The Socially Distant Sports Bar 5: You've Got to Die of Something
Apr 28, 2020
Join the hosts as they dive into memorable sports moments, including Jonah Lomu's game-changing impact on rugby. They recall a historic 1973 match between Brazil and Shamrock Rovers and discuss the evolving role of enforcers in ice hockey. Hear about Geoff Astle's controversial goal and Bernard Hopkins' provocative comment to Joe Calzaghe. The team shares exciting book recommendations, nostalgic sports clips, and lively banter, all while inviting listeners to reminisce about their favorite sports moments.
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Pitch Invasions Were Normal
- Mike Bubbins and Elis James recall pitch invasions as normal at rugby and football matches in earlier decades, even during big fixtures.
- Mike describes collecting turf and keeping it at home as a childhood memento after running onto the pitch.
Lomu Changed Rugby's Physics
- Jonah Lomu rewrote rugby's expectations by combining exceptional size with sprinter speed, making traditional winger profiles obsolete.
- Elis James and Mike Bubbins argue that Lomu's arrival forced selectors to chase size often at the expense of skill.
Old-School Training Had Different Tradeoffs
- Mike Bubbins and Elis James note era-specific physiques and training attitudes made athletes look and behave differently in past decades.
- Mike recalls relying on supplements and rejecting fruit and veg while still achieving impressive conditioning.
