Taha Kemara is one of the most talented players in the country, he's fast, he's tough, he has an incredible skillset and more importantly he is a champion lad! For a 21 year old he has certainly experienced plenty of highs and lows from the game already some parts that stood out for me were..- Growing up as a bigger sized kid which lead him to playing prop until college.- His time at Hamilton Boys and the influence Nigel Hotham had on him- Signing with the Crusaders for 3 years straight out of school- How he's learnt from Richie Mo'unga, Aaron Cruden, Fergus Burke, James O'Connor, Stephen Donald in his first few years.- He shares his memory from the moment he ruptured his bowel in the NPC- The challenges involved with moving away from home- What lies ahead and heaps more.As you'll hear Taha is such a good human, hard to believe he is only 21! The potential he has is massive and I'm sure you will enjoy following his journey after hearing what a lad he is!EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/whatalad Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Robbie Flynn- Fans Favourite
After 5 years of What a Lad here is one of your selected favourite episodes with the great Robbie Flynn. Robbie is was widely regarded as one of the most talented players in the country but as we all know talent will only get you so far. The beauty of this episode is how honest Robbie is with what held him back from fulfilling his potential. Robbie Flynn really should be a household name. He should be known as a rugby player who played at the highest level, with the natural talent that he had. Unfortunately, Robbie blew chance, after chance, after chance, as he struggled with self discipline and like many talented kids, he just kind of expected things to happen.Hearing Robbie talk about his upbringing was incredible and to say he had a tough start to life would be a massive understatement. His love for rugby throughout the episode is clear and self confidence that he has is refreshing to hear.I hope you all find this episode as inspiring and funny as I did and if you know a young talented athlete please send it on to them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Andy Ellis- What a Lad
Andy Ellis is one of the most well connected lads on the planet and after this episode it’s clear to see why. He’s the ultimate ‘yes man’, happy to give anything a crack which is evident by his list of achievements.Some of his achievements include…➖ Hosting the no1 TV show in NZ ‘Moving Houses’➖ Having the no1 song in NZ with C-City Brothers➖ Hosted the morning radio show➖ Qualified landscaper➖ Business owner of Black Origin (Wagu Beef), Gravity (internet company), Hello Kiwi (internet domains)➖ NPC winner with Canterbury➖ Super Rugby winner with the Crusaders➖ RWC winner with the All Blacks➖ Japan Top League winner with Kobe➖ MLR winner with New YorkSo there is obviously plenty to talk about in this one and Andy is a natural story teller and it’s easy to see why he is so well respected, he is just a massive lad! Plenty of gold advice throughout that I’m sure you’ll enjoy and if you do please give it a share to anyone else you think might enjoy it as well.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/whatalad Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Harry Wilson- What a Lad
Harry Wilson in 2023 missed out on the Wallabies RWC squad and was even struggling to make the Australia A side! Fast forward to 2024 and he is not just in the Wallabies but he's captaining his country to some of the best form they have been in for a long time. For the last 5 years Harry has been one of the best loose forwards in Super Rugby, where his work rate and collisions are up there with the best in the world! At only 25 years old, he's got a massive future still ahead of him!Some other parts that stood out for me in this one were..His mindset off a goal line dropoutHearing his pathway to the Wallabies through Brothers