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The Mike Quirke Podcast

Mike Quirke
Coaching
Youth Development
Skill Acquisition
Sports Participation
AFL
Youth Sports
High Performance
Multi-Sport Participation
High-Performance Coaching
Socio-Cultural Context
Kerry GAA
Physical Education
Mental Health
GAA
Sports Coaching Practices
Coach Education
Positive Culture
Ladies Football
Coaching Development
Childhood Obesity

Insightful conversations about all things coaching, leading and developing a positive culture from the world of sport.

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This is a quick hitter of an episode; a short discussion on whether or not every child should receive equal playing time in youth sports - weighing development and retention against competition and winning.

This episode invites listeners - coaches, ... more

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I have a conversation with Danny O'Sullivan from Tralee, County Kerry. Danny shares the profoundly emotional experience of losing his wife, Alison, at just 37 years of age to a sudden and aggressive form of ca... more

In this insightful episode, we delve into the world of sports coaching with Nick Walsh, a former Gaelic football player turned AFL high-performance expert. We explore the unique challenges athletes face when transitioning from Gaelic games to Austral... more

Listen in to this insightful episode as we delve deep into the world of coaching with Dr. Ed Coughlan, an expert in skill acquisition. Discover how to create the optimal environment for players to develop their skills effectively, beyond the traditio... more

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Danny O'Sullivan
A local community member from Tralee running a fundraising event in memory of his wife.
Episode: Cycling for a Cause: Danny O'Sullivan - Turning Grief into Generosity
Nick Walsh
Head of Performance at St Kilda Football Club and experienced coach in Australian Rules Football and GAA.
Teamworks
Episode: Exploring the Challenges of High Performance with AFL's Nick Walsh
Dr. Ed Coughlan
Expert in skill acquisition and coaching in sports
Episode: Skill Development Unlocked: A Conversation with Dr. Ed Coughlan
Dr. Ciara Losty
Lecturer in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology and chartered sports psychologist.
SETU (formerly Waterford Institute of Technology)
Episode: Unlocking Youth Sports Success: Insights from sports psychologist Dr. Ciara Losty
Des Ryan
Experienced coach with a background in youth development, sports science, and director roles in various sports organizations.
University of Galway
Episode: Building Champions: Youth Development, Coaching, and Collaboration with Des Ryan
Tommy Walsh
Former GAA player and AFL footballer, successful in both codes
Episode: Searching for balance between the AFL and the GAA - former Kerry & Sydney Swans footballer Tommy Walsh
Jason McGahan
High-Performance Manager with Kerry GAA
Kerry GAA
Episode: Unlocking the Secrets of High-Performance Coaching: A Deep Dive with Jason McGahan
Declan Quill
Former joint manager of the Kerry Ladies football team, focused on raising standards and developing the team.
Kerry Ladies Football
Episode: Declan Quill - Raising standards and driving success with Kerry ladies football
Wayne Goldsmith
A highly respected Australian coach and coach developer known for his innovative approach to coaching and athlete development.
Episode: Unleashing the power of coaching and the role of the sports parent with Wayne Goldsmith

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Mike Quirke
Host of insightful conversations about coaching and developing positive cultures within sports.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Super Insightful

    Loved this podcast from start to finish. Super guests and especially loved Ray and Patrick’s chats! Massive thinking points to take back into my own coaching career and there is definitely something for everyone in this podcast, no matter where you are on the journey of sports coaches and players alike

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redgie_Rarry
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Very interesting

    Great guests so far Mike. Interesting insight to different sports and coaching styles

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chesty63
    Ireland5 years ago

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Exploring the Challenges of High Performance with AFL's Nick Walsh
Q: What is high performance for you?
High performance involves building strong relationships with players, facilitating effective programs, and ensuring players remain on the pitch.
Building Champions: Youth Development, Coaching, and Collaboration with Des Ryan
Q: How have you seen the coach education pathway improve in Ireland?
There's a focus on developing a clear structured approach to coaching and a better integration between technical and tactical advice.
Building Champions: Youth Development, Coaching, and Collaboration with Des Ryan
Q: What is your overarching philosophy in terms of youth development?
I put emphasis on behavior, having a clear vision, and a structured approach to physically developing players.
Searching for balance between the AFL and the GAA - former Kerry & Sydney Swans footballer Tommy Walsh
Q: How do we find that balance between supporting these young GAA players who make a decision to go and explore this lifestyle?
We need to try and make it more tempting for them to stay by looking after them from an early age, giving them benefits whether or not they play professionally.
Declan Quill - Raising standards and driving success with Kerry ladies football
Q: What do you do actively to try and learn or to try and improve as a coach or as a manager?
Declan discusses the importance of feedback from players and being open to criticism as critical components in his ongoing development as a coach, along with actively pursuing further education in coaching.

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1. Danny O'Sullivan
2. Nick Walsh
3. Dr. Ed Coughlan
4. Dr. Ciara Losty
5. Des Ryan
6. Tommy Walsh
7. Jason McGahan
8. Declan Quill

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