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Paul Aiton played professional rugby league in Australia, England and in France. He played in the NRL and Super League for a combined 253 games over 13 years. He also represented his country’s national side Papua New Guinea Kumuls 16 times during this period. This was something he dreamt of doing since he was a kid. I met Paul for the first time in 2008 when we represented the Kumuls in the Rugby League World Cup. He has been a great friend ever since.
While playing 13 years at the highest level, Paul learnt many lessons from which he continues to pass on to younger generations. He is currently an assistant coach for PNG Hunters in the Queensland Cup. In this conversation Paul divulges that he wishes he "studied the game more”. This would’ve helped him grow as a player and then transition into the coaching role with better skills, a great piece of advice for young athletes coming through the ranks. Something he believes that did help him was goal setting. We are both big believers in this.
Paul shares moments of his upbringing in Mount Hagen, PNG and his early memories of Australia - some of which gave me plenty of laughter. I enjoyed and learnt a lot from Paul during this chat. I hope you enjoy it too.
Connect with Paul: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.aiton.54
Instagram: @paul_aiton - https://www.instagram.com/paul_aiton/
Aiton Fat Bikes: http://aitonfatbikes.com.au
My wife and I bought two bikes from Paul and we have loved them ever since. They made our experience in France much more enjoyable. We would go for long bike rides through the french villages without our legs getting tired (electric versions). They are comfortable and easy to assemble so we are able to put them in the back of the car when we want to take them with us for weekends away.
About David Mead
David Mead has played professional rugby league for 13 years. Spending time with other athletes, coaches and football staff has given him great insight into how the sport is played at a high level. He wants to use insights and stories from these people as well as from his experience to inspire and to empower the youth. He believes in "leaving the place better than you found it." This podcast will help him and others do just that.
Connect with David and follow him on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.mead.94
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidmead411/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidmead411
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mead-7604b986/
Website: www.davidmead.com.au
Producer: Jason Strozkiy (@strozkiymedia) www.strozkiymedia.com
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Paul Aiton played professional rugby league in Australia, England and in France. He played in the NRL and Super League for a combined 253 games over 13 years. He also represented his country’s national side Papua New Guinea Kumuls 16 times during this period. This was something he dreamt of doing since he was a kid. I met Paul for the first time in 2008 when we represented the Kumuls in the Rugby League World Cup. He has been a great friend ever since.
While playing 13 years at the highest level, Paul learnt many lessons from which he continues to pass on to younger generations. He is currently an assistant coach for PNG Hunters in the Queensland Cup. In this conversation Paul divulges that he wishes he "studied the game more”. This would’ve helped him grow as a player and then transition into the coaching role with better skills, a great piece of advice for young athletes coming through the ranks. Something he believes that did help him was goal setting. We are both big believers in this.
Paul shares moments of his upbringing in Mount Hagen, PNG and his early memories of Australia - some of which gave me plenty of laughter. I enjoyed and learnt a lot from Paul during this chat. I hope you enjoy it too.
Connect with Paul: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.aiton.54
Instagram: @paul_aiton - https://www.instagram.com/paul_aiton/
Aiton Fat Bikes: http://aitonfatbikes.com.au
My wife and I bought two bikes from Paul and we have loved them ever since. They made our experience in France much more enjoyable. We would go for long bike rides through the french villages without our legs getting tired (electric versions). They are comfortable and easy to assemble so we are able to put them in the back of the car when we want to take them with us for weekends away.
About David Mead
David Mead has played professional rugby league for 13 years. Spending time with other athletes, coaches and football staff has given him great insight into how the sport is played at a high level. He wants to use insights and stories from these people as well as from his experience to inspire and to empower the youth. He believes in "leaving the place better than you found it." This podcast will help him and others do just that.
Connect with David and follow him on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.mead.94
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidmead411/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidmead411
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mead-7604b986/
Website: www.davidmead.com.au
Producer: Jason Strozkiy (@strozkiymedia) www.strozkiymedia.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.