53 episodes

On The Drive Phase, Dalton Myers hosts the best sport-related podcast in the Caribbean. This podcast will definitely give you great insight into sports in the region as well as international issues and trends affecting or contributing to the Caribbean sporting Industry. Several guests including athletes, coaches and sports administrators, as well as business leaders and athlete support personnel, will sit down with us to share their knowledge and experience. We guarantee that each topic and guest will help to give you a better understanding of the various aspects of sports business in the Caribbean.

The Drive Phase Dalton Myers

    • Sport
    • 4.5 • 11 Ratings

On The Drive Phase, Dalton Myers hosts the best sport-related podcast in the Caribbean. This podcast will definitely give you great insight into sports in the region as well as international issues and trends affecting or contributing to the Caribbean sporting Industry. Several guests including athletes, coaches and sports administrators, as well as business leaders and athlete support personnel, will sit down with us to share their knowledge and experience. We guarantee that each topic and guest will help to give you a better understanding of the various aspects of sports business in the Caribbean.

    Producer's Corner: The State of Football - Club, Regional and International

    Producer's Corner: The State of Football - Club, Regional and International

    In the Play of the Day, Producer, Rosheika Grant returns for The Producer’s Corner to discuss “The State of Football: Club, Regional and International”.
    Guest: Machel Turner, Sport Administrator
    Football Analyst and Sport Coordinator at the University of Technology, Jamaica
    In this episode, Machel, Dalton and Rosheika discuss “The State of Football: Club, Regional and International”. They share their views on the recently concluded seasons of top football leagues across the world and the international competitions that will be taking place this summer.  
    The trio also speaks about:
    Chelsea Football Club winning the UEFA Champion’s LeagueThe picks for top performers in the English Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue 1Favourites for Euro 2020Dark Horses for Euro 2020Copa America and their expectations The CONCACAF Gold Cup Jamaica’s chances of doing well in the Concacaf Gold CupThe Reggae Boyz’ and their push to be a part of the 2022 FIFA World Cup 
    Connect with Machel:

    Twitter
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    Connect with Rosheika:

    Twitter
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    Check out our website: www.thedrivephase.com 

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    • 45 min
    Marita Marshall: Covid-19, Physical Therapy and Return to Sport in the Caribbean

    Marita Marshall: Covid-19, Physical Therapy and Return to Sport in the Caribbean

    In this episode, Physiotherapist and Clinical Director at Physiotherapy & Optimal PerformanceServices (POPS) Marita Marshall, discusses Covid-19-  Physical Therapy and Return to Sport in the Caribbean. The Barbadian shares her thoughts on the role of physiotherapy in athlete development as we look to the safe return of sport in the region. Marita has served as Physiotherapist for Cricket West Indies women’s team and gives advice to athletes, coaches and officials on ways to ensure they can train and compete; as well as injury management and prevention advice as they return to the field of play. 

    Marita also talks about:
    Some of the common injury she sees in professional sportPrecautions physiotherapists have to take now as you look to treat athletes and officialsThings athletes and coaches should be mindful of as they look to resume sportThe role of physiotherapy in the CaribbeanAdvice for youngster who wants to become a physiotherapist
    Marita also talks about her decision to become an entrepreneur and the impact of covid-19 on her business. She also explained how she has been able to navigate the issues and challenges associated with the pandemic to continue operating and providing service to clients.
    You can follow or contact Marita:
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    Check out our website: www.thedrivephase.com 

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    Feel free to follow us on Social Media
    YouTube: The Drive Phase Media
    Twitter: @thedrivephaseja
    Facebook: The Drive Phase
    Instagram: Thedrivephase
     

    • 43 min
    Fedrick Dacres and Traves Smikle

    Fedrick Dacres and Traves Smikle

    In this episode, Olympic Discus throwers Fedrick Dares and Traves Smikle discuss their career as professional athletes. The Jamaicans share their plans for the 2021 season and how they overcome struggles to be at the top of the event. Traves and Fedrick talk about their brotherly bond outside of the ring but their fierce competition over the years. 
    They also speak about:
    The role of coach Julian Robinson on their livesOvercoming injuries over the yearsThe impact of the annual High School Boys and Girls Athletics championship on their careerAdvice for young athlete who wants to become a professional athleteBoth Fedrick and Traves share their top three most memorable moments in their career so far as well as their worst moments as professional throwers.

    Check out our website: www.thedrivephase.com

    You can listen to The Drive Phase on any podcast directory. Here are a few:

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    Feel free to follow us on Social Media
    YouTube: The Drive Phase Media
    Twitter: @thedrivephaseja
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    Instagram: Thedrivephase
     

    • 1 hr 34 min
    Donald Oliver: The voice of sporting history, creating memories

    Donald Oliver: The voice of sporting history, creating memories

    In the “Play of the Day”, Dalton speaks with Sports Producer and Commentator, Donald Oliver. 
    In this episode, Donald discusses sport journalism and commentary in a changing world. He shares his inspiration for his documentary, “Alia: Darling of the Pool”, the production of the project and his aspiration to produce more documentaries locally. 

    Donald also speaks about:
    How he got started in sport journalism The importance of sport commentary to broadcasting Challenges of modern sports journalism and commentating  How he rebounds from errors made during commentaryDonald discusses working on major projects including the London 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2014 FIFA World Cup and addressing the challenges to constantly improve their products. 

    Other topics discussed are:
    Advice for young sport journalists Sport Commentators that inspires him (Peter Drury, Brian Rickman, Simon Crosskill and Lance Whittaker)Most memorable moments in sport commentary (from his commentary and other broadcasters)Expectations for the Tokyo 2020 Summer OlympicsIn our new feature, Donald’s knowledge about Manchester United Football Club is tested in 60 seconds. In the “Podcast Pick”, Sports Event Management: The Caribbean Experience by Leslie-Ann Jordan, David Truly and Ben Tyson is recommended by Dalton. 
    Connect with Donald on:
    thedonaldoliver.com
    Twitter
    Instagram
    Check out our website: www.thedrivephase.com 

    You can listen to The Drive Phase on any podcast directory. Here are a few:
    Stitcher Podcast
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    Feel free to follow us on Social Media
    YouTube: The Drive Phase Media
    Twitter: @thedrivephaseja
    Facebook: The Drive Phase
    Instagram: Thedrivephase
     

    • 46 min
    Shanieka Ricketts: Trust the process - Be patient with yourself

    Shanieka Ricketts: Trust the process - Be patient with yourself

    In the “Play of the Day”, Dalton speaks with World Championship and PanAmerican Triple Jump silver medallist Shanieka Ricketts. In this episode, Shanieka discusses the phases of her career. She explained why she chose to specialise in the triple jump instead of the long jump and the level of discipline that it takes to master her event.

    Shanieka also speaks about:
    Her decision to attend the Vere Technical High School despite being from St ThomasHer student-athlete experience abroad and the motivation to return to Jamaica to train post-collegeThe improvement in her career since returning to Jamaica and how she stayed motivated while adjusting to her return The 2019 RJRGLEANER Awards Sports Woman of the Year Nominee shared details about her fairytale season in 2019 and how it changed her life.
    Other topics discussed are:
    The dynamic and experience of her husband, Kerry Lee Ricketts being her coachThe importance of Jamaican field event competitors doing well to increase participation in events besides track The issues and opportunities that came with the pandemic for her preparation for Tokyo 2020Advice for young track and field athletesWhat she wants her legacy to be and her post-track and field aspirationsAiming for the national recordConnect with Shanieka:
    Instagram
    Facebook
    Check out our website: www.thedrivephase.com 

    You can listen to The Drive Phase on any podcast directory. Here are a few:
    Stitcher Podcast
    Apple Podcast
    TuneIn
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    Feel free to follow us on Social Media
    YouTube: The Drive Phase Media
    Twitter: @thedrivephaseja
    Facebook: The Drive Phase
    Instagram: Thedrivephase
     

    • 34 min
    Producer's Corner: Issues and Opportunities for Women in Sport in the Caribbean

    Producer's Corner: Issues and Opportunities for Women in Sport in the Caribbean

    In this episode, Rosheika is joined by Jamaican distance flag-bearer Aisha Praught-Leer OLY, Media and Communication Specialist Marsha Boyce, Sports Journalist, Karen Madden and Logistics Manager, Dr Carol Long to discuss Issues and Opportunities for Women in Sport in the Caribbean. They share the challenges that female athletes face from adolescence to professional athletes including wage disparity, visibility and sport administration. 
    They also speak about:
    The cultural shift that is necessary to sustaining participation in sports for girls after adolescenceSafeguarding children in sport by creating structures and environment that are safe for children to thrive and competeEmpowering women in sportsThe ladies also discussed the impact of the pandemic on female sports along with the disparity between the attention given to the restart of male sports and female sports. 
    Other topics discussed are:
    The importance of diversity in decision making in sport administrationTargetting sponsorships for female sportsRegional female athletes and the rationale behind their lack of advocacy on issues affecting women in sport The importance of women in sports being visible to influence girls in sport The role of male leadership to women in sport thriving in the industry Connect with Rosheika:
    Twitter
    LinkedIn
    Check out our website: www.thedrivephase.com 

    You can listen to The Drive Phase on any podcast directory. Here are a few:
    Stitcher Podcast
    Apple Podcast
    TuneIn
    Google Podcast
    Feel free to follow us on Social Media
    YouTube: The Drive Phase Media
    Twitter: @thedrivephaseja
    Facebook: The Drive Phase
    Instagram: Thedrivephase

    • 56 min

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4.5 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings