The Overseas Athlete

Aug 08 2024 19 ep. 55 mins
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The Overseas Athlete explores sports across borders with raw tales from athletes, coaches, and agents. Culture shocks, road-life adventures, and stadium surprises. We reveal the challenges and triumphs of going global. Hosted by Chris Broadfoot, it’s your front-row seat to untold stories where every journey inspires and every paycheck educates. Subscribe to our show, and free newsletter for travel tales, culture shocks, cash twists, and real-life lessons to guide and motivate aspiring Overseas Athletes.

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Episode 18 - Jack Hindle - Navigating life and football in Malaysia

Aug 08 2024 59 mins  
SummaryJack Hindle shares his experience of becoming an overseas footballer in Malaysia. He discusses the challenges of leaving England and adapting to a new culture and language. He highlights the differences in football culture and expectations between England and Malaysia. Hindle also talks about the difficulties he faced with the club's management and the impact it had on the t

Episode 17 - Breaking Boundaries: Jori Davis on Navigating Life and Basketball Across Nine Countries

Jun 27 2024 42 mins  
Jory Davis, a professional basketball player who has played in nine countries, shares her experiences as an overseas athlete. She discusses the limited opportunities for female basketball players in the US compared to abroad, the challenges of adapting to a new country and culture, and the lack of support and transparency in contracts and salaries. Jory emphasises the importance of

Episode 16 - Matt Krog - Navigating Athlete Contracts: Termination Rights and Negotiations

Jun 20 2024 44 mins  
Matt Krog, a lawyer specialising in sports law, discusses the importance of contracts for athletes and the role of a sports lawyer in protecting their interests. He highlights the need for athletes to be aware of the use of their personal information and image rights, especially when signing overseas contracts. Krog emphasises the importance of negotiation and dispute resolution pr

Episode 15 - Bridie Kennedy-Hopoate's Journey: From Brisbane to the World of Overseas Basketball

Jun 12 2024 59 mins  
Bride Kennedy-Hopoate shares her journey as an overseas athlete, from her early days in basketball to her college experience in the US. She discusses her challenges, including injuries and language barriers, and how she managed to stay motivated and focused. She emphasises the importance of self-care, such as reading, yoga, and being in nature, in maintaining a positive mindset. Sh

Episode 14 - Travis McAvene - Surviving and Thriving as a Basketball Coach in Foreign Lands

Jun 05 2024 50 mins  
Hoops Abroad: Surviving and Thriving as a Basketball Coach in Foreign Lands with Travis McAveneTravis McAvene, a basketball coach with extensive experience overseas, shares his journey in coaching. He has coached in several countries, including the Dominican Republic and Taiwan over a 26-year period.Travis emphasises the importance of networking and taking risks to progress in the

Episode 013 - Cameron Crestani - Exploring the challenges and triumphs of being an overseas athlete in Norway

Nov 12 2023 66 mins  
In this podcast episode, I interview Cameron, an Australian footballer who has been playing professionally abroad. Cameron shares his journey from playing football in Queensland, Australia to becoming a professional athlete in Norway. He discusses the challenges and rewards of playing overseas, the structure of football leagues in Norway, and the importance of European football for

Episode 012 - Alistair Heath - An incredible journey from Leicester City to the Cambodian Premier League

Nov 05 2023 60 mins  
In this episode of the Overseas Athlete Podcast, Alastair, a football manager, shares his unique journey from managing grassroots-level teams to a Premier League Academy team.Alastair discusses the challenges he faced, such as adapting to a different culture and working with limited resources. Despite these obstacles, he views his time in Cambodia as a valuable learning experience

Episode 011 - Stefan Mauk - Overcoming Setbacks and Building Mental Toughness as a Professional Footballer

Oct 29 2023 81 mins  
In this podcast episode, Stefan, a professional football player, shares his journey from local teams in Adelaide to professional leagues in Japan with a journey via Europe. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of resilience, discipline, and self-motivation, and the role of the Australian Institute of Sport in his development. Stefan also talks about his transition t

Episode 010 - Mathew Stubbs - Unleashing the Beast: Matt's Journey to Dominating the World Long Drive Tour.

Oct 22 2023 55 mins  
In today's episode, I speak with Mathew Stubbs, a golfer on the World Long Drive Tour. They discuss Matt's background, how he got into long-drive golf, his training regimen, and his goals in the sport. Matt shares his journey into long-drive golf, his success in amateur events, and his commitment to training. He also talks about the importance of recovery in his training and the fi

Episode 009 - Hillary Beall - Hillary's decision to pursue her football career in Australia: a game-changer.

Oct 15 2023 48 mins  
In this podcast episode, I speak to Hillary, the first female player and the first person from outside Australia to be featured on the show. We discuss Hillary's journey from the United States to Australia, her college experience, and the process of transitioning from college to a professional club. We also touch on the importance of having an agent and navigating the business