🎧 Episode: Coaching the Child & Youth Player at Foundation Phase (FP) & Youth Development Phase (YDP): How We Actually Develop Players

In this episode, Ciaran is joined by Ross Bennett for a practical conversation on what long-term player development really looks like — from U9s to senior level.

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🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series

In this special Locker Room Podcast episode, Roscommon senior football manager Steven Poacher hosts a lively and insightful coaching roundtable ahead of the upcoming Coach Education Day at St Joseph’s High School, Newry — taking place on Saturday, December 13th, from 10:00am to 12:30pm.

Steven is joined by an all-star panel of inter-county coaches to preview the event and explore some of the key themes that will be addressed on the day.

Topics discussed in this episode include:

• 🧠 Scenario-Based Coaching – creating learning environments that reflect match demands

Whether you're attending the Coach Education Day or simply looking to improve your coaching craft, this roundtable offers valuable insights straight from the sidelines of inter-county football and hurling.

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🎧 Episode Title: Colm Crowley – Little Puckers, Youth Coaching & Building Grassroots GAA

In this episode of The Locker Room Podcast, Brendan sits down with Colm Crowley, founder and owner of Little Puckers and an experienced Award 2 Hurling and Football Coach. Colm has worked with Cork, Dublin, and Sligo GAA as a Games Development Officer and coached multiple club and county teams across Ireland.

From grassroots to county level, Colm shares why he’s passionate about youth development over elite adult coaching—and how initiatives like Little Puckers are shaping the future of GAA.

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Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching)

In this compelling episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Ciaran is joined by Ronan Sheehan, the influential manager of the Down Senior Hurling Team. Since taking over in 2019, Ronan has guided Down's promotion from the Christy Ring Cup, maintained their Joe McDonagh Cup status, and, most recently, earned promotion to Division 1B of the National League in 2025.

A hands-on coach who remains deeply committed to underage and grassroots levels, Ronan brings sharp insight and long-term thinking to the conversation—making this episode essential listening for those serious about developing hurling beyond the traditional strongholds.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• 🛤️ Ronan’s coaching journey to county manager, and why he still stays involved at underage and grassroots level.

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Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching)

In this engaging episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Ciaran sits down with Dr Donal Hughes, one of the most forward-thinking voices in Gaelic football goalkeeping. With a coaching approach shaped by experience, innovation, and a passion for the position, Donal has carved a unique path that blends multi-sport insight and on-the-ground goalkeeping practice.

You can reach out to Donal by email on [email protected]

And follow him on Twitter/X @GAKeeperCoach or Instagram @donaldochughesgkcoaching

The conversation delves into a range of fascinating topics that will resonate with coaches, players, and analysts alike, including:

• 🧤 Donal’s unconventional journey into goalkeeper coaching and why he chose to take a different route than the traditional badges path.

Whether you’re an underage coach, club manager, or working in an inter-county setup, this episode offers invaluable perspectives on the goalkeeping position in Gaelic football—past, present, and future.

🔊 Listen in for grounded coaching advice and plenty of takeaways to implement in your own sessions.

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As part of your DSS Coaching membership, you will get access to Gaelic Football Practices & Games, fitness and gym programmes for your players & coaches, session plans, fitness sessions, videos, blogs, vlogs, gym programmes, videos of training games & practices

Also discounted prices on Gaelic Football and Hurling Games eBooklets.

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Hosted by: Barry Mullane & Brendan Delaney (DSS Coaching)

Guest: Dr John Murphy (Lecturer in Coaching & Sport Science, SETU Waterford)

In this insightful episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Barry and Brendan are joined by Dr John Murphy, a respected coach, sport scientist, and academic currently based at South East Technological University (SETU) Waterford. Known for his evidence-informed approach, John brings a unique blend of practical and academic experience to the conversation, drawing on his current research in development squads within Camogie.

The discussion explores a wide range of thought-provoking topics for coaches and practitioners, including:

• ⚡ The evolving physical demands of hurling and how they are being tracked and responded to.

• 🔬 The integration of sport science into coaching environments to enhance performance and long-term development.

• 🧠 Balancing the physical and mental demands on teenage boys and girls in high-performance youth sport.

• 🔁 Planning for appropriate recovery between games in congested schedules.

• 💥 Applying Bielsa’s “Murderball” concept within a Gaelic Games context to push intensity and tactical learning.

• 📚 Best pedagogical practices for hurling coaches working across all age groups, focusing on athlete engagement and development.

Whether you’re a coach, teacher, or sport scientist, this episode offers plenty of food for thought on how modern methods and research can be practically applied in the GAA world.

🔊 Tune in to hear how the blend of science and coaching is shaping the future of Gaelic Games.

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€150 for 12 months (2 months free)

As part of your DSS Coaching membership, you will get access to Gaelic Football Practices & Games, fitness and gym programmes for your players & coaches, session plans, fitness sessions, videos, blogs, vlogs, gym programmes, videos of training games & practices

Also discounted prices on Gaelic Football and Hurling Games eBooklets.

Also check out our extremely popular new Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching 

Remember to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Find us on Facebook: / DSScoaching

Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC

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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie

Join today to get exclusive access to our upcoming coaching & sport science webinars, weekly videos of Gaelic football, Hurling, and S&C practices and activities, along with blogs, vlogs, member-led discussions.

Sign up to the DSS Coaching Platform today for great rates:

€15 for 1 month

€150 for 12 months (2 months free)

As part of your DSS Coaching membership, you will get access to Gaelic Football Practices & Games, fitness and gym programmes for your players & coaches, session plans, fitness sessions, videos, blogs, vlogs, gym programmes, videos of training games & practices

Also discounted prices on Gaelic Football and Hurling Games eBooklets.

Also check out our extremely popular new Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching 

Remember to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Find us on Facebook: / DSScoaching

Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

With Ciaran Deely, Alan Mullen, & Brendan Delaney.

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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie

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€150 for 12 months (2 months free)

As part of your DSS Coaching membership, you will get access to Gaelic Football Practices & Games, fitness and gym programmes for your players & coaches, session plans, fitness sessions, videos, blogs, vlogs, gym programmes, videos of training games & practices

Also discounted prices on Gaelic Football and Hurling Games eBooklets.

Also check out our extremely popular new Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching 

Remember to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Find us on Facebook: / DSScoaching

And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.

All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/

Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC