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On the final episode of this series of SportSpiel we cross into the world of Muay Thai and speak to recently-crowned WBC world champion Ellie Harber.That victory was the 12th title claimed by the 18-year-old from Watford in a variety of marti
This episode of SportSpiel is a very special one, as we delve into an important subject that is still in its infancy in terms of understanding – becoming a mum during your athletic career.Taking part in the discussion is long-time friend of t
Scotland Rugby’s vice-captain Helen Nelson is one of the most crucial individuals in the squad.With 55 appearances for the national team to her name she’s been a vital cog as the team looks to progress and improve – striving for bigger goals
Aged just 20, Lilli Ives Campion is widely regarded as one of the brightest prospects in English women’s rugby.And if it hadn’t been for one seemingly innocuous moment, she might never have even tried the sport to start with.Ever since then
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 England debut, thanks to the Covid pandemic, but after finally earning that f
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 a hugely successful British triathlete but her path into professional sport came relatively late i
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 it looks like now. She grew up on a dairy farm on the Isle of Lewis, in the Scottish Out
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 on active duty.Ben would sustain blast and fragmentation injuries to his up
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 Paris 2024 Olympic Games in the C2 500m Sprint.Remember, while there’s been wo
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 gold in the 2022 British Weightlifting Championships.But,
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 let it ruin his game.Dealing with mistakes has been a key change in the
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 just five years later she would have represented England at a home Common
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 clear cell cancer and life as they knew it was turned upside down.Suddenly play
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 UK Sport’s talent transfer programme ‘Discover your Power’ –
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 the first ever women’s Hundred final, there’s plenty to celebrate.But it has been far from an
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 LDC, as well as being athletes and coaches at the cheerleading c
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 – the WBC Australasia Title, WBA Asia Title and most recently the WBA inter-
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 2021, made her Olympic debut in Tokyo, came fourth in the 5000m at
The SportSpiel podcast is back with a brand new series of podcasts, starting from Tuesday, January 24, 2023.It’s been a busy last year for the pair of us, thanks to work, life and everything in between. But we’ve always wanted to get the podc
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 – she signed for esteemed cycling team SD Worx.Prior t
Alasdair Hooper and Will Moulton host SportSpiel’s Review of the Year 2021.The past 12 months have proven to be another turbulent year as we began 2021 in lockdown and end it with the emergence of Omicron.But from a sporting sense, ther
Alasdair Hooper hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel featuring British kiteboarder Aaron Hadlow.While it may be a powerful description, it’s fair to say Aaron is something of a pioneer in his sport.The 33-year-old is a five-time world
Will Moulton hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with returning guest - and Paralympic champion - Laura Sugar.For most people the chance to represent your country in just one sport would be enough. But Laura has had the chance to do
Will Moulton hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with Olympic gold medallist Kate French.The Modern Pentathlon star was part of a historic moment at Tokyo 2020 when her gold medal, along with fellow Brit Joe Choong’s own brilliant win, m
Modern pentathlete Joe Choong was one of the stars of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.The 26-year-old stormed to victory to become the first ever British man to win gold in the Modern Pentathlon. It came after fellow Brit Kate French won g
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