Liv Thomas: Lacrosse, battling back from an ACL and Olympic ambitions
Despite being in her early 20s, Liv Thomas has already experienced a lot in her sporting career. The GB and England lacrosse midfielder had to wait two years for her … Continue Reading Liv Thomas: Lacrosse, battling back from an ACL and Olympic ambitions
Laura Siddall: ‘Don’t die wondering’
Don’t die wondering – that’s Laura Siddall’s motto – and it’s a phrase you can see applied to so much of her life as a pro athlete. Laura now is … Continue Reading Laura Siddall: ‘Don’t die wondering’
Isla Mackenzie: Chasing the dream of being a racing driver
Isla Mackenzie is on a mission – to inspire the next generation as she chases her dream of being a racing driver. Her early life is world’s away from what … Continue Reading Isla Mackenzie: Chasing the dream of being a racing driver
Ben Gallagher: From being shot on active duty, to a Paralympic dream
Ben Gallagher is a remarkable individual. After serving in the British Army for over 16 years, his life was turned upside down in 2019 when he was shot numerous times … Continue Reading Ben Gallagher: From being shot on active duty, to a Paralympic dream
Beth Gill: ‘We wouldn’t put sewage on our streets – why would we do that in the rivers?’
Beth Gill is one of Britain’s – and the world’s – leading canoeists. In 2022 she became C1 short course Marathon World Champion and she’s hoping to qualify for the … Continue Reading Beth Gill: ‘We wouldn’t put sewage on our streets – why would we do that in the rivers?’
Mercy Brown: ‘If you don’t understand an individual’s culture, you can’t support them’
British weightlifter Mercy Brown has been on an extensive journey in her sporting career. But the comeback is very much on. The 26-year-old Londoner is an exciting talent and secured … Continue Reading Mercy Brown: ‘If you don’t understand an individual’s culture, you can’t support them’
Brendan Creed: ‘I’m a massive perfectionist’
Brendan Creed has discovered a lot about himself since he first represented his country back in 2017. By his own admission he is a massive perfectionist, but he used to … Continue Reading Brendan Creed: ‘I’m a massive perfectionist’
Lauren Torley: A wish to play for England – regardless of sport
After leaving school at the age of 18, Lauren Torley had barely touched a rugby ball. But fast-forward to now and things are very different. Few will have predicted that … Continue Reading Lauren Torley: A wish to play for England – regardless of sport
Nat Panagarry: Her wife’s cancer diagnosis and a ‘rollercoaster’ journey
Netball used to be one of the most important things in Nat Panagarry’s life – but that has all changed. Last year Nat’s wife Katie was diagnosed with stage four … Continue Reading Nat Panagarry: Her wife’s cancer diagnosis and a ‘rollercoaster’ journey
Milly Tanner: ‘I don’t want to leave the sport with nothing’
British track cyclist Milly Tanner has had a whirlwind last few years, and she’s determined to leave her mark. The 24-year-old switched from swimming to cycling back in 2017 through … Continue Reading Milly Tanner: ‘I don’t want to leave the sport with nothing’
Fi Morris: Pressure, mental health and ‘going off the rails’
Cricketer Fi Morris has learned a lot at the age of 29. From making her county championship debut at the age of 14, to top scoring for her team in … Continue Reading Fi Morris: Pressure, mental health and ‘going off the rails’
London Dynasty Cheer: From nothing to Grand Champs in a pandemic
London Dynasty Cheer has grown exponentially in a ridiculously short time, and Joanna Haeger and Grace Lowe are key parts of that. This week’s podcast guests are the directors of … Continue Reading London Dynasty Cheer: From nothing to Grand Champs in a pandemic
Linn Sandstrom: Proving the doubters wrong
Linn Sandstrom is one of the most determined individuals you will ever meet in sport. Currently ranked ninth by the WBA, the boxer has won three straight title fights – … Continue Reading Linn Sandstrom: Proving the doubters wrong
Amy-Eloise Markovc: Unlocking her ‘untapped potential’
British Olympic runner Amy-Eloise Markovc has plenty to be proud of over the last two years of her career. The 27-year-old became European indoor champion for the 3000m back in … Continue Reading Amy-Eloise Markovc: Unlocking her ‘untapped potential’
SportSpiel is back with a new series of podcasts
The SportSpiel podcast is back with a brand new series, starting from Tuesday, January 24, 2023. It’s been a busy last year for the pair of us, thanks to work, … Continue Reading SportSpiel is back with a new series of podcasts
Anna Shackley: Scotland’s rising cycling star
Alasdair Hooper hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with rising Scottish cycling star Anna Shackley. The 20-year-old seemingly came out of nowhere back in 2021 when – then aged 18 … Continue Reading Anna Shackley: Scotland’s rising cycling star