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Our host Max Becker takes us on the journey of the lives of sporting stars, their careers, struggles, growing up and of course a few laughs along the way!

  1. 3D AGO

    Elle Armit: Inside Australia’s Olympic Water Polo Campaign | #241

    In episode 241, Max chats with Australian water polo Olympian Elle Armit! Elle takes us inside the reality of chasing Olympic success - from the years of preparation and sacrifice required to make the Australian team, to the emotional rollercoaster of competing at the Olympic Games. She shares the moment she received the life-changing phone call telling her she’d been selected for the Olympics, what it’s really like walking into the Olympic Village for the first time, and the unforgettable semi-final where the Aussie Stingers defeated the USA in a dramatic penalty shootout to book a place in the Olympic gold medal match. Elle also opens up about the journey behind the scenes - fighting for selection across multiple Olympic cycles, navigating coaching changes, and the relentless standards required to stay at the top of international sport. Plus, we discuss the often unseen side of elite performance - the emotional comedown after the Olympics, balancing life as a school teacher while training and competing at the highest level, and the complex feeling of standing on the podium with an Olympic silver medal. A fascinating conversation about resilience, high performance, and what it truly takes to compete on the world’s biggest stage. All this and much more in episode 241 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.podcast/sportingmax.podcast/

    35 min

  2. MAR 9

    Kim Keedle: Inside F1 High Performance & Oscar Piastri’s Rise | #240

    In episode 240, Max chats with former McLaren Formula 1 Performance Manager Kim Keedle! Kim takes us inside the world of Formula 1 high performance - from preparing drivers for the physical demands of racing at over 300km/h to managing the relentless global travel, media commitments, and pressure of a 24-race season. We dive into Kim’s work with Oscar Piastri, including the moment he realised the young Australian was different while working with him in Formula 2, and what it takes physically and mentally to make the leap to Formula 1. Kim also shares insights into how F1 drivers train, why neck strength and endurance are critical for racing under extreme G-forces, and what separates fast drivers from world champions - including why competitiveness and mindset matter just as much as physical preparation. Plus, Kim discusses his transition away from Formula 1 and into the startup world, working alongside Daniel Pratt and Matt Spangher on Pocket Mentor - an AI-powered mentorship app designed to bring elite coaching frameworks and performance principles to everyday people. All this and much more in episode 240 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

    25 min

  3. MAR 3

    Ryan Hoover: Inside the NBA Trade Deadline & Building the Bucks’ 2021 Championship | #239

    In episode 239, Max chats with Milwaukee Bucks Vice President of Global Scouting Ryan Hoover! Ryan takes inside what it’s really like inside the front office during the NBA trade deadline. From the intensity of deadline decisions to the process of identifying and developing elite talent, this is a rare look into how decisions are made at the highest level. We dive into the Bucks’ approach to scouting, why relationships and character matter just as much as talent, and the philosophy behind building a championship roster. Ryan also breaks down what makes Giannis Antetokounmpo different - and why the best in the world aren’t just talented, but wired differently. Plus, stories from his journey - from working for free in the Detroit Pistons video room to helping build a championship team in Milwaukee - and what he’s learned from being around some of the best players and leaders in the game. A must-listen for anyone interested in high performance, talent identification, and what it really takes to win at the elite level. All this and much more in episode 239 of Sporting Max!

    23 min

  4. FEB 26

    Caleb Mitchell: From Delisted, to Starting Again & Building the Tasmania Devils | #238

    In episode 238, Max chats with Tasmania Devils player Caleb Mitchell! Caleb shares an honest look at his journey through the AFL system - from the uncertainty of draft year and training by himself to earn a shot, to the reality of being delisted and having to start again. We dive into what it’s like joining the Tasmania Devils at the ground level, helping build a club from scratch with no history, no culture, and a completely fresh identity. Caleb takes us inside one of the toughest pre-seasons in footy, designed to make the group “unbreakable,” and what it takes physically and mentally to compete at the AFL level. He opens up on dealing with self-doubt, watching peers succeed while you’re fighting to stay in the system, and the mindset required to keep showing up when things don’t go your way. We also explore the pride of representing an entire state, the opportunity in front of the Devils, and why this group is driven to create something bigger than themselves. All this and much more in episode 238 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

    20 min

  5. FEB 20

    Selwyn Griffith: Inside Melbourne’s High Performance System & Coaching Transition | #237

