The Drive Phase

Dalton Myers

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.

  1. 16/06/2021

    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 LinkedIn 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

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

    10/05/2021

    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: Facebook 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 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

    44 min
  3. Fedrick Dacres and Traves Smikle

    03/05/2021

    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: 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

    1h 35m
  4. Donald Oliver: The voice of sporting history, creating memories

    20/04/2021

    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 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

    47 min
  5. Shanieka Ricketts: Trust the process - Be patient with yourself

    30/03/2021

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

    35 min

  6. 22/03/2021

    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
  7. Stephanie-Dale Yee Sing: Choose To Challenge

    08/03/2021

    Stephanie-Dale Yee Sing: Choose To Challenge

    In our International Women's Day Feature, FIFA Assistant Referee, Stephanie-Dale Yee Sing discusses her journey. She described her experience as an assistant referee at the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup in France. She shares how she got started in refereeing and her decision to choose to become a professional referee over her football career.  Stephanie also speaks about: Some challenges she has faced over the years in her careerHow she has overcame the obstacles that come with being an assistant refereeInteractions with her male peersThe value of International Women’s Day How she is able to keep motivatedThe 2019 recipient of the Chairman's award at the RJRGLEANER National Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year Awards also explains how she feels to have been shortlisted by FIFA for the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand and what lessons she will take from her 2019 experience in 2023.  Other topics discussed are: The preparation and training that goes into be adequately prepared for the World Cup  How it feels to be recognised by local stakeholdersHighlights and low moments of her careerHer support systemAdvice for young women interested in officiatingHer goals for the futureConnect with Stephanie: 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

    49 min
  8. Rovman Powell: Lessons on a Journey to success

    22/02/2021

    Rovman Powell: Lessons on a Journey to success

    In this episode, Cricket West Indies player and Jamaica Scorpion captain Rovman Powell discusses his recent his cricketing journey including some of his personal highs and lows. He also shares how the pandemic has impacted sports in the region including the teams he has played with since 2020.  He speaks about the performance of the Jamaica Scorpions in the 2021 Super50 Cup. Rovman also speaks about: His personal contribution to the Jamaica Scorpions so far in the 2021 Super50 Cup The role that his sport scholarship at the University of the West Indies, Mona enabled him to achieve his career goalsHis choice for cricket as a professionThe role of his mother in his development and as a support system His close relationship with former Jamaican cricketer and coach, Robert Samuels   Rovman also speaks his relationship with Floyd Reifer. He also shares what he believes is crucial to improving the state of the Jamaica Tallawahs to ensure that they have a better season than they have had over the last few seasons. Other topics discussed are: Chris Gayle and Andre Russell and their decision to leave the Jamaica Tallawahs’ franchise Young Jamaican players he is looking forward to being a part of the Jamaican franchisesPlaying with his cricketing heroes such as Kumar Sangakkara and Dale SteynHighest and lowest moments in his professional careerHis long and short-term goals  Connect with Rovman:            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 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

    36 min
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Ratings & Reviews

4.5
out of 5
11 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Dalton Myers
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2021
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 The Drive Phase
  • Show Website
    The Drive Phase