This is a podcast series hosted by Kirstie Stanway with Vantage Black Sticks players, brought to you by Vantage Windows & Doors.

Kirstie catches up with Vantage Black Sticks goal scorer Sam Lane! Sam discusses the emotions of his debut when he first managed to push his was into the national team. However Sam also struggled with a knee injury that put him out of action for 12 months. He touches on both the physical and mental challenges that come with being a professional athlete, and dealing with injuries.

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