The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket Podcast

In April 2022 Anna Hylands won her first point to point race. In today’s heart-warming podcast the Devon based primary school teacher discusses the challenges she went through to lose over 9st in weight, from fit club, to running two London Marathons to fulfil her dream.  

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Former England Test player Kathryn Leng is joined with cameo performances from International all rounders Tina Gough (Germany) and Roberta Moretti Avery (Brazil) to review England’s recent one-off Test against South Africa at Taunton. Kathryn reveals her thoughts on the three incredible centuries scored in the Test match by Nat Sciver, Alice Davidson Richards and Marizanne Kapp giving her own personal touch to the innings by Test debutant Alice, who she fondly refers to as ADR! The trio cover their own personal highlights of the match which featured four exciting new debutants for the home side. In a game which was eventually ruined by rain our International panel of all rounders speak out in favour of more Test matches played over 5 days. Women’s Test Cricket – It’s got to be 5 days! Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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Roland Butcher is back to review England’s Test cricket action now in Bazball style. The former England Test player give his insights into England’s new coach Brendan McCullum and new skipper Ben Stokes. The duo who have just led England to four successive exciting Test victories against New Zealand and India chasing more than 270 in each match. In ‘The Chase is On’ Roland also talks about Eoin Morgan’s impact on the England white ball side following his recent resignation as captain. Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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Ladies Day at Newmarket’s July Festival is a special day for horse racing fans. For Newmarket residents Cheryl Scotland -Wigg and her mum Sandra they have Ladies Day at home but still go the trouble of getting the right dress, hat, shoes and even a swimming costume for the occasion. Cheryl’s lounge is converted into a VIP enclosure, a buffet is prepared, guests are invited and after enjoying the action on the television they retire to the hot tub. A Ladies Day at Home like no other. Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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In Episode 135 & Part 2 with Lisa Keightley, the England Head Coach chats about tough times living in bubbles, the Ashes and the World Cup in New Zealand where England reached the final. Lisa discusses what England need as a team to challenge the mighty Australians along with her thoughts on the future of the women’s game. A 360 degree view of her life as England’s head coach since her appointment in late 2019. Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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In the first of two episodes Lisa Keightley, the former Australian star batter and now England's Head coach joins The Paddock and The Pavilion. In this week’s episode Lisa chats about her cricketing beginnings, which for an Aussie was not influenced by her three brothers, World Cup highs and lows, Ashes glory and her century against England at Lord’s in 1998, where she became the first woman to score an International century at the home of cricket. The podcast moves on to her successful coaching days with New South Wales, Australia and the Perth Scorchers. Next week in Episode 135 we continue Lisa’s coaching journey as the Head Coach of England. Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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In Part 4 of The Road to Recovery Gavin Ashton updates us on his journey back to the saddle. Gavin again opens up on what he has learnt during his recovery. The young jockey’s comeback is growing nearer as he prepares to move back to his stable in Germany. A ride in the German Derby on Sunday 3 July remains his target. Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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Sam Freedman is a new member of the Freedman training dynasty in Melbourne and in this episode I spoke to the 26 year old about his short career in horse racing and his burgeoning partnership with his Dad, Anthony. Sam discusses what it is like to work with his Dad, the two years he spent in Newmarket as the pupil assistant to Roger Varian, the growth of Australian racing along with his time playing club cricket for March Town CC in Cambridgeshire. With Royal Ascot starting on the 14 June Sam gives his insight into the Australian runners at the prestigious meeting including their own horse Artorius, who is entered in the Platinum Jubilee Stakes. Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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In Part 3 of The Road to Recovery Gavin Ashton is in upbeat mood following better news of his injury after the physical and mental frustrations he was going through in Part 2. A return to riding in Germany is now the immediate target. Please subscribe to us on Amazon Music, Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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Sean Magee a personal friend of Lester Piggott and author of Lester’s Derbys gives a heartfelt tribute to the legendary jockey who passed away on Sunday 29 May. Sean who interviewed Lester on many occasions gives his insight into the character of one of the most iconic sportsmen of the 20th century. From his first win aged 12 in August 1948 on The Chase, his nine Derby’s, to his sensational comeback on Royal Academy at the Breeders’ Cup in 1990 Sean reveals what made Lester special. Lifelong friend Frank Conlon, who worked with him at Henry Cecil’s Warren Place stables in the early 1980 adds his own personal thoughts about Lester.

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