Border Talks Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Thurgoona coach Brett Doswell on the route to the 2019 premiership, the challenge of retaining players post-coronavirus and what it could all mean for his career.
Inside the mind of Crezza. We discuss the Bloods culture at Sydney, why he took the Wodonga Raiders job and how the rich history at Wangaratta Rovers lit that fire inside one more time. Plus, the man tipped to succeed him as Hawks coach.
Stories from Wodonga, Corowa-Rutherglen and the Billabong Crows. Beck gives her verdict on whether this season should go ahead. Plus, what's happening with her Inspire Netball Academy.
Memories of THAT winning goal for Richmond, shining in Adelaide and winning Wodonga's last premiership plus coaching a club in financial strife and how COVID-19 could impact community footy long-term.
We look back at Tallangatta's fairytale premiership win and forward to Wodonga's prospects this season and beyond as Zac Fulford walks us through his coaching journey.
Is it right to play Ovens & Murray netball this year? Corowa Rutherglen coach Georgie Bruce looks at the pros and cons. Plus, how she turned the Roos into premiership contenders and why links with other local clubs are crucial for junior players and the community in general.
Listen as Jack Craig recaps a memorable season which brought him a premiership with Wodonga and the title of CAW Cricketer of the Year. We take a trip down memory lane and discuss how much he's developed - plus what the future might hold for this talented all-rounder.
Inside the mind of Jake Sharp as the Myrtleford coach talks recruitment, communication, wellbeing and what he thinks of the Saints being made premiership favourites this year. We look back at Jake's time in the VFL with Werribee and discuss when and how the Ovens & Murray season could finally get started.
He won the Northern Football League as a teenager, lost all his money in a Mexican casino, took out the Morris Medal at Wodonga and polled a record 36 votes to win the Azzi Medal last year. Listen to Matt Seiter's story in his own words and find out what he thinks is the best way forward for country footy when we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Former netballer Ellie Pashley describes her journey from the courts of Albury to the global elite of long-distance running. We talk about the fear of the marathon, training tips, Eliud Kipchoge and the prospect of competing at the Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Straight talking from Sarah Senini as we discuss player payments and the need for more honesty in netball. Listen to the story of her Lavington career and why it's daunting being the new girl at rivals Yarrawonga.
Craig Carley discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the NPL season. We revisit his early career in London and being part of the inaugural AFC Wimbledon squad. Listen to the story of GV Suns' progress since the club was formed and how Carley is finding the transition from player to manager.
How do you recover after losing a grand final? Luke Morgan discusses the challenge facing him at Wangaratta and we also discuss the importance of player wellbeing during the isolation brought about by Coronavirus.
David Johnston's book is out now and he gives us the inside track on some of the key figures and events which shaped Myrtleford's solitary O & M premiership - and how the club has been shaped in the 50 years since.
We discuss how Supercars will handle coronavirus and, beyond that, the demise of Holden. There are Bathurst memories - good and bad - and insight into what really makes Erebus tick ahead of their forthcoming docuseries. Plus, Dave explains how hypnosis helped him deal with the worst day of his life.
He grew up watching the European Tour and now Zach Murray is part of it. We discuss his rapid rise since turning pro and how he's tackling the anxiety and homesickness which still makes life on the road a real challenge.
League chairman David Sinclair previews the new Ovens & Murray season. We discuss interleague, women's football, the grand final venue, salary caps and much more.
The back-to-back Toni Wilson medalist reflects on the highs and lows of grand final day, ponders the question of whether she'll play in Melbourne one day and sings the praises of her beloved Corowa-Rutherglen ahead of the new season.
We look back at the career of an Albury United and AWFA legend and discuss some of the big questions surrounding junior soccer.
Wangaratta's double-winning coach shares memories of playing against Kaka and Adriano, tasting A-League glory with Melbourne Victory - and what Steve McMahon was really like. Plus, his view on the debate surrounding the Devils' recruiting strategy and the way forward for AWFA.
How does the NRL compare to Super League? What does a heart attack feel like? And why would you turn down the chance to play for Melbourne Storm? All these questions, and more, answered as Adrian Purtell talks about his transition into life after professional sport.
Great insight from one of the region's best players of the last decade. Tales of Paul Spargo's leadership, the culture created by Albury Tigers and why now is the right time for a new chapter at Osborne.
On the eve of the new Supercars season, we talk about the challenges of being the last true privateers in the Super2 paddock and what it's really like running a team with your family.
The Ovens & Murray legend reflects on his two years in charge of Jindera, gives his take on the infamous 'Bloodbath' grand final of 1990 and reveals what it was like working alongside Brendan Fevola.
Penda talks us through his recovery from a horror leg break, reveals how close he came to joining Hawthorn and lifts the lid on life in the CFA during one of the worst bushfire seasons Australia has ever seen.
He's played at the MCG and SCG but also struggled with a gambling addiction and had a brain tumour removed - so Trent Ball's story is definitely worth hearing.
Overseas star Sahib Malhotra assesses Tallangatta's premiership hopes, describes how he captained his Canadian club side to glory and insists he hasn't given up on the dream of playing for India.
We look back over 25 years playing in CAW, mind games with a Pakistan international and dealing with the loss of a St Pat's team-mate to cancer.
Wodonga's very own Mr Cricket re-lives his favourite season and discusses the importance of understanding mental health in sport.
Bos discusses the challenge facing him as the new coach of Culcairn and we look back at some of his successes on and off the field.
Adam Burchell explains how the sudden death of his father earlier this year inspired his greatest season at Wangaratta City.
We take a trip down memory lane to one of Lavington's greatest days and discuss the state of play at Hume League runners-up Brock-Burrum.
The tragic story of Jason Richards and how an expanding BJR are set for 2020 plus how much does Brad miss racing?
The Little Master talks all things Yarrawonga including Fev and the Albury rivalry plus his time at Richmond and how he got Rennie winning again.
North Albury legend Paula Cary looks back on a glittering playing career and discusses the changes to Ovens & Murray netball since its inception in 1993.
Albury's Jordan Boys looks back on his breakthrough season in the Super2 Series and discusses his Supercars dream for 2020 and beyond.
Kiewa-Sandy Creek coach Adam Mudra discusses life in the Tallangatta & District League and looks back on four memorable years with the Murray Bushrangers.
Champion boxer George Webb-Rose describes how the sport has changed his life for the better after he was expelled from school for seriously injuring another student.
Sam Carpenter talks about losing his left hand as a child, reaching the VFL, the challenge of coaching and what's driving him on to keep playing O&M footy well into his thirties.
Simon Curtis opens up on the story behind Lavington's first premiership in 14 years, dealing with bereavement mid-season and the battle to clear his name just days before the Grand Final.
Pilot episode. Player/coach Kellie Keen tells us how she led Wangaratta Magpies to back-to-back Ovens & Murray netball premierships - the 10th and 11th titles of an extraordinary playing career spanning three decades.