Grapple with the Bat

This podcast is an absolute must for any aspiring MMA Athlete as Jack Hayes was giving incredible insights and dropping knowledge bombs left right and centre for the entire conversation. With a reputation as being one of the hardest workers in the gym at M16, we also get to hear how much resolve and mental effort Jack puts in behind the scenes to truly dedicate himself to his goals. Hear from the man himself about how hardship as an Amateur led to sucess as a Professional and exactly what it takes to make the trust your team, make the adjustments and forge ahead. With many nods to his his peers and role models in the industry as well as our combined nerding out, if you you didn't know Jack before the podcast you will be a huge fan after tuning in.

This podcast was all about documenting the experience of travelling interstate/internationally to compete in the sport of MMA. We had an excellent opportunity whilst following my self and Ryan Cooper on this trip to really get an honest and insightful look in to all of the variables including travel itself, weigh in woes, hometown vs away team perspective, adapting to the environment and performing on the day. There is much to be said for stepping put of your comfort zone and taking a risk in order to give yourself opportunities to grow and adapt as an MMA Athlete by travelling to fight and we really hope that this illuminates exactly what the experince entails.

Living up to her reputation, Amy smiled all the way through the recording of this podcast!! We discuss her perspectives on developing from a student in class to a fighter in the arena for both fields of play in terms of striking and grappling. Amy talks about her love for the community at Trinity MMA and al ofl her inspirations in the art and abroad.

In this episode we spent the day at the Australian Grappling Championships: Adelaide Open, catching up with many Batphone Podcast Alumni and soaking up the positive atmosphere you get at a Jiu Jitsu Competition. From experienced campaigners to first comp debutants, event staff, sponsors, spectators, support of referrees; I managed to get interviews from all angles to try to provide a well rounded perspective of what a Grappling Competition is and shine a light on the awesome community we have in South Australia.

In this episode we discuss the amazing multi faceted existence of Natalie Turner. From supporting champion MMA Fighters to cultivating online gaming communities, Co-owning an Academy to Nursing and Educating along with being a Medical Professional and Educator. What an amazing woman. 100% Heart and Soul of Trinity MMA. Hear her insights in to all of these industries and hear the passion in her voice when she speaks about every single one of the people who she has aided, and been aided by, along the journey.

Interviews and insights from the day of the event, during the event and a breakdown of results to finish. Many Bat-Phone Podcast alumni share their thoughts and candid insights from backstage at the arena with some absolute gems of wisdom from South Australias best.

In this episode we discuss our perspectives on the beginning of MMA as a Sport in this state and share stories about it's Progression though the years. We hear about Jericks dedication to technical progression, his love for the community at Progressive BJJ, his students and team mates creating a brilliant atmosphere for learning and positivity in and out of the academy as well as his own personal highlights from his Martial Arts Journey.

In this episode we discuss Lukes inights in to the development system at M16 from the perspective of an aspiring athlete and get his take on how he has generated this exciting, attacking and finishing style for MMA. We also reveal the origins of his unique fight name as well as hearing about Lukes aspirations for life progression outside of the Cage.

In this episode we discuss Taylas physical and mental dedication to the art of grappling and hear about her storied career in the sport of wrestling. We discuss the nuances and differences between pure wrestling and submission grappling as well as some application tactics for MMA. We hear about what led her to this point travelling from New Zealand to Australia and what goals she has for the future. Great insights from an elite athlete.

In this episode we get some great insight in to the dedicated thought process behind an elite practitioner and what it takes to stay striving towards technique progression over a long period of time. We hear about Declans time in Japan and his affinity for the culture as well as the training which has brought about a true mind set evolution in turn. Along with a recap of the build up, we get to hear about plans for the future from this point moving forward and Declans goals as a practitioner/competitor.