The Locker Room Podcast - from DSS Coaching

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Join the DSS Coaching crew of coaches and performance specialists, featuring Dr Ciaran Deely, Steven Poacher, Ross Bennett, Barry Mullane, and Brendan Delaney, as they dive into the dynamic world of coaching, sport science, and performance. This podcast delivers expert analysis of the latest action, tactical trends, and modern coaching techniques, while also exploring sports performance, S&C, and performance support services. With special guests and engaging discussions, it’s the perfect listen for coaches, players, and fans eager to elevate their game!

  1. May 25

    'Talent ID in the Youth Development Phase (YDP)' - with Ciaran Deely & Ross Bennett

    🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series 🎧 Episode Title: Talent ID in the Youth Development Phase (YDP)   Host: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ross Bennett (Head of Integrated Performance at QPR FC)   In this episode, Ciaran is joined by Ross Bennett for a practical discussion around Talent Identification in the Youth Development Phase (YDP) and what really goes into identifying, assessing, and developing young players within academy environments.   Drawing on experiences from both the boys’ and girls’ pathways, the conversation explores how coaches assess not just performance now — but long-term potential.   📌 Topics include: • 🔍 Recruitment, scouting, and academy trial processes • 🧠 Using the FA 4-corner model to assess players • 📈 Current performance vs future potential • 📏 Relative age effect, maturation, and late developers • 💎 The “rough diamond”, maverick, and project player • ⚽ Differences between boys’ and girls’ academy pathways   🎧 Listen here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/00XRjE5PtPYX66yTVaPiL2?si=d7dfd3b266cb45d1&nd=1&dlsi=5d0ae5e2c7ca40d5 Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2 ----------------- 🎓 The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by www.DSScoaching.ie – your home for Gaelic Football & Hurling coaching content.   🧠 Membership includes: • Weekly GAA coaching & S&C videos • CPD webinars, eBooklets & blogs • Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching • Private coaching forums & member discounts   💶 Membership Options: €15/month or €150/year (2 months free!)   Use Coupon Code ‘POD20’ to get 20% off your first monthly or annual subscription   📲 Follow us: Twitter: @CiDeely @DeelySport @BarryMullane1 @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC Facebook: /DSScoaching YouTube: DSS Coaching Channel

    45 min

  2. Apr 16

    'Planning the Pre-Season Training Programme' - with Ross Bennett

    🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Performance Series 🎧 Episode Title: Planning the Pre-Season Training Programme Host: Ross Bennett (Head of Integrated Performance at QPR FC)   In this Coaching Insights Series episode, Ross Bennett delivers a short, practical breakdown of how coaches can effectively plan and structure their pre-season training programme.   Ross simplifies the process into three key phases, giving coaches a clear framework to follow when preparing their teams for the season ahead.   📌 Topics include: • 🗂️ Planning and organising your pre-season structure • 🔄 Managing the initial return from the off-season • 📈 Progressing the training programme over time   🎧 Listen here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/00XRjE5PtPYX66yTVaPiL2?si=d7dfd3b266cb45d1&nd=1&dlsi=5d0ae5e2c7ca40d5 Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2   -------   🎓 The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by www.DSScoaching.ie – your home for Gaelic Football & Hurling coaching content.   🧠 Membership includes: • Weekly GAA coaching & S&C videos • CPD webinars, eBooklets & blogs • Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching • Private coaching forums & member discounts   💶 Membership Options: €15/month or €150/year (2 months free!)   Use Coupon Code ‘POD20’ to get 20% off your first monthly or annual subscription   📲 Follow us: Twitter: @CiDeely @DeelySport @BarryMullane1 @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC Facebook: /DSScoaching YouTube: DSS Coaching Channel

    15 min

  3. Mar 25

    'Video Analysis for Coaches – From Match Prep to Player Development' - with Ciaran Deely & Ross Bennett

    🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series 🎧 Episode Title: 'Video Analysis for Coaches – From Match Prep to Player Development' Host: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ross Bennett (Head of Integrated Performance at QPR FC)   In this episode, Ciaran is joined by Ross Bennett for a practical conversation on how coaches can use video analysis effectively across the full coaching process — from youth level right through to senior and inter-county environments.   📌 Topics include: • ⁠ 🎯 Using video for match preparation and opposition analysis •⁠  ⁠📊 Structuring simple and effective match reviews •⁠  ⁠👤 Supporting player development and IDPs through video •⁠  ⁠🧩 Working with units and position-specific learning •⁠  ⁠📱 Building player ownership using platforms like Hudl, Veo, and Performa Sports   🎧 Listen here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/00XRjE5PtPYX66yTVaPiL2?si=d7dfd3b266cb45d1&nd=1&dlsi=5d0ae5e2c7ca40d5 Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2   🎓 The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by www.DSScoaching.ie – your home for Gaelic Football & Hurling coaching content.   🧠 Membership includes: • Weekly GAA coaching & S&C videos • CPD webinars, eBooklets & blogs • Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching • Private coaching forums & member discounts   💶 Membership Options: €15/month or €150/year (2 months free!) Use Coupon Code 'POD20' to get 20% off your first monthly or annual subscription   📲 Follow us: Twitter: @CiDeely @DeelySport @BarryMullane1 @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC Facebook: /DSScoaching YouTube: DSS Coaching Channel

    41 min

  4. Mar 12

    'How to be a great Assistant Coach!' - with Ciaran Deely & Ross Bennett

    🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series 🎧 Episode Title: 'How to be a Great Assistant Coach!' Host: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ross Bennett (Head of Integrated Performance at QPR FC)   In this episode, Ciaran is joined by Ross Bennett for a practical conversation on the role of the assistant coach and how they can best support a head coach in a team environment.   📌 Topics include: • 🤝 Building a strong working relationship with the head coach • 🏃 The assistant coach’s role in training sessions • 🎮 Matchday responsibilities and game observation • 👥 Supporting player development and communication with players • 📊 Contributing through analysis, operations, and organisational support   🎧 Listen here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/00XRjE5PtPYX66yTVaPiL2?si=d7dfd3b266cb45d1&nd=1&dlsi=5d0ae5e2c7ca40d5 Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2   🎓 The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by www.DSScoaching.ie – your home for Gaelic Football & Hurling coaching content.   🧠 Membership includes: • Weekly GAA coaching & S&C videos • CPD webinars, eBooklets & blogs • Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching • Private coaching forums & member discounts   💶 Membership Options: €15/month or €150/year (2 months free!) Use Coupon Code 'POD20' to get 20% off your first monthly or annual subscription   📲 Follow us: Twitter: @CiDeely @DeelySport @BarryMullane1 @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC Facebook: /DSScoaching YouTube: DSS Coaching Channel

    43 min

  5. Feb 26 ·  Video

    What should a new Manager & Head Coach focus on? - with Ross Bennett MSc

    🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Insights Series Hosted by: Ross Bennett (DSS Coaching) 🎧 Episode Title: What should a new Manager & Head Coach focus on? - with Ross Bennett MSc In this short 10 minute episode of The Locker Room Podcast, Ross breaks down the 6 priorities that a new Manager or Head Coach should focus on when joining a new team or for a new season. This is the first in the new Coaching Insights Series from DSS Coaching, in which we use short-format podcast episodes and videos. Enjoy and we would love to hear your feedback and thoughts on it! Listen here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2 ---------------- The video is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie J oin today to get exclusive access to our upcoming coaching & sport science webinars, weekly videos of Gaelic football, Hurling, and S&C practices and activities, along with blogs, vlogs, member-led discussions. Sign up to the DSS Coaching Platform today for great rates: €15 for 1 month €150 for 12 months (2 months free)   As part of your DSS Coaching membership, you will get access to Gaelic Football Practices & Games, fitness and gym programmes for your players & coaches, session plans, fitness sessions, videos, blogs, vlogs, gym programmes, videos of training games & practices. Also discounted prices on Gaelic Football and Hurling Games eBooklets, alongside our 2026 Periodised Season Training Planner. Also check out our extremely popular new Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching Remember to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Find us on Facebook: / DSScoaching Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC

    11 min

  6. 12/10/2025

    Coaching at Foundation & Youth Development Phases

    🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series 🎧 Episode: Coaching the Child & Youth Player at Foundation Phase (FP) & Youth Development Phase (YDP): How We Actually Develop Players Host: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ross Bennett (Head of Integrated Performance, QPR FC) In this episode, Ciaran is joined by Ross Bennett for a practical conversation on what long-term player development really looks like — from U9s to senior level. 📌 Topics include: • 🔍 What “development” actually means • 🧠 What to focus on at different age grades • 🎯 Balancing freedom and structure • 🎲 Why variety & unstructured play matters • 📈 What separates players who progress   Listen here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/00XRjE5PtPYX66yTVaPiL2?si=d7dfd3b266cb45d1 YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2   🎓 The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by www.DSScoaching.ie – your home for Gaelic Football & Hurling coaching content. 🧠 Membership includes: • Weekly GAA coaching & S&C videos • CPD webinars, eBooklets & blogs • Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching • Private coaching forums & member discounts 💶 Membership Options: €15/month or €150/year (2 months free!) 📲 Follow us: Twitter: @CiDeely @DeelySport @BarryMullane1 @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC Facebook: /DSScoaching YouTube: DSS Coaching Channel

