Two Coaches & a Coffee

Mar 20 2025 69 ep. 27 mins 2

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With nearly 60 years of professional experience between them across the world in Premier League, International Rugby, AFL and consulting in a plethora of other sports and industries; two old bulls of the performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation world: Darren Burgess and Jason Weber catch up over a brew and discuss all things Sports Performance.

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Season 3, Epiosde 7

Mar 20 2025 25 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! Ever wondered what really happens when professional athletes face extreme heat during competition? Or how a simple change in playing surface can derail weeks of careful preparation? This candid conversation between two high-performance coaches pulls back the curtain on the realities of managing elite athletes during t

Season 3, Episode 6

Mar 06 2025 20 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! The coaches discuss managing ambitious staff in high-performance environments and the challenge of balancing career progression with proper skill development. They explore approaches for developing both expertise and the ability to effectively manage multidisciplinary teams. • Young coaches often want to advance qui

Speeding Past Injury: Rethinking Hamstring Rehab

Feb 27 2025 15 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! We delve into the complexities of hamstring injuries and explore an alternative narrative behind recurrence in athletes. Through an analysis of an AFL re-injury hypothetical, we examine current training philosophies and propose a re-evaluation of how athletes prepare for return to play. • Examining AFL hamstring inj

Season 3, Epsiode 4

Feb 19 2025 19 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! A thought-provoking discussion unfolds around the critical relationship between sports science and coaching, addressing the fine line between data interpretation and practical application in conditioning athletes. We explore the disconnect between coaches and performance scientists, their communication hurdles, and th

Season 3, Epsiode 3

Feb 15 2025 28 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! The episode delves into the intertwining themes of culture, performance, and leadership within the context of the Indigenous All-Stars game. It explores the challenges athletes face regarding performance metrics, cultural significance, and job interview processes, emphasizing the importance of preparation, connection,

Season 3, Epsiode 2

Feb 07 2025 30 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! In this episode, we explore the complexity of injuries in the AFL, questioning whether short preseasons are a factor in the increasing number of athletic injuries. We discuss training intensity, the evolution of the game, and the importance of professional development for coaches. • Analysis of recent injuries withi

Season 3, Episode 1

Jan 29 2025 27 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! In our first podcast back for 2025, we explore the unique challenges faced by professional athletes during their training, including the impact of holiday breaks and irregular schedules on performance and injury rates. The episode highlights the shared responsibility between athletes and coaches, emphasizing the impor

Season 2, Episode 46 - Merry Xmas

Dec 23 2024 25 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! Discover the transformative impact of the AFL's three-week break on work-life balance for staff and players in our latest special on Two Coaches and a Coffee. Join us as we promise to unravel the key lessons from our exciting trips across the UK and US, visiting legendary football clubs like Arsenal, Manchester United

Season 2, Episode 45

Dec 12 2024 26 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! How do top-tier sports teams navigate the complexities of continuity and youth development amid the ever-changing landscape of management changes? Join us as we promise to uncover the secrets behind this challenge alongside the insights of our special guests, Darren Burgess and Jason Weber. From the bustling PSPA even

Season 2, Episode 44

Dec 02 2024 27 mins

Drop us a message and let us know what you'd like us to discuss! This week we explore the intriguing intersection of performance and medical roles in sports. Through engaging anecdotes and real-world scenarios, we unpack the delicate balance necessary to keep athletes at their peak while avoiding the pitfalls of working in silos. Learn how valuing people over models enhances collab