Cricket Mind Podcast

Nathan Wood & Briony Brock
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The Cricket Mind Podcast explores the mindset, psychology, and decision-making behind high performance in cricket. Hosted by Nathan Wood and Briony Brock from Cricket Mind Online, each episode breaks down the mental skills that help players focus, perform, and succeed under pressure. With insights from sport psychology, coaching experience, and real conversations with cricketers and high-performance experts, Nathan and Briony share practical tools to improve confidence, concentration, emotional control, performance routines, and match awareness. You’ll learn how to train your mind with the same intention as your technique — and apply strategies that create consistency, resilience, and clear decision-making. Whether you’re a player aiming to make more impact, a coach developing young cricketers, or a parent supporting your child’s journey, this podcast gives you simple, actionable methods to enhance performance and enjoy the game more. Play the way you see it. Learn more at www.cricketmind.online

  1. -13 h ·  Vidéo

    The Truth About Talent Pathways & Trials

    Why do so many talented young cricketers stop enjoying the game? And do players really need to be in a talent pathway from a young age to have a realistic chance of becoming a professional cricketer? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by ECB Level 4 coach and coach developer Ben Silver for an honest conversation about talent pathways, cricket trials, player development, coaching overload, and what actually helps young cricketers improve over the long term. Ben has worked across county cricket, England pathways, ECB Disability Cricket, and high-performance coaching — giving him a unique perspective on what coaches and selectors really look for, why some players thrive while others burn out, and how young cricketers can develop without losing their enjoyment of the game. Alongside this, Ben also works with Cricket Mind Online as a high-performance coach, helping players optimise the quality of their training and practice routines. In this episode: What selectors actually look for in cricket trialsWhy “high ceiling” players stand outThe truth about county age-group pathwaysWhether players need early pathway selection to succeedWhy some talented players stop enjoying cricketCoaching overload and social media cricket adviceThe importance of messy practice and game-based learningWhy player development is rarely linearWhat parents should really focus on Timestamps: 00:00 — Jimmy Anderson and the Lancashire U15 “B” team 02:05 — Introducing Ben Silver 03:17 — What coaches and selectors look for at trials 07:33 — Risk vs reward during cricket trials 11:13 — Confidence, bravery and coachability 16:35 — Do players need to be in talent pathways early? 22:57 — Why some talented players stop enjoying cricket 34:38 — Are young cricketers being over-coached? 42:42 — Long-term development vs short-term winning 55:58 — What “messy practice” actually means 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. 🏏 Learn more about Cricket Mind Online: www.cricketmind.online 📩 Get in touch: info@cricketmind.online 📱 Follow Cricket Mind Online: Instagram: @cricket.mind.onlineYouTube: @cricket.mind.podcast • • Facebook: cricket.mind.online

    1 h 6 min

  2. 17 mai

    You’re Not Unlucky | A Coach & Player Perspective

    Why do some players stay in cricket for years… while others quietly drift away? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by coach Laura de Silva and player Charlotte Bernstein for a powerful conversation about confidence, pressure, enjoyment, and the environments that keep players coming back. This episode offers a unique perspective from both sides of the same environment — a coach working to build meaningful relationships and supportive cultures, and a young player experiencing those environments firsthand. The conversation explores girls’ cricket, but the lessons apply across the game for players, parents and coaches alike. In This Episode:Why players really drop out of cricketThe importance of confidence and enjoymentWhy “unlucky” is banned in Laura’s coaching environmentsBuilding strong coach–player relationshipsPressure, expectations and performanceThe difference between boys’ and girls’ cricket environmentsHow coaches can create environments players want to return toWhy support matters more than frustrationManaging cricket alongside GCSEs, school and lifeThe role friendships play in long-term engagementWhy great environments help players perform better Timestamps:00:00 – Are we still losing too many players from cricket? 01:01 – Introducing Laura de Silva & Charlotte Bernstein 02:56 – What makes players want to keep turning up? 06:01 – What great coaches do differently 14:11 – What makes a strong coach–player relationship? 22:44 – Building real confidence in players 27:32 – Why “unlucky” is banned 30:06 – Pressure, expectations and performance 38:15 – Have you ever thought about quitting cricket? 45:06 – Why there still aren’t enough female coaches in cricket 🌐 Website: Cricket Mind Online 📩 Get in touch:Email: info@cricketmind.online 📱 Follow Cricket Mind Online:Instagram: @cricket.mind.onlineYouTube: @cricket.mind.onlineTikTok: @cricket.mind.online If you enjoyed the episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another player, parent or coach involved in the game.

    49 min

  3. 3 mai

    More Nets Won’t Fix Your Match Performance

    Why do so many cricketers perform well in nets… but struggle in matches? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock answer listener questions around early-season performance struggles — from confidence and expectations to training that doesn’t transfer into games. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve “gone backwards” despite a strong winter, this episode will help you understand why — and what to do about it. In this episode:Why how you feel before batting doesn’t predict performanceThe real reason nets don’t transfer into matchesWhy early-season struggles are completely normalHow chasing past performances can hold you backHow to respond to a poor team performance as a coachWhy run outs are so common early season (and how to fix it) ⏱ Timestamps00:00 Intro – Are players training the wrong way? 01:13 Should you trust how you feel before batting? 03:57 Nets vs matches – why it feels different 07:30 “I’ve gone backwards after scoring a 50” 12:16 Coaching after a poor team performance 18:13 Why run outs happen early season 27:20 Outro & listener questions 📩 Get in touchGot a question for a future episode? Send it in via: 📸 Instagram: @cricket.mind.online 📘 Facebook: @cricket.mind.online 🌐 Website: https://www.cricketmind.online 📧 Email: nathan@cricketmind.online

    28 min
  4. The Dark Art of Wicketkeeping

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    The Dark Art of Wicketkeeping

    Why is wicketkeeping often described as a “dark art”… and why is there nowhere to hide when things go wrong? 🎙️ Episode SummaryIn this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by Lancashire cricketer Ellie Threlkeld to explore the mental demands of wicketkeeping. Ellie shares her experiences of keeping and captaining at the highest level — from managing concentration and decision-making to dealing with mistakes and supporting young wicketkeepers. This is a must-listen for players, coaches and parents looking to better understand one of the most unique roles in cricket. In this episode:Why wicketkeeping is often misunderstoodThe mental demands of being involved in every ballManaging concentration during “silent periods” in gamesWhy wicketkeeping is mentally more draining than it looksHow to respond to mistakes and avoid things snowballingThe balance between instinct and technical thinkingLeadership challenges as a wicketkeeper-captainHow psychology influences performance and team culturePractical advice for coaches working with young keepersSimple ways parents can support developing wicketkeepers ⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Chris Scott, Brian Lara and “nowhere to hide” 01:18 – Introducing Ellie Threlkeld 02:05 – The “dark art” of wicketkeeping explained 07:21 – What people don’t see (and don’t appreciate) 08:30 – Managing concentration ball-to-ball 11:10 – Why wicketkeeping is mentally draining 13:47 – The isolation of being a wicketkeeper 22:17 – Dealing with mistakes and resetting 30:48 – Pre-ball routines and staying present 40:12 – Ellie’s psychology journey and leadership 51:28 – How coaches can support wicketkeepers 56:10 – Ellie’s advice for young wicketkeepers 🔗 Get in touch🌐 Website: www.cricketmind.online 📧 Email: nathan@cricketmind.online 📱 Instagram: cricket.mind.online 📘 Facebook: cricket.mind.online 🎧 Enjoying the podcast?If you enjoyed this episode, make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes — and please leave a rating or review to help more players, coaches and parents find the show.

    59 min
  5. Spin Bowling in England Is in Trouble

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    Spin Bowling in England Is in Trouble

    Spin bowling in England is in trouble — so what actually needs to change? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, we’re joined by former Kent and Nottinghamshire spinner and leading coach Rob Ferley. We explore why spin bowling is struggling in England, what makes a spinner effective in matches (not just in nets), and how coaching, environments, and captaincy all shape development. Rob also shares his thinking behind Square One Cricket — a new initiative aiming to rethink how players learn and progress in the game. In this episode:What actually makes a good spinner (beyond technique)The psychological challenges spinners face — and why they’re often misunderstoodWhy spinners struggle to transfer performance from nets to matchesHow captains can get more (or less) out of their spinnersWhat we’re getting right — and wrong — in coaching spinPractical advice for young spinners looking to improveInside Square One Cricket and its vision for the future Timestamps00:00 – Spin bowling in England is “in a bit of a pickle" 00:42 – Introducing Rob Ferley 04:24 – What makes a good spinner? 08:14 – Progression, passion, and development environments 18:49 – Psychological challenges of spin & managing pressure 23:58 – Getting hit as a spinner: thoughts, feelings, behaviour 27:38 – Do captains get the best out of spinners? 40:17 – How should we coach and develop young spinners? 49:52 – The art vs science of spin bowling 55:22 – Square One Cricket: concept and vision 🔗 Get in touch / Links🌐 Website: https://www.cricketmind.online 📩 Email: nathan@cricketmind.online 📱 Instagram: cricket.mind.online Square One Cricket:https://squareoneeducation.co.uk 🎧 Enjoyed the episode?If you found this helpful, make sure you subscribe to The Cricket Mind Podcast and leave a rating or review — it really helps us grow and reach more players, parents, and coaches.

    1 h 4 min
  6. The Long Road | Rohan Luthra

    29 mars

    The Long Road | Rohan Luthra

    The journey through cricket is rarely straightforward. In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock speak to Cheshire-based all-rounder and Loughborough student Rohan Luthra, who is currently finding his way through the game. Rohan is studying at Loughborough University and has recently had a taste of Cheshire 1st XI cricket, as he looks to establish himself at that level. From early success and setbacks to playing across different environments — including time spent training in India — this is an honest conversation about what it takes to keep improving in the game. In this episode:What progression in cricket really looks likeLearning from early success and setbacksThe experience of stepping into senior cricketAdapting across different teams and environmentsLessons from training and playing in IndiaUnderstanding performance beyond just resultsManaging confidence and expectationsThe realities of developing as a young cricketer Chapters00:00 – Breaking through: pressure & reality 01:01 – Early journey: Loughborough, Cheshire & first-team exposure 03:39 – Early success & chasing a “formula” 06:42 – Setbacks, deselection & proving yourself 17:15 – Ambition, progression & long-term thinking 27:20 – Stepping into Cheshire first team cricket 31:56 – Life as a club pro: pressure, expectations & performance 44:42 – Learning from the top: India Test team experience 53:33 – Training in India: volume, repetition & development 59:54 – Managing performance, mindset & multiple team 01:09:14 – Advice for young players & final reflections Enjoying the podcast?If you’re finding these episodes useful: Follow / Subscribe so you don’t miss future episodesLeave a rating and review — it really helps more people find the show Get in touch / Send in your questionsWe’d love to hear from you: 🌐 www.cricketmind.online 📧 nathan@cricketmind.online 📸 Instagram: @cricket.mind.online 📘 Facebook: /cricket.mind.online 🎧 Next episodeFormer Kent spinner and Level 4 coach Rob Ferley joins us to talk all things spin — from technique and mindset to how to coach and captain spin bowlers.

    1 h 17 min
  7. Why One Bad Innings Can Ruin Your Whole Week

    22 mars

    Why One Bad Innings Can Ruin Your Whole Week

    Why does one bad innings ruin your whole week? In this episode of the Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock answer listener questions from players, parents and coaches — exploring why mistakes feel so heavy, and how to handle them better. From the pressure of public stats to the emotional fallout of getting out, this episode tackles some of the most common — and challenging — moments in cricket. The conversation covers: The pressure of public stats and feeling judgedWhat coaches should (and shouldn’t) say after mistakesSupporting young players through frustration and disappointmentManaging conflicting advice from multiple coachesHelping children transition from softball to hardball cricket A practical, honest discussion to help you think differently about performance, development, and the environments we create around the game. ⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Opening hook 00:20 – Introduction 01:03 – Q1: Feeling judged by public stats (Play Cricket) 09:10 – Q2: How coaches should respond to mistakes 14:23 – Q3: Managing emotions after getting out 20:55 – Q4: Conflicting advice from multiple coaches 30:09 – Q5: Fear of hardball cricket in young players 38:00 – Reflections on fear & transition to hardball 38:44 – Episode wrap-up begins 39:00 – Next episode preview (Rohan Luthra) 🔗 Follow & Connect🌐 www.cricketmind.online 📧 nathan@cricketmind.online 📱 Instagram: @cricket.mind.online 📱 Facebook: @cricket.mind.online ⭐ Enjoying the podcast?If you found this episode helpful, make sure you’re following the show on your preferred platform so you don’t miss future episodes. And if you’re able to leave a quick rating and review, it really helps more people find the podcast.

    40 min
  8. Why Good Fielders Still Drop Simple Catches

    15 mars

    Why Good Fielders Still Drop Simple Catches

    Why do good fielders still drop simple catches? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood is joined by Paul Tweddle, Assistant Coach and Fielding Coach at Somerset CCC, to explore why fielding mistakes happen — even at the top level — and what players can do about them. From the psychology of dropped catches to the habits and training methods used in professional cricket, this episode breaks down what separates reliable fielders from inconsistent ones. Episode Chapters00:00 A dropped catch and the psychology of fielding 01:49 Introducing Paul Tweddle 05:19 Why fielding mistakes affect confidence 08:49 Fundamentals vs mindset in fielding 12:46 What elite fielders do differently 17:56 Communication and energy in the field 23:57 Fielding culture in professional teams 31:31 How professional teams train fielding 40:46 Can anyone become a good fielder? 53:50 Fielding and selection in the modern game 58:47 The future of fielding Online Workshop – Making Pre-Season CountIf you’re a young cricketer preparing for the upcoming season, we’re running an online workshop designed to help players prepare properly for the year ahead. Making Pre-Season Count is a one-hour session covering: • How to structure your pre-season training • How to prepare mentally for the season ahead • How to build confidence before your first match 🎟 Places cost £25 Book your place here: www.cricketmind.online/events Send Us Your QuestionsNext week Briony Brock returns to the podcast and we’ll be answering listener questions. If there’s something you’d like us to discuss on the show, you can send your questions via: Website: www.cricketmind.online Email: nathan@cricketmind.online Instagram: @cricket.mind.online Facebook: @cricket.mind.online Subscribe to The Cricket Mind PodcastIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a rating or review on your podcast platform. It helps more players, coaches and parents discover the show.

    1 h 7 min
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The Cricket Mind Podcast explores the mindset, psychology, and decision-making behind high performance in cricket. Hosted by Nathan Wood and Briony Brock from Cricket Mind Online, each episode breaks down the mental skills that help players focus, perform, and succeed under pressure. With insights from sport psychology, coaching experience, and real conversations with cricketers and high-performance experts, Nathan and Briony share practical tools to improve confidence, concentration, emotional control, performance routines, and match awareness. You’ll learn how to train your mind with the same intention as your technique — and apply strategies that create consistency, resilience, and clear decision-making. Whether you’re a player aiming to make more impact, a coach developing young cricketers, or a parent supporting your child’s journey, this podcast gives you simple, actionable methods to enhance performance and enjoy the game more. Play the way you see it. Learn more at www.cricketmind.online

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    Nathan Wood & Briony Brock
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  • Épisodes
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