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The Sideline Live Podcast

The Sideline Live
Irish Basketball
Women's Cup Semi-Final
GAA
League Of Ireland
Coaching
Superleague
Team Dynamics
Matthew Bell
Swords Thunder
Player Management
Resilience
Trinity Meteors
Boxing
Statistics In Sports
Olympics
Brain Tumor
Cancer Treatment
Family Support
Cavend Eagles
Limerick Celtics

The Sideline Live Podcast brings you closer to the world of sport through in-depth conversations with athletes, coaches, and experts. From high-performance insights to the untold stories, host Orla Keeling dives into the moments that shape successful careers, coaches and teams. Whether you’re a player, coach, parent, or passionate fan, this podcast offers real perspectives on success, resilience, ... more

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Latest Episodes

On episode 206 I am joined by Sligo senior footballer Luke Towey. Luke also spent 2 seasons in Australia playing AFL and is an entrepreneur. He previously set up a portable sauna in the west of Ireland and has now created The Performance Journal. A S... more

On episode 205 I am delighted to be joined by Junior World Swimming Champion John Shortt.

Originally from Galway his first sport was rugby however he realised as a teenager his real potential lay in Swimming. He spent TY commuting to UL to the Nati... more

On this episode 204 I am delighted to be joined by Texas Women's head basketball coach Vic Schafer.

This episode was recorded in person from coach Schafer's office on campus in November 2025. We discuss his coaching philosophy, reason for coaching,... more

On episode 203 I am delighted to be joined by one of Australia's best ever Aussie Rules coaches Alan McConnell.

We discuss coaching, attributes of elite coaches, leadership, captains and more. We also discuss AFLW and the influx in Irish players. A... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Towey
Sligo senior footballer and tech sales professional.
HubSpot
Episode: #206 Luke Towey // Journalling & Performance
Grace Prenter
Texas Longhorn Women's Basketball player from South Dublin, Ireland.
Texas Longhorn
Episode: #199 Grace Prenter // From South Dublin to becoming a Texas longhorn (Spotlight Her)
Emma Tolan
Irish basketball player representing the Oklahoma Sooners.
Oklahoma Sooners
Episode: #197 Emma Tolan // From Cavan to the SEC - Oklahoma Sooners (Spotlight Her)
Lucy Coogan
Irish basketball player pursuing a scholarship in the United States.
Episode: #195 Lucy Coogan // From Kilkenny to New Jersey (Spotlight Her Series)
Annaliese Murphy
Triple Olympian, Olympic medalist, MBA, and corporate speaker
Episode: #192 Annalise Murphy // How the egg team led to an olympic medal
Lindsay Peat
Elite athlete, former international rugby and basketball player
Episode: #185 Lindsay Peat // Becoming and remaining an elite athlete
Eileen Roche
Director of Basketball Operations at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: #180 Eileen Roche // Lessons from sport & Stanford (Director of basketball operations)
Conor Niland
Former professional tennis player and author of 'The Racket'
Winner of the William Hill Sportsbook of the Year
Episode: #178 Conor Niland // Finding relief and peace in professional sport (Author of The Racket)
Jason Smyth
Multiple Paralympic gold medalist, known as the Usain Bolt of the Paralympics.
Paralympic Committee
Episode: #174 Jason Smyth // Purpose, pressure, and pursuing your potential.

Host

Orla Keeling
Host of the podcast, facilitating engaging conversations with sports figures and experts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 136 ratings
  • Great Podcast!!!

    Love keeping up with Irish in Sport. Especially enjoy the Basketball interviews. Really good q’s and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steo14
    Irelanda month ago
  • Great Irish Sports Podcast

    Covering wide range of topics and guests, very enjoyable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hornsup_Eire
    Irelanda month ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Brilliant podcast about all things sport!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laur_Clarke
    Irelanda month ago
  • Go to Irish sports podcast

    My go to podcast for all things sport in Ireland. Really enjoy the interviews with athletes and coaches. Great insights into the reality of elite sport and what it takes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    User2179
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Doing Immense Work for Irish Sport

    Fantastic show with guests from a variety of sports in Ireland.

    Helping to shine a light on sports that are often overlooked in Irish media.

    Has provided a huge boost for the profile of Irish Basketball both nationally and internationally

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paddy Lyons
    Ireland2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great variety in guests and thoughtful questions asked by the host.
Encouraging listeners to explore the dynamics of different sports and their personal challenges.
Professional series with engaging, well-researched discussions.
Offers excellent insights from coaches and athletes, particularly beneficial for aspiring young sports enthusiasts.
Listeners appreciate the engaging content that appeals both to sport followers and those keen on personal development.
Fantastic show with guests from a variety of sports in Ireland, helping to shine a light on often overlooked sports.

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#203 Alan McConnell // What makes an elite coach?
Q: What chapter would your life be called if it was a book?
Alan's chapter would be called "Up Next," reflecting his ongoing growth and adaptation in his career.
#203 Alan McConnell // What makes an elite coach?
Q: What do you think is the most important quality in a leader?
Alan suggests that a good leader is selfless and always puts others first, supporting their team's growth while being competitive.
#203 Alan McConnell // What makes an elite coach?
Q: What advice do you give coaches when they're struggling?
Coaches should understand what they stand for, what values matter, and work with clarity in their coaching approach.
#203 Alan McConnell // What makes an elite coach?
Q: What separates the greats from the rest of players?
Alan emphasizes that many of the very best players are often hard to work with and possess exceptional self-belief, enabling them to take risks and bounce back after mistakes.
#203 Alan McConnell // What makes an elite coach?
Q: Who or what influenced you to go into coaching post-playing?
Alan McConnell was influenced to become a coach partly due to the relationship with a former player and the significant impact of a coach he had when he was 17.

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This podcast is centered on different aspects of the sporting world, featuring in-depth conversations with a range of guests including athletes, coaches, and sports experts. It covers a variety of sports, delving into personal journeys, challenges, and the specific dynamics shaping different fields, such as basketball and rugby. Listeners can expect to gain insights into high-performance strategies, narratives of resilience, and the evolving landscape of sports, making it an engaging resource for athletes, coaches, and fans alike. Notably, the podcast emphasizes sharing the untold stories of individuals within sports, thus enriching the understanding of what it means to thrive in competitive environments.

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Recent guests on The Sideline Live Podcast include:

1. Luke Towey
2. Grace Prenter
3. Emma Tolan
4. Lucy Coogan
5. Annaliese Murphy
6. Lindsay Peat
7. Eileen Roche
8. Conor Niland

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