion covers a range of topics, including: ●The Paul Kinnerk Effect ●Covid's creation of Game Sense Coaching ● Creating a Coaching Pathway ● The competitive streak in all us ● What is Game-Based-Coaching ----------...
Oct 22, 2024•40 min•Ep. 130
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features well-known goalie coach Liam Swift. The discussion covers a range of topics, including: - The life of a Goalkeeping Coach - Where and how to to start out as a GK coach - Advice on GK-specific session planning - Love for the goalies - Is there a possibility for GAA Goalk...
Oct 15, 2024•37 min•Ep. 129
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features Meath Senior Hurling Manager Johnny Greville. Among other things, they discuss: - Chasing the coaching dream - The Player-Centred Coaching Approach - The Greville Legacy - Creating a high performance environment with Westmeath Camogie -----------------------------------...
Oct 08, 2024•43 min•Ep. 128
Ross Bennett is Head of Integrated Performance @ QPR FC. This is part of the DSS Performance Series of The Locker Room Podcast, where we interview some of the best known coaches from Gaelic Games and other sports, from both Ireland and around the world. Hosted by Mark Deely from DSS Coaching, the discussion covers a range of topics, including: - Clear differentiation of roles in an underage structure - Establish a club identity or philosophy across all levels - Ensure coaching and management are...
Oct 01, 2024•32 min•Ep. 127
Stephen Maxwell is the Coach Education Manager for Cricket Ireland and the founder of No Other Game Around Performance Consultants. He also works as a Coach Developer. Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching, the discussion covers a range of topics, including: - Key learning outcomes across various sporting associations - The player-centered coaching approach - Transferable skills and actionable strategies - Building meaningful relationships - Broadening perspectives through global sports experi...
Sep 24, 2024•38 min•Ep. 126
Shane Rice is a well known GAA Coach, S&C Coach, and Founder of the Gaelic Athletic Academy & Shane Rice TV. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. Amongst many other things, they discuss: •The Scotstown Experience •Developing skills in Canada while collaborating with top athletes from various sports •LGFA vs GAA: A Compa...
Sep 17, 2024•36 min•Ep. 125
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features Kerry LGFA All-Ireland winning manager Declan Quill where he talks about: - The Kingdom's 31 year wait - Transitioning from player to coach - Paidi O'Se & Jack O'Connor's influence - Dealing with the hurt and coming back again! - Joint Management workload ----------...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 124
Your host Barry Mullane is joined by DSS Hurling Coach Brendan Delaney and Briege Corkery to dissect the thrilling weekend of Camogie Finals at Croke Park. They Discuss⬇ -Cork's bench impact -Aisling Thompson's influence on Cork -Laura Tracey leading from the front -Cork goal controversy -Excellent refereeing -Tipp and Cork win the Junior and Intermediate ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our podcast here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bi...
Aug 13, 2024•46 min•Ep. 123
Hosted by Alan Mullen with guests Stephen Duff (Laois Senior Manager) & Darren Greenan (Monaghan Senior Manager) The lads discuss the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Ladies finals at Croke Park. - Lethal Eimear Smyth - Leitrim the Underdogs - Kerry's Brilliance - HEC ladies college's crossover ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our podcast here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 YouTube http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2 The Locker Room...
Aug 06, 2024•57 min•Ep. 122
Hosted by Steven Poacher with guests Daniel St Ledger & Ryan Jones🏐 The lads discuss Armagh's well deserved victory over Galway in the All-Ireland final. - Armagh's consistency - Importance of belief - Togetherness & Spirit in a group - Tactical trends - Standout players this year ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our podcast here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 YouTube http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2 The Locker Room Podcast...
Jul 29, 2024•50 min•Ep. 121
Hosted by Barry Mullane and with special guest, new DSS hurling coach, Brendan Delaney. They discuss: - An epic but hard-fought win for Clare - Big players turning up - Cork's aggression / lack of cynicism - The 3rd quarter - Modern skilful hurlers - are the best ever - Clare's bench and aerial ability - Players of the year ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our podcast here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 YouTube http://buff...
Jul 24, 2024•46 min•Ep. 120