    In episode 237, Max chats with Melbourne Football Club Head of High Performance Selwyn Griffith! Selwyn takes us inside what it really takes to design and lead an AFL high-performance program during a coaching transition - from aligning with a new senior coach’s vision to preparing athletes to execute a new game style. We discuss how Melbourne adapted their program under Steven King, the importance of building robust and resilient athletes, and why training must be harder than the game. Selwyn breaks down how clubs manage high-speed running, sprint exposure, and the balance between performance and injury risk across pre-season and in-season. Selwyn also explains the realities of load management, why “it’s okay to be sore,” and how elite environments build both physical and mental resilience in players. We explore the challenges that come with coaching changes, the increased injury risk that comes with new stimulus, and how high-performance teams navigate that. We also dive into Selwyn’s journey from osteopath to one of the leading high-performance managers in the AFL, his time at the Brisbane Lions during their rise, and what it was like stepping into the role at Melbourne following a premiership - including dealing with imposter syndrome and leading at the highest level. All this and much more in episode 237 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

    51 min

  6. FEB 16

    Jackson Dennis: Inside AFL High Performance & Load Management | #236

    In episode 236, Max chats with GWS Giants Head of High Performance Jackson Dennis! Jackson takes us inside what it really takes to design and lead an AFL high-performance program - from mapping out an AFL pre-season to managing player loads across one of the most demanding seasons in world sport. We discuss what it’s like taking over an already successful program and carefully implementing your own philosophy without disrupting what works. Jackson explains how the Giants prepare for the speed and intensity of the “Orange Tsunami” brand, the balance between speed and strength, and how performance staff individualise training to build durability across a 26-week campaign. Jackson also opens up about working with elite talent, including helping integrate Clayton Oliver into a new environment and rehabbing champions like Nat Fyfe through complex injury battles. We explore what truly separates good AFL players from All-Australians - and why high-performance behaviours away from the club often make the biggest difference. We also dive into Jackson’s journey from sports science student at UWA to earning one of the 18 Head of High Performance roles in the AFL, the mentors who shaped him, and the mindset required to build a career at the elite level. All this and much more in episode 236 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

    28 min

  7. FEB 11

    Bodhi Uwland: From Rehab to Finals and The Mindset Shift Behind the Suns’ Rise | #235

    In episode 235, Max chats with Gold Coast Suns Player Bodhi Uwland for an honest and wide-ranging conversation on development, resilience, and what it really takes to make it at AFL level. We unpack the Suns’ pre-season under Damian Hardwick, the impact of new additions like Christian Petracca, and how standards, role clarity and system buy-in are shaping the group heading into 2026. Bodhi opens up on his personal journey growing up on the Gold Coast, coming through the Suns Academy, and navigating one of the most challenging periods of his career after fracturing his back in his draft year. He reflects on wearing a back brace 23 hours a day, the mental toll of an open-ended rehab, and how he earned respect while sidelined during his first year on an AFL list. The conversation also explores the value of northern academies in player development, the moment he was dropped for the first time and how he responded, and what changes when a new coach arrives with a clean slate and clear expectations. Plus, the Suns’ first-ever finals win - the emotion of that moment, and the shift from rehabilitation to genuine belief and performance at the highest level. All this and much more in episode 235 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

    32 min

  8. FEB 7

    Ivan Mitrovic: What Do NBA Scouts Really Look For in Players? | #234

    In episode 234, Max is joined by Washington Wizards NBA scout Ivan Mitrovic for a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how elite talent is identified, evaluated, and projected at the highest level of basketball. Ivan takes us through his journey from growing up in Belgrade and playing across Serbia, the US, and Luxembourg, to building his own Balkan-based scouting service and earning a call-up to the NBA in 2023. He opens up on how his early playing experiences shaped his eye for the game and why scouting is about projecting who a player will become, not who they are today. We dive deep into the realities of modern talent identification - how scouting has changed with social media, NIL, and increased access to film and data, why early physical dominance can be misleading, and the traits scouts value most when assessing long-term upside. Ivan breaks down how risk is evaluated, why basketball IQ and decision-making are often undervalued, and how personality, competitiveness, and cultural fit can separate prospects at the highest level. Ivan also reflects on scouting generational talents like Luka Dončić and Nikola Jokić, shares insight into Alex Sarr’s development path through Perth, and explains what NBA teams are really looking for when projecting international prospects across Europe, Australia, and beyond. A fascinating, inside look at global scouting, player development, and the decisions that shape the future of the NBA. All this and much more in episode 234 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

    25 min
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Our host Max Becker takes us on the journey of the lives of sporting stars, their careers, struggles, growing up and of course a few laughs along the way!

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    Sporting Max
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    255
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