Scoreboard

In Episode 42 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley chats with WNBL CEO Jennie Sager about her whirlwind first 100 days in the role, her global career across sport, tech, and television—and how she plans to take women’s basketball in Australia to the next level.

Jennie reflects on her sliding doors moment that brought her to Australia, her start in broadcast TV, helping launch Twitter in Asia Pacific, and now blending all of that into building a league that connects deeply with fans, players, and future stars.

She unpacks everything from athlete pathways and grassroots growth to tech innovation, community engagement, and the role of marketing in making Opals household names.

With expansion plans on the horizon and a powerful leadership team (hello, Lauren Jackson), Jennie brings passion, clarity, and big vision to the job.

🗣️ Bold leadership, real talk, and a mission to turn jerseys into everyday wear and courts into communities.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 41 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Josh Brown—the humble Queenslander turned Big Bash star—who went from indoor cricket comps and subbies 250s to smashing 60 off 23 at the Gabba on New Year’s Day.

Josh opens up about his rapid rise, being called up by the Heat, and how indoor cricket, gym sessions, and a contact lens prescription helped launch his pro career. He shares the nerves of debuting in front of 55,000, what it’s like to build your own bats at Cooper, and why dropping a catch in a final (to 55k groans) is still one of the wildest memories of his career.

He also talks fishing, toy car collecting, being mistaken for a quiet guy, and the mindset shift that helped him stop chasing the perfect innings—and start owning his role.

💥 A brutally honest and unexpectedly wholesome chat with one of cricket’s cleanest hitters and most grounded minds.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 40 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley chats with Clare Jamison —Team GB beach sprint rower, accountant by day, silver medallist by weekend —about her love for water, her training base in Brisbane, and why Olympic dreams are now very real.

Claire unpacks the adrenaline-fuelled world of beach sprint rowing: launching from sand, navigating waves, and sprinting to a buzzer like a lifeguard on a rescue mission.

She shares her path from Oxford Boat Race to discovering coastal rowing in a UK lockdown, and what it was like to line up against her rowing idols at the 2024 World Championships in Genoa.

From dodging trees on the Brisbane River to 3:45 a.m. alarms, Claire talks about resilience, recovery, and that buzz you get when it all comes together—even if it’s in a borrowed boat with no time to adjust the foot straps.

💡 A refreshing chat about late bloomers, Olympic dreams, and the thrill of surfing chaos with purpose.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 39 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Olympian and Australian Baseball League GM Paul Gonzalez, just days after a major announcement about Brisbane 2032’s Olympic venues.

Paul reflects on his journey from gang-heavy neighbourhoods in Texas to playing professional baseball all over the world—including a stop in Brisbane that changed his life.

He opens up about wearing the green and gold at two Olympics, what beating Team Japan meant to him, and why baseball’s Olympic future still hangs in the balance for Brisbane 2032.

They dive into everything from Aussie pathways, athlete wellbeing, and transition planning to the booming rise of the ABL’s streaming platform and the business behind building a sport without mainstream backing.

From Michael Jordan stories to insights on building purpose-driven sports careers, Paul delivers wisdom, vision, and a clear-eyed take on why community—and not medals—might be the Olympics’ greatest legacy.

⚾ A masterclass in perspective, perseverance, and playing the long game—on and off the diamond.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 38 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley chats with Steph Fretwell—netball star, Commonwealth Games gold medallist, and all-time flatpack enthusiast—about chasing childhood dreams, learning hard truths, and finally hanging up the green and gold dress on her own terms.

Steph opens up about the VCR moment that lit the fire at age six, why she moved interstate to chase a contract, and how one brutally honest chat on a jog changed everything. She shares the highs of playing for Australia, the heartbreak of missing goals in major finals, and the mental battles that come with elite sport.

From her first Diamonds debut to cramping her way through a World Cup semi, Steph reflects on performance pressure, learning to love feedback, and why the “glory” position isn’t always as glamorous as people think.

💬 Raw, funny, emotional and packed with lessons—this one hits like a buzzer-beater from just outside the circle.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 37 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Ron Shell—CEO of the National Pickleball League—to talk about growing a sport from retirement homes to a nationwide movement with Prosecco nights, sponsors, and Olympic dreams.

Ron shares how a random invite in the US turned into a full-blown obsession, why pickleball is more than just a game, and how he’s using business smarts from his PointsBet startup days to build a sport that’s part fitness, part fun, and all community.

From indoor courts in South Melbourne to professional drafts, dating events, and branded leagues, Ron is out to make pickleball Australia's next big thing—and he’s already making serious noise (literally, the paddle pop is real).

🏓 A fresh perspective on sport, startups, and how showing up with a paddle might just change your life.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 36 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Elyse Villani, Australian cricketer, to discuss her journey in the sport, the evolution of women’s cricket, and how she’s rediscovered her love for the game.

Elyse reflects on her early days balancing cricket with university, the shift to full-time professionalism, and the mental challenges of selection, pressure, and performance expectations.

She opens up about the importance of self-awareness, resilience, and learning to embrace failure as part of success.

From dreaming of becoming a professional athlete to actually writing “athlete” on a customs form, Elyse shares the highs and lows of a career in elite sport, offering valuable insights for young cricketers, athletes, and sports fans alike.

🔥 Don’t miss this deep dive into the intersection of sport, business, and life.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 35 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Courtney Sippel, professional cricketer, to discuss her journey in cricket, overcoming setbacks, and finding joy in the game again.

Courtney opens up about her rise through Queensland Cricket, the challenges of professional sport, and the mental resilience required to navigate tough seasons.

She also shares insights into balancing cricket with life, making big career decisions, and how a change of scenery and mindset has helped her reset and refocus on her goals.

From playing on the big stage to handling the pressures of elite sport, Courtney provides a candid and inspiring look at the highs, lows, and lessons learned along the way.

🔥 Don’t miss this deep dive into the intersection of sport, business, and life.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 34 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with former world champion Jeff Horn to discuss his boxing career, life after sport, and his mission to combat bullying through Bullyproof Australia.

Jeff shares stories from his rise in boxing, including his unforgettable victory over Manny Pacquiao, and the mental and physical challenges that come with professional sport. He opens up about handling fame, financial decisions as an athlete, and what led him to step away from boxing.

Now focused on helping young people through his Bullyproof program, Jeff talks about the importance of mental toughness, self-belief, and turning adversity into strength—both inside and outside the ring.

🔥 Don’t miss this deep dive into the intersection of sport, business, and life.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast

In Episode 33 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Bella Nasser, Australian Rugby Sevens captain, to chat about her rise in the sport, life on the Sevens circuit, and how she balances leadership, performance, and just having fun.

Bella opens up about captaining Australia to victory, the mental side of elite sport, and why resilience and taking opportunities are key to success.

She reflects on her Olympic experience, learning from setbacks, and how she juggles both Sevens and 15s while keeping things competitive—even in backyard touch footy with her family.

From her love of team sports to the power of knowing your role, Bella shares a raw and inspiring look into the mindset of an elite athlete.

🔥 A must-watch for rugby fans, aspiring athletes, and anyone chasing their goals.

📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.

Follow us at: ⁠⁠⁠www.scoreboardpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠

insta: @scoreboardpod

y: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcast⁠⁠⁠

p: Partnership opportunities – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/⁠⁠⁠

#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast