Tasmanian Takeover

Tasmanian Takeover
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Tasmanian Takeover is the ultimate independent home for fans of Tasmania’s premier sporting teams, delivering unfiltered, high-energy coverage made by fans, for fans. If you are looking for the latest news, match previews, and deep-dive reactions on the Tasmania Football Club or The Tasmania JackJumpers Basketball Club, you are in the right place. 🏀 The Ants Nest: Your go-to podcast for all things Tasmania JackJumpers and NBL action. 🏉 Devils Den: Your definitive fan pod for all things Tasmania Devils VFL and AFL list builds.

  1. 1 July

    Is This a Penguin Finals Preview ? | Devils vs Box Hill Preview | DEVILS DEN

    After a performance so brutal against the Lions that we couldn't even bring ourselves to record a review video, the boys are licking their wounds and looking ahead. The fixture certainly doesn’t get any easier as the 5th-placed Devils head up to the Northwest to take on the 4th-placed, red-hot Box Hill Hawks in a massive top-five clash! We are absolutely pumped to be playing at Dial Park in Penguin for the Tasmania Football Club's only game in the Northwest this year. The Northwesterners are sports mad, and we expect a massive, packed-out crowd to bring the noise. In this episode, we unpack: The Brisbane Reality Check: Breaking down the staggering -52 mark differential (121 to 69) and how coming up against 11 full-time AFL-listed players served as a massive learning opportunity for our part-time squad. Scouting the Hawks: Why Box Hill are the kings of the close game (winning 4 out of 6 games decided by less than two goals) and the massive threat posed by ball-magnets Sam Butler and Henry Husthwaite. The bets.com.au Player to Watch: Welcoming back the "King of the North" Brad Cox Goodyear. Why his big-bodied midfield grunt, cool head, and experienced footy brain are exactly what we need to steady the ship under pressure. Lift Them Up: Fred hands out a "bum pat" to an absolute jet of a bloke, Sam Siggins. We break down why we need him to bust his guts, throw his body around, and potentially swap roles with Hugh Dixon to get his hands back on the footy. Devil's Den EXCLUSIVES & Rumours: We reveal the jumper numbers for our new pieces, with Aiden Begg taking over Max Mapley's #38 and Patrick Walker stepping into Jaxon Artemis's #24. Plus, hot rumours that Begg might suit up for a two-ruck system this very weekend! The Hunt for the AFL Coach: Nathan Buckley has had his first formal interview, with Ken Hinkley and John Longmire closely linked. JD and Fred debate who fits the Tasmanian culture best—do we want Longmire's quiet composure, Buckley's star power, or Hinkley's bit of "rat bag" passion? Match Predictions: Fred is backing a 9-point bounce-back win with a massive "Air Leary" masterclass, while JD fears the Hawks' AFL-depth might be too much to overcome. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Welcome to the Den: Licking our wounds after a rough Friday night 01:48 - Round 15 Match Overview: Taking the Devils to Dial Park in Penguin 03:09 - Analyzing Box Hill: The Kings of the close game & structural execution 04:44 - Stemming the bleeding: Chasing the corridor run and matching senior intensity 06:49 - The Mark Deficit: Why the 121 to 69 stat line killed us against Brisbane 07:45 - Part-Time vs. Full-Time: Giving the boys a pass on a brutal 5-day turnaround 08:50 - Opposition Threats: Can we stop Sam Butler and Henry Husthwaite? 10:26 - The Tasmanian Hawks Invasion: Bizarre scheduling at UTAS Stadium 12:33 - bets.com.au Player to Watch: The return of the King of the North, Brad Cox Goodyear 16:37 - "Lift Them Up" Segment: Why Sam Siggins needs a big response this week 20:15 - Devil's Den Exclusive: Aiden Begg (#38) and Patrick Walker (#24) number reveal 21:47 - Selection Rumours: Will Aiden Begg suit up and unleash a two-ruck system? 23:03 - Coach Hunt: Nathan Buckley, John Longmire, and Ken Hinkley interview updates 24:16 - The Premiership Myth: Defending Ken Hinkley's record and coaching style 27:01 - Final Tips & Predictions: A 9-point thriller or a 20-point Hawks victory? 28:41 - Help us hit 200 subs & Wrap Up 🎯 HELP US HIT 200 SUBSCRIBERS! We are still sitting a little bit below our major milestone of hitting 200 subscribers by our upcoming game against the Gold Coast Suns. 🤝 SPONSOR Thank you to our sponsor, bets.com.au, for all your betting advice, tips, and sports news articles. Always remember to gamble responsibly. #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #TassieFooty #TheDevilsDen #BoxHillHawks #DialPark #BradCoxGoodyear #SamSiggins #AFLCoach #TheMapIsBack

    30 min

  2. 24 June

    PREMIERS IN TROUBLE? Time for a Devils Demolition! | Devils vs Brisbane Preview | DEVILS DEN

    After massive, statement-making wins over AFL-aligned giants North Melbourne and Richmond, the Tasmania Devils are flying high. But can we keep this brutal competition dominance alive when we head north to face last year’s AFL Premiers? In this episode of The Ants Nest, JD and Freddy break down the upcoming clash against the Brisbane Lions VFL side at Brighton Homes Arena. The Lions are languishing at 22nd on the ladder, struggling for depth, and fluffing around with the footy—but with a brutal 5-day break and a massive Tassie-to-Brisbane temperature shock on the cards, is this a classic trap game for the boys? In this episode: 📊 The Opposition Breakdown: Why the stats show Brisbane's star-heavy AFL strategy has left their depth utterly exposed. 👀 Player to Watch: Bailey Boag is back from local footy with an absolute fire lit under him. Can he crack the MVP votes this week? 🤝 Lift ’em Up: The boys put a big arm around Archie Wilkinson to help him strip it back to basics and find his rhythm again. 📰 Major Team News: Welcoming lightning-fast mid-season draft pick Aiden Begg (the next Luke Jackson?!) and elite kicking machine Patrick Walker to the squad. 🎟️ Membership Madness: Seated memberships sold out in under two hours! 🔮 Bold Predictions: Will Freddie's 29-point margin hold up, or will JD's massive 15-clearance prediction for Leary and Bogue come true? 🚀 HELP US HIT 200 SUBSCRIBERS! 🚀 We have a massive goal to hit 200 subscribers by the time we take on the Gold Coast. If you love the show, hit that Subscribe button! It helps you know the exact second a new pod drops, and it helps us grow the community. It’s a pure win-win. As JD always says: If you love the pod, tell your friends. If you hate it, tell your enemies—we don't care who watches! 😂 Drop your score predictions and thoughts on our new signings in the comments below! 👇 🏆 SPONSOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT A massive thank you to our major partner bets.com.au for bringing you this episode. For the best sports betting advice, expert tips, and breaking news articles, head over to bets.com.au. Imagine what you could be buying instead. For free and confidential support, call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au. Please remember to gamble responsibly. #TasmaniaDevils #TheAntsNest #VFL #AFL #TasmaniaTakeover #TheMapIsBack

    29 min

  3. 18 June

    He Chose Tassie Over West Coast! 🤯 | Nelson Beikoff-Smart Interview | DEVIL'S DEN

    We have been waiting to get this guy on the show since the preseason, and after two games under his belt, he is officially a fan favorite! This week on the Devil's Den—the FOR Fans by Fans podcast—JD and Fred sit down with one of the state's newest Tasmanians, Nelson Beikoff-Smart! From growing up on the Gold Coast and running out alongside current AFL regulars to braving the muddy, freezing elements at UTAS Stadium, Nelson gives us the ultimate inside look at his journey to the Devils. In this exclusive interview, we unpack:- The Gold Coast Academy: Playing alongside monsters like Jed Walter and Will Graham since he was 8 years old, and how that environment forced him to find his edge. - Accidental Tassie Boy: Why he turned down options in the West to move across the straight, and how David Swallow inspired him to become a foundation player. - The "Bickies" Origin Story: The truth about how Fred completely messed up his name, how the locker room has officially adopted the nickname "Bickies," and what his Auntie Jayne thinks about it. - Hurricane Football: What it’s really like to play in a freezing Tasmanian downpour, why he regrets not changing his socks at halftime, and the story behind that massive goal from outside 50. - Rapid Fire: The hardest teammates to tackle at training, why he had to cut his iconic long blonde hair, and his absolute favorite potato chip flavor. ⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 - Welcome back to the Den: JD returns & introducing Nelson Beikoff-Smart 01:44 - Rugging up for the Apple Isle: Surviving a Tassie Winter 02:22 - The Gold Coast Academy: Developing an edge against AFL regulars 03:50 - Autographs & Crowds: The surreal local support at North Hobart Oval 06:47 - Moving away from home with Maddox Iverak & Alicia Gordon 07:37 - Inside a high-achieving family (And a shout-out to Auntie Jayne!) 09:57 - Earning the spot: Feedback from Jeremy & playing for Glenorchy 11:34 - The art of frantic tackling & high defensive energy 15:35 - Playing in a hurricane: Freezing mud & waterlogged boots 18:59 - Halftime messages & slotting one from outside 50 21:23 - Why Tassie? Choosing the Devils over the WAFL & West Coast 23:51 - Freezing surf breaks & life away from footy at Cosgrove High 26:24 - Rapid Fire: The hardest Devils to tackle & the iconic blonde hair 31:00 - The ultimate potato chip debate: Honey Soy Chicken vs. Lime & chili 32:02 - Turning to Round 16: Our new 200 subscriber goal! 🎯 HELP US HIT 200 SUBS BY ROUND 16!We narrowly missed out on our target for the Richmond game, sitting right now at 175 subscribers. In honor of our guest, we are pivoting! We want to hit 200 subscribers by the time the Devils take on the Gold Coast Suns in Round 16. If you enjoyed listening to Nelson, please hit that SUBSCRIBE button and help us clear the line! 🤝 SPONSORA massive thank you to our sponsor, bets.com.au, for all your betting advice and sports news articles. If you or someone you know is struggling to put down the phone and keep the cash in your pocket, please remember to gamble responsibly and call the problem gambling hotline at 1800-858-858. #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #TasmanianFooty #TheDevilsDen #GoldCoastSuns #NelsonBeikoff-Smart #TheMapIsBack

    36 min

  4. 12 June

    UTAS Tiger Clash | Devils vs Richmond Preview | DEVILS DEN

    The Devils are back at UTAS Stadium this weekend following an incredible comeback win against North Melbourne! In this solo episode, Freddy steps up to the mic to break down our Round 13 clash against Richmond as Jared takes a well-deserved breather. Can the Devils lock in another four points on home turf, or will Richmond’s slingshot footy cause us trouble? We look at where the Tigers are vulnerable, the massive threat of Caleb Smith off half-back, and highlight our key player to watch! We also celebrate a massive club milestone (25k VFL members?! Wow!) , give some love to Joey Chaplin in 'Lift 'Em Up' , and look ahead to a massive bounce-back opportunity for the She-Devils. If you love the show, hit that SUBSCRIBE button! We are pushing toward our milestone of 200 subscribers and need your help to get there! If you ever want to jump on as a co-host for some banter, reach out in the comments below. Let's go, Devils! The Map is Back! 🗺️👹 00:00 – Welcome back to the Den! (Solo Mission) 00:45 – Opposition Breakdown: Richmond's Strengths & Depth Issues 02:15 – Danger Man: Shutting Down Caleb Smith 04:10 – Player to Watch: The Rise of Nick Williams 06:45 – Lift 'Em Up: Why Joey Chaplin is Primed for a Big Game 08:30 – Devils Club News: 25k Members & Reserved Seating Drop! 10:15 – She-Devils Preview vs. Richmond 11:50 – Freddy's Bold Predictions (Hugh Dixon for 5?!) 13:30 – Wrap Up & How to Join the Show Subscribe to the channel: Help us hit 200 subscribers! Follow the Facebook Page: Stay interacting with our online community. Brought to you by: bets.com.au – For all your betting advice, tips, and news articles. Always remember to gamble responsibly. #TassieDevils #VFL #AFL #TasmanianDevils #DevilsDen #AFLW #SheDevils #TasmanianFooty ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS🔗 SUPPORT THE DEN

    15 min

  5. 9 June

    Brutal to Beautiful: Epic Comeback vs the Roos! | Devils vs North Melbourne Review | DEVILS DEN

    An ugly first half meant absolutely nothing as the Devils came storming home in a massive last quarter against the Kangaroos! We are dissecting an incredible, heart-stopping win right here on the Devil's Den—the For Fans by Fans podcast.That first half was brutal and hard to watch, but the boys turned it around when it mattered most to secure an awesome victory.In this episode, JD and Fred break down:Fred's Microphone Mishap: Fred issues a public, heartfelt apology to VFLW star Grace White after pulling off an awesome interview, only to realize the microphone was muted the entire time.The Tactical Turnaround: How the Devils survived a brutal first half to completely dominate the final term.The Geordie Payne Revenge Game: Did our player to watch deliver against his old side? We review his ferocious pressure.The Selection Table Dilemma: With major structural decisions looming, we debate what the coaching staff does next.Fred's Fitness Challenge: Fred shares a shameless plug about smashing out 250 push-ups in a single day for the Push-Up Challenge.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 - Welcome to the Den: An Ugly First Half & A Storming Last Quarter00:42 - Fred’s Public Apology: The Muted Grace White Interview02:00 - Match Analysis: Dissecting the Brutal First Half06:30 - The Last-Quarter Surge: How the Devils Stormed Home11:15 - Player Review: Tracking Geordie Payne's Impact15:40 - Selection Table & Coaching Decisions Moving Forward20:10 - Subscriber Update: Our Journey to 200 Subs by Round 1224:30 - Coach Selection Hunch: Re-addressing Fred's Timeline26:57 - Shameless Plug: Fred’s 250 Push-Up Challenge🎯 HELP US HIT OUR GOAL!Remember our new subscriber goal: we are pushing to hit 200 subscribers by our massive double-header against Richmond in Round 12! If you’ve made it this far, please hit that SUBSCRIBE button, leave a comment, and drop a like to support the show.If you want to support Fred on Facebook for his Push-Up Challenge as he tries to hit his $500 goal, look him up under Daniel G Webster!🤝 SPONSORA massive thank you to our awesome sponsors, bets.com.au, for supporting the podcast. Head over to their site for all of your gambling, betting, and general sports news articles. Please always remember to gamble responsibly.#TasmaniaDevils #VFL #TasmanianFooty #TheDevilsDen #NorthMelbourneKangaroos #VFLW #PushUpChallenge #TheMapIsBack

    29 min

  6. 4 June

    Will Geordie step up? | Devils vs Kangaroos Preview | DEVILS DEN

    After a challenging month with two losses and a draw, the Devils are finally back home at North Hobart Oval! This Saturday, June 6th at 10:05 AM, the boys face their second AFL-aligned opponent of the year in North Melbourne. It’s an early start time due to a massive double-header, with the She Devils kicking off right after at 1:35 PM. Between the frosty morning dew, the skinny pockets of North Hobart, and a high-stakes tactical matchup, this is shaping up to be an absolute "marsupial melee" broadcast live on Fox. In this episode, JD and Fred break down: The Opposition Threat: North Melbourne is fresh off a win over the Gold Coast. We look at their frantic forward-handball system and why we need to watch out for their high-quality rotation players. Player to Watch: Geordie Payne gets the nod against the side that originally took him pick one in the mid-season draft. With Jaxon Artemis gone, it's time for Geordie to unleash his ferocious tackling game off half-back. Lift Up: We give a hair tussle and a pat on the bum to Harry "Haybales" Bayles. We want to see the flying mullet at full speed using his elite foot skills to cause maximum damage. Massive Club News: Reserve seat memberships are finally going on sale June 16th! Plus, earth-moving trucks and major construction officially start on the new stadium next week —will there be a bit of Duggan precast concrete in the footings? Fred's Bold Prediction: Fred drops a mirror-image tip from last week, backing the Devils to bounce back by 21 points, alongside a wild goal-kicking prediction for Zach Adams. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Welcome to the Den: Back Home at North Hobart Oval 01:04 - Opposition Breakdown: Scouting North Melbourne's System 02:49 - The North Hobart Factor: Skinny Pockets & Morning Dew 05:28 - North's Danger Men: Zach Fisher & Lockie Doveston 10:00 - Player to Watch: Geordie Payne's Ultimate Revenge Game 14:20 - Lift Up: Unleashing Harry "Haybales" Bales & The Flying Mullet 17:45 - Double Header News: Support the She Devils 19:01 - Ticket Warning: Reserve Seat Memberships Going On Sale 20:15 - Stadium Construction Update: Diggers on Site Next Week 22:08 - Coach Whispers: The Coaching Race Dissected 24:25 - Bold Predictions: A 21-Point Win & Fred's Wild Zach Adams Tip 25:50 - Help Us Hit 200 Subs & Community Comment Shoutouts 🎯 HELP US HIT OUR GOAL! We are currently sitting at 161 subscribers. We need exactly 40 more subscribers in the next week to hit our target of 200 subscribers by our massive double-header against Richmond! If you love getting notifications for when me and Fred are talking shit about the football, hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Keep the YouTube comments coming—we love reading your points of view, even if you're taking the absolute piss out of Fred's goalpost theories! 🤝 SPONSOR A massive thank you to our sponsor, bets.com.au, for all your betting advice and news articles. Please always remember to gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Contact the National Gambling Hotline at 1800 858 858. #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #TasmanianFooty #TheDevilsDen #NorthMelbourneKangaroos #GeordiePayne #NorthHobartOval #TheMapIsBack #VFLFooty

    28 min

  7. 3 June

    Bad Kicking = Bad Footy | Devils vs Port Melbourne Preview | DEVILS DEN

    The Devils traveled over to ETU Stadium for a massive clash against Port Melbourne, and what a game it was! Tassie fans showed up in droves, completely outnumbering the home crowd three to one , but a heartbreaking final quarter saw the Devils go down 100 to 104 in an absolute nail-biter. Bad kicking is bad footy. While our direct territory game plan had the Borough completely baffled at times , kicking 14 goals and 16 behinds ultimately cost us the four points. In this episode, JD and Fred dissect the match review, detailing: The Game Style Clash: How Port Melbourne completely abandoned their kicking game to try a high-volume, modern handball-wave style. The Kaine Baldwin Problem: Port's key forward got completely off the chain to boot six goals. Was the defensive experiment worth it? Our Unstoppable Left-Footer: Hugh Dixon takes out the Man of the Match with an absolute quadruple-double style performance across the ground. Under the Radar: Cameron Owen steps up big time to carry the ruck load , plus we look at the young talent waiting in the wings. The Leaderboard Shuffle: The top six are completely bunched up as we take a look at the voting leaderboard. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Welcome back to the Den: Reviewing a Heartbreaker 01:45 - Match Recap: Crowd Turnout & Bad Kicking is Bad Footy 02:57 - The Tactical Shift: Port Melbourne’s New Handball Wave 04:15 - Stemming the Flow: Ben Hobbs Gets Loose 05:23 - By the Numbers: Breaking Down the -70 Disposal Stat 07:42 - The Final Quarter Squander & A Wild Goalpost Theory 11:30 - Man of the Match: Hugh "The Huge" Dixon’s Quadruple-Double 14:35 - Honorable Mentions & The Return of Zach Adams 15:15 - Under the Radar: Cam Owen Dominates the Stoppages 18:09 - Ruck Depth Rumors & Lauderdale Prospect Spotlight 20:51 - Match Voting: 5 Chocolate Votes for Huge Dixon 24:55 - Leaderboard Shuffle: The Spread of Goal Kickers 26:09 - Selection Debate: Is There Room for Sam Siggins? 28:11 - Help Us Hit 200 Subs & Wrapping Up 🎯 HELP US HIT OUR GOAL! We are on the march to hit 200 subscribers by our massive Round 12 double-header against Richmond! If you love independent, fan-driven Tasmanian footy content , hit that SUBSCRIBE button, leave a comment, and drop a like! 🤝 SPONSOR A massive thank you to our sponsor, bets.com.au, for supporting the show. Head over to their site to check out some great non-gambling articles and sports news. If you are utilizing their gambling advice, please remember to always gamble responsibly. If you are struggling to stop gambling, help is available. Call the National Gambling Hotline on 1800 858 858. #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #TasmanianFooty #TheDevilsDen #PortMelbourneBorough #HughDixon #VFLFooty #TheMapIsBack

    31 min

  8. 29 May

    How do the Devils replace Artemis and Mapley? | Devils vs Port Melbourne Preview | DEVILS DEN

    After a week off, the Devils are hitting the road to face Port Melbourne for the second time this season! Last time we met at UTAS Stadium, it was an absolute nail-biter with the Devils walking away with a tight 101 to 93 victory. Can the boys bring the heat and get the job done away from home?In this episode, JD and Fred break down the massive tactical shift ahead of the clash. We dive deep into:- The Max Roney Role: With Jaxon Artemis heading to the AFL in the mid-season draft, we look at why Max Roney’s explosive dash and smarts are more critical than ever.- The Ben Hobbs Blueprint: Port Melbourne's star mid is on an absolute tear. Is a Baxter Norton hard tag the secret to shutting down their engine room?- Lift Him Up: We throw our support behind Cam Owen as he steps into the number-one ruck shoes to give us first use at the stoppage.- Match Predictions & Club News: Fred drops a massive prediction on the senior coach announcement, and JD tries his best to remember which state the game is actually being played in.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 - Welcome to the Devil's Den & Round 2 Review 02:25 - The Borough's Form & Where They Are Vulnerable 06:16 - The Ben Hobbs Blueprint: Time for a Hard Tag? 08:26 - Player to Watch: Max Roney & The Artemis Void 11:55 - Lift Him Up: Cam Owen Steps Into the Ruck 16:07 - Injury Updates & Fresh Faces Selection News 18:22 - The Tassie Production Line: AFL Mid-Season Draft Reaction 23:10 - Match Predictions & Senior Coach Hunch 🎯 HELP US HIT OUR GOAL! We are chasing 200 subscribers by our massive Round 12 double-header against Richmond! If you love Tasmanian footy and want fan-driven content, hit that SUBSCRIBE button and smash the like button! 🤝SPONSOR: A massive thank you to our sponsor, bets.com.au, for supporting the show. Head over to their site for great sports articles and analysis. If you are utilizing their betting advice, please remember to always gamble responsibly. 18+ only. #TasmaniaDevils #VFL #TasmanianFooty #TheDevilsDen #PortMelbourneBorough #AFLDraft

    26 min
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Tasmanian Takeover is the ultimate independent home for fans of Tasmania’s premier sporting teams, delivering unfiltered, high-energy coverage made by fans, for fans. If you are looking for the latest news, match previews, and deep-dive reactions on the Tasmania Football Club or The Tasmania JackJumpers Basketball Club, you are in the right place. 🏀 The Ants Nest: Your go-to podcast for all things Tasmania JackJumpers and NBL action. 🏉 Devils Den: Your definitive fan pod for all things Tasmania Devils VFL and AFL list builds.

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    Tasmanian Takeover
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
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