    42 min

  7. 12/02/2025

    Coaching Roundtable with John Divilly, Aidan O'Rourke, Shane Keegan, & Steven Poacher

    🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series Hosted by: Steven Poacher (Leitrim Senior Football Manager) Guests: • John Divilly (Galway Senior Football Coach, 2020–2025) • Aidan O'Rourke (Kildare Senior Football Coach) • Shane Keegan (Wexford Senior Hurling Coach) In this special Locker Room Podcast episode, Roscommon senior football manager Steven Poacher hosts a lively and insightful coaching roundtable ahead of the upcoming Coach Education Day at St Joseph’s High School, Newry — taking place on Saturday, December 13th, from 10:00am to 12:30pm. Steven is joined by an all-star panel of inter-county coaches to preview the event and explore some of the key themes that will be addressed on the day. Topics discussed in this episode include: • 🧠 Scenario-Based Coaching – creating learning environments that reflect match demands • 🔄 The Evolution of Gaelic Football – how tactics and styles have changed in recent seasons • ⚙️ Preparing Players for Performance – what elite coaches focus on across physical and tactical areas • 💬 Coaching Influences – the mentors, thinkers, and methods shaping how today’s top coaches work Whether you're attending the Coach Education Day or simply looking to improve your coaching craft, this roundtable offers valuable insights straight from the sidelines of inter-county football and hurling. Listen here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96 YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2 The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by www.DSScoaching.ie – your home for Gaelic Football and Hurling coaching content. Become a DSS Coaching member to access: Weekly video content across GAA coaching, S&C & player development CPD webinars, downloadable eBooklets & exclusive blog content Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching Community forums & discounts on premium resources Membership Options: €15 for 1 month €150 for 12 months (2 months free!) Follow us: Twitter: @CiDeely @DeelySport @BarryMullane1 @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC Facebook: /DSScoaching YouTube: DSS Coaching Channel

    31 min

  8. 11/18/2025

    Managers, Head Coaches, Specialists & Selectors - What's the Story?

    Managers, Head Coaches, Specialists, & Selectors – What’s the Story? Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ross Bennett (Head of Integrated Performance, QPR FC)   In this thought-provoking episode of The Locker Room Podcast, Ciaran is joined by Ross Bennett, Head of Integrated Performance at QPR FC, to unpack the ever-evolving world of coaching and management structures in modern sport.   Drawing on his experience across professional football and multi-disciplinary performance environments, Ross brings clarity to the often-muddled landscape of roles—whether you're dealing with managers, selectors, head coaches, or performance specialists.   This episode explores:   • The current coaching and support structure in professional football —and how it compares to setups in Gaelic Games. • The evolution of terminology: from “selectors” to “specialists”—what's in a name, and does it matter? • Building effective backroom teams—common mistakes and lessons from professional setups. • Advice for GAA clubs: how to use a Head of Methodology/Coaching; having a sounding board; getting the best out of your staff; and how to pick a starting team! • Striking the right balance between challenge and support in coaching dynamics.   Whether you’re managing a county panel or setting up a club coaching team, this episode offers practical insight on structuring your environment for success.   Listen here: Apple: http://buff.ly/3mgU6IU   Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96   YouTube: http://buff.ly/36sGDJ2   The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by www.DSScoaching.ie  – your home for Gaelic Football and Hurling coaching content.   Become a DSS Coaching member to access: - Weekly video content across GAA coaching, S&C & player development - CPD webinars, downloadable eBooklets & exclusive blog content - Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching - Community forums & discounts on premium resources   Membership Options: €15 for 1 month €150 for 12 months (2 months free!)   Follow us: Twitter: @CiDeely @DeelySport @BarryMullane1 @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @markdeely @BD_CorkGDC Facebook: /DSScoaching YouTube: DSS Coaching Channel

    45 min
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Join the DSS Coaching crew of coaches and performance specialists, featuring Dr Ciaran Deely, Steven Poacher, Ross Bennett, Barry Mullane, and Brendan Delaney, as they dive into the dynamic world of coaching, sport science, and performance. This podcast delivers expert analysis of the latest action, tactical trends, and modern coaching techniques, while also exploring sports performance, S&C, and performance support services. With special guests and engaging discussions, it’s the perfect listen for coaches, players, and fans eager to elevate their game!

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