In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Olympic gold medallist Katrina Powell for a powerful conversation about high performance, team culture and what it really takes to reach the top. From growing up in a hockey family to representing Australia on the Olympic stage, Katrina reflects on a career built on discipline, competition and a relentless pursuit of improvement.

Katrina shares the mindset behind one of Australia’s most successful hockey teams, where internal competition, accountability and daily standards drove performance. She explains how success was never just about the end goal of winning gold, but about consistently becoming better each day while keeping the bigger picture in sight. The balance between individual responsibility and team success is a constant theme, with players pushing each other to higher levels.

The conversation also dives into pressure and big moments. Katrina opens up about the nerves of Olympic finals, learning to shift from anxiety to freedom, and delivering when it matters most. Her scoreboard moment, scoring in an Olympic final, captures not just individual achievement but the collective effort of a team built on trust and shared purpose.

Now with a coaching lens, Katrina reflects on the evolution of high performance sport, from more transparent selection processes to the challenges of delivering tough decisions. She speaks honestly about the realities of elite sport, where nothing is guaranteed and athletes must take full responsibility for their journey.

This is a conversation about standards, ownership and the mindset required to perform on the biggest stage. Katrina’s message is clear: be the best player you can be, take responsibility for your path and make them pick you.

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