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When the sport of Muay Thai is mentioned there isn't much the Parr family haven't accomplished. 10x Male World Champion winner John Wayne Parr, Flyweight Women’s Champion Angie Parr and young up-and-comer Jazzy lead the family in the ring and at their renowned Gold Coast fighting gym, Boonchu. Angie, ex-Muay Thai champion and daughter Jazzy join Damo in the Spin on Sport studio and let us take a peek into their world of training, winning and growing through loss.  Chasing her father’s legacy of 10x world titles is Jazzy Parr, the 17-year-old is gaining recognition for her fighting style & her down to earth attitude. Entering the ring for her first fight at just 8 years old, Jazzy has grown up around the sport, she chats about her mantra, her role models and goals for herself and the sport. The teenager has trained in Thailand and Australia and has already started her international career with a handful of titles under her belt and she is not stopping anytime soon. Jazzy opens up about her choices to train in Muay Thai, the decisions that led her to where she is today and how her passion for the sport has developed into an encompassing lifestyle.  With an exciting career in front of her, and a world-class corner in support - she is one to watch!

Graham Eadie, footy legend and household name joins Damo in the studio this week.  You might remember him better as ‘Wombat’, Manly Warringah’s lead point scorer and Australian team representative. One of the greats who will forever go down in history as one of the most dynamic fullbacks in the game.  Described as a ‘greenhorn kid’ from WoyWoy, Wombat joined the Seagulls in 1971. He showed he had the guts and the talent to make it. As he surpassed expectations in the lower grades he was quickly bought in as fullback in the premier team in 72’.  Wombat was named lead point scorer in 74’, 75’ and 76’, helping the Seagulls take home 4 grand final victories between 1972 and 78. His continuously impressive performance on the field saw him be picked for the International Test team and World Cup Series in the ’70s and be named apart of the inaugural Blues team for the NSW State of Origin side in 1980.  In 83’ Wombat received the Dally M medal for fullback of the year and hung up the footy boots. But after a few years off the field, he made a remarkable comeback in 87’ and packed up the family to play in the English league with Halifax, receiving the Man of the Match in the Challenge Cup final.  The decorated veteran of the game returned home to Aussie soil and was named among the 100 greatest players to walk onto the NRL field. An honour hard to exceed until he was inducted into the NRL Hall of Fame in 2008.  This episode is bought you by Club Active. Being a big part of Graham's health and wellness journey, CLUB ACTIVE is a proud sponsor of this episode. Listen in and relive the highs and lows of premiership football with Graham ‘Wombat’ Eadie, Damo from the Spin on Sport podcast.CLUB ACTIVE, change the way you age. 

Millie Boyle is a rising star in the Rugby world. This dual-coder shot onto the scene and made her professional debut for Rugby Union's Brumbies at just 18. A year later she represented Australia for the Wallaroos, making her the youngest player ever selected at a national level. Then in 2019, she made the leap to League, representing NSW in the Women’s State of Origin and donning her new Brisbane Broncos jersey.  Rugby runs in the family for Boyle, with father David and uncle Jason Croker both Canberra Raiders greats. Boyle grew up playing league following the side-steps of her older brother Morgan, now Manly Sea Eagles forward. Moving into high school Boyle transitioned to Union with the help of her PE teacher who saw her potential, quickly becoming her one of mentors and biggest supporters.   Fast forward a few years and this young gun from Cobargo impressed selectors and spectators alike. Representing Australia for the Wallaroos and on the 7’s field, she then smoothly transitioned to League, dominating the middle for the Broncos and the NSW stateside.  Boyle is a strong advocate for cross-code athletes, especially for young women. She believes the chance to excel in different codes provides opportunity for the expansion of women’s sport at a professional and a grassroots level.  Subscribe now and tune in to the Spin on Sport podcast to hear about Boyle’s catapulting career and what she has in store for 2021.  

Women’s AFL in Queensland is growing at an impressive rate, and it’s largely thanks to the dedication of people like Brisbane Lions AFLW skipper, Emma Zielke. She joins Damo in the studio this week to chat about the development of the women’s game, the platform that the sport has provided as well as the steps it has to take to continue growing.   Having formed the inaugural Coorparoo Women’s team in 2013, ‘Zielks’ as she’s affectionately known, has been a cult figure in the women’s game. Whether it’s her ongoing support and mentoring of girls learning the game, or her continued commitment in being an active voice in the promotion and growth of the AFLW and women’s football, Emma has paved a way for women nationally to strive for their sporting dreams.   Zielke speaks on the importance of perseverance in overcoming injuries, the steps the AFL need to take to help the women’s competition reach greater heights and all her successes along the way.   Join Emma and Damo on the Spin on Sport podcast today and make sure to subscribe to keep up to date with all the latest episodes and news.  

This week on the Spin on Sport podcast, we’re joined by Australian international, NSW representative and St George Illawarra Dragons NRLW player Kezie Apps. From World Cups to Dally M Medals, Apps chats with Damo about the development of women’s rugby league, her sacrifices to reach an elite level and how she escapes through photography.  From humble beginnings in Bega, Kezie grew up playing rugby league with former Rabbitoh and older brother, Dean. Her love for the game never faltered, driving over 4 hours, three times a week just to train. A true testament to the positive outcomes of perseverance and dedication, Apps has been awarded everything from the Dally M, to Illawarra Women’s Player of the Year, NSWRL Women’s Player of the Year and even a World Cup win with the 2017 Jillaroo’s.  Join Kezie Apps on the Spin on Sport podcast today and subscribe to get notified about the latest episode releases. 

Newcastle Knights fans know Josh Perry for his hardness and unrelenting competitiveness. This week on the Spin on Sport podcast, Damo sits down with the former Origin and Australian representative and gets an inside look into Josh’s illustrious career, as well as the mental and physical toll a career in the NRL has.   Making his debut in 2000, Perry emerged on the scene as a wrecking ball for the Knights, playing a key role in their 2001 grand final win against Parramatta and went on to play over 255 games across three clubs, including a brief stint in the UK with St. Helens between 2011-2013.   After retiring at the end of the ’13 season, Perry returned to Australia and is now a business owner and builder based in the beautiful Byron Bay.   Josh talks us through the highs and lows of his 13-year career, how being too comfortable in his environment negatively impacted his football and how making the right decisions, instead of the easy one, significantly changed his life for the better and set him up for a successful career post footy.   Join Josh and Damo on the Spin on Sport podcast today and make sure to subscribe to keep up to date with all the latest episodes.  

This week on the Spin on Sport podcast, we are joined by canoeist Dan Collins. The Olympic athlete and medallist joins Damo in the studio and they delve into his life, growing up in sport, transitioning to the professional level and how that has shaped his current career as Sports Advisor and Thought Leader.Growing up Surf Life Saving and playing Rugby League, Dan converted to canoeing and attended four consecutive Olympic games over a decade-long career. With his knowledge and expertise highly sought after, Dan joined the advisory board for numerous sport affiliations including AFL, Japan Rugby and the Australian Institute of Sport.  Dan takes us through the change in culture within grassroots sport today and how this shift has created a new social norm’ which is affecting the development and growth of potential and aspiring athletes as well as the continuity of adolescent participation.   Join Dan Collins on the Spin on Sport podcast today, and subscribe to get the latest releases. 

Jay Wilson is a Championship Moto & Supercross rider and after competing internationally in Europe and America, Jay is back at home and is itching to get back racing on his bike in Oz.   Winning a Junior World Championship at just 14, Jay blew up the motocross scene dominating the competition. His determination and talent led him into a successful moto career, however not without hurdles, injuries and losses along the way.  Jay opens up and talks about the highs and lows, the feeling of nearly turning his back on riding and what reignited his passion which returned him to the podium once again.   With a career already spanning over a decade, the gifted rider has seen the sport evolve from its beginnings. From the junior years to the big leagues, download and catch up with Jay Wilson at the SPIN on Sport Podcast. 

Imagine buying a ticket to the States, and grabbing your backpack to then end up playing for one of the most historic franchises in the NFL. That is just what happened to Gold Coaster, David Lonie. Tune in to hear about the ins-and-outs, and all of the in-betweens of professional football and one Aussies story about how he got there.  A sporting all-rounder, Dave grew up competing in track & field, soccer and water polo, but had never played a game of gridiron before he picked up a ball at an American summer camp and out-punted a recruited college ball player.  Dave filmed his skills, and sent the tape to 10 major universities, kick-starting his journey that took him from Greenmount to Green Bay, USA.   Listen in as Dave chats to the SPIN team about his early years in sport, navigating the wild ride of college football and the transition to major league player. 

This week on the SPIN on Sport podcast, we chat to Rugby League superstar, Matt Gillett.  As the back-rower hangs up his jersey, Gillo opens up about his early beginnings with rugby league, his love of the game and his emotional departure from the sport.  Starting as a versatile young gun, Gillett signed with the Brisbane Broncos and secured his way into history by winning Rookie of the year, which was just the start of an up-and-coming and impressive career. The one-club-hero played for his state and his country and has been described as one of the best backrowers of the game.   Gillo’s passion for the game grew from his grassroots background, and he takes us through his journey from his early days and how those beginnings shaped his professional career, the decisions he made and the player he became.    You won’t want to miss this one. Matt Gillett, brought to you by the SPIN on Sport podcast. 

Grace Hamilton is a legend in the making, Captain of the Australian Women’s National Rugby Union team, People’s Choice Award Winner and Player of the Year. Grace Hamilton is a force to be reckoned with.  Starting out in the country-town near Orange in NSW, Grace was a sporting fanatic growing up. Her ‘give it a go’ attitude allowed her to develop a passion and goal to train with purpose at anything you do, which is her mantra still to this day.  You would assume growing up with a family invested in Rugby, it would have been her natural path to start the sport from an early age. However, Grace chats to us about the stigmas surrounding the sport and how her journey to stardom in the sport had a very different beginning.  In 2017 Hamilton’s career surged ahead and today Grace is seen as a great leader in women’s sport, Rugby Union and the sporting community.  Listen in to the Spin on Sport podcast as Grace shares her insights into her personal growth both on & off the field, the importance of community & participation from the early years in grassroots sports and more.

Chris Lynn is one of the most accomplished batsmen in the Australian Cricket domestic circuit, as well as being a sought after international talent. Making his first-class debut on the Australian cricket scene as a 19-year-old in 2010, Lynn impressed fans with scoring a century for the QLD Bulls in his second Sheffield match, the 4th youngest to do so in Australian history. In 2011 Lynny took Big Bash cricket by storm, cementing his place as a destructive six-hitter and player to be watched. Throughout Lynny’s years as a top cricketer, injuries have played major influences on his career path which have taken a toll both mentally as well as physically. Lynny takes us through how he built up a strong mindset to be able to deal with setbacks under the microscope, stay focussed and consistently perform on the field.The two-time winner of 'Player of The Tournament' now captain lets us into his world and chats to the SPIN On Sport team about his influences growing up in grassroots sports and the importance of learning through loss.Enjoy!

Tune in on the SPIN on Sports Podcast to where we catch up with Skye Nicolson, boxing prodigy, Commonwealth Games Gold Medal winner and Tokyo Olympic qualifier. Nicolson has risen through the ranks to gain recognition as one of Australia's premier female boxers with over 140 amateur fights under her belt. Nicolson won Australia's first elite women's World Titles medal in 2016, which is an honour also won by her late brother Jamie who brought home Australia's first elite men's medal in 1989.  Nicholson went on to win a Gold medal in the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in 2018 and has not stopped there. Qualifying for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics was a dream for the 24yr old featherweight, and the current world climate and postponement of the games has not diminished her spirit. Listen in to hear how Skye overcomes the obstacles, the changes in her Olympic training schedule and her impromptu meeting with the iconic Floyd Mayweather. Visit www.sportsinfrastructuresolutions.com.au to find out more about SPIN

Off the back of major heart surgery, Australian cricket legend Darren ‘Boof’ Lehmann joins Damo & Dave on the SPIN On Sport podcast to talk all things cricket and his rise through the junior ranks. An aggressive left-handed batsman, not only did Boof find success on the field but continued his cricket career coaching a number of elite-level teams including securing the position of head coach for the Australian team in 2013. Growing up playing both AFL and Cricket, Boof talks through his decision to focus on cricket and how some of Australia’s cricketing greats helped cement his love for the game. With the current sporting landscape looking a little different compared to the day's Boof played, he provides some unique insights around the pressure professional sportspeople feel and a little advice for today’s youth. Tune in to hear more!

Ben Ikin joins us on the SPIN On Sports Podcast to chat through his career and discuss all things Rugby League and Grass Roots Sport. Ben is a leading Fox Sports commentator and the host of NRL 360 positioning him as one of the most respected voices in Rugby League. Ben is also an Independent Director of the QRL giving Ben direct input into the future of Rugby League in QLD. At only 18 years old, Ben made his State of Origin debut to become the youngest player in QLD history to represent the Maroons. Not only did he get his first series win but also crossed the line for a crucial try in Game III. After growing up on the Gold Coast, QLD and playing for his state, Ben went on to play for Australia and played a total of 150 matches throughout his career. Tune in to learn more about Ben and make sure you listen to the end to hear about his ‘intimate’ encounter with tiger Woods!Visit www.sportsinfrastructuresolutions.com.au to find out more about SPIN.