

The Locker Room Podcast - from DSS Coaching
DSS Coaching
Join the DSS Coaching crew of coaches and performance specialists, featuring Dr Ciaran Deely, Steven Poacher, Ross Bennett, Barry Mullane, and Brendan Delaney, as they dive into the dynamic world of coaching, sport science, and performance. This podcast delivers expert analysis of the latest action, tactical trends, and modern coaching techniques, while also exploring sports performance, S&C, and performance support services. With special guests and engaging discussions, it’s the perfect listen for coaches, players, and fans eager to elevate their game!
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Oct 8, 2024 • 43min
Johnny Greville - Meath Senior Hurling Manager
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features Meath Senior Hurling Manager Johnny Greville. Among other things, they discuss:
- Chasing the coaching dream
- The Player-Centred Coaching Approach
- The Greville Legacy
- Creating a high performance environment with Westmeath Camogie
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Oct 1, 2024 • 32min
Club development & building a player pathway - with Ross Bennett MSc
Ross Bennett is Head of Integrated Performance @ QPR FC.
This is part of the DSS Performance Series of The Locker Room Podcast, where we interview some of the best known coaches from Gaelic Games and other sports, from both Ireland and around the world.
Hosted by Mark Deely from DSS Coaching, the discussion covers a range of topics, including:
- Clear differentiation of roles in an underage structure
- Establish a club identity or philosophy across all levels
- Ensure coaching and management are unified in the club’s values
- Appoint someone to oversee players' physical development from top to bottom
- Foster a community of coaches within the club
- Align pathways for young players to stay long-term with the club
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Sep 24, 2024 • 38min
Stephen Maxwell - Cricket Ireland Coach Education Manager
Stephen Maxwell is the Coach Education Manager for Cricket Ireland and the founder of No Other Game Around Performance Consultants. He also works as a Coach Developer.
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching, the discussion covers a range of topics, including:
- Key learning outcomes across various sporting associations
- The player-centered coaching approach
- Transferable skills and actionable strategies
- Building meaningful relationships
- Broadening perspectives through global sports experiences
- Sharing and refining coaching process
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Sep 17, 2024 • 36min
Shane Rice - Founder of the Gaelic Athletic Academy
Shane Rice is a well known GAA Coach, S&C Coach, and Founder of the Gaelic Athletic Academy & Shane Rice TV.
This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie.
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. Amongst many other things, they discuss:
•The Scotstown Experience
•Developing skills in Canada while collaborating with top athletes from various sports
•LGFA vs GAA: A Comparative Insight
•Navigating the Challenges of Social Media
•Designing the Framework for Success
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Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 2min
Declan Quill - Kerry LGFA All Ireland winning manager
Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie.
This episode features Kerry LGFA All-Ireland winning manager Declan Quill where he talks about:
- The Kingdom's 31 year wait
- Transitioning from player to coach
- Paidi O'Se & Jack O'Connor's influence
- Dealing with the hurt and coming back again!
- Joint Management workload
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Aug 13, 2024 • 46min
#123 Cork Camogie Conquer in Croker
Your host Barry Mullane is joined by DSS Hurling Coach Brendan Delaney and Briege Corkery to dissect the thrilling weekend of Camogie Finals at Croke Park.
They Discuss⬇
-Cork's bench impact
-Aisling Thompson's influence on Cork
-Laura Tracey leading from the front
-Cork goal controversy
-Excellent refereeing
-Tipp and Cork win the Junior and Intermediate
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Aug 6, 2024 • 57min
#122 Ladies All Ireland Football Finals' Review
Hosted by Alan Mullen with guests Stephen Duff (Laois Senior Manager) & Darren Greenan (Monaghan Senior Manager)
The lads discuss the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Ladies finals at Croke Park.
- Lethal Eimear Smyth
- Leitrim the Underdogs
- Kerry's Brilliance
- HEC ladies college's crossover
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Jul 29, 2024 • 50min
#121 Geezer's finest hour
Hosted by Steven Poacher with guests Daniel St Ledger & Ryan Jones🏐
The lads discuss Armagh's well deserved victory over Galway in the All-Ireland final.
- Armagh's consistency
- Importance of belief
- Togetherness & Spirit in a group
- Tactical trends
- Standout players this year
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Jul 24, 2024 • 46min
#120 An Epic All Ireland Hurling Final - The Review
Hosted by Barry Mullane and with special guest, new DSS hurling coach, Brendan Delaney.
They discuss:
- An epic but hard-fought win for Clare
- Big players turning up
- Cork's aggression / lack of cynicism
- The 3rd quarter
- Modern skilful hurlers - are the best ever
- Clare's bench and aerial ability
- Players of the year
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Jul 15, 2024 • 57min
#119 - Armagh & Galway deserved winners and Tailteann Cup review
Hosted by Steven Poacher with guests Daniel St Ledger & Ryan Jones🏐
The lads discuss the enthralling All Ireland Football semi final wins for Armagh over Kerry and Galway against Donegal. Plus Down's success in the Tailteann Cup Final over Laois.
- Football is alive and well
- Armagh's finishers
- Galway's unbeaten run
- Tailteann Cup Review
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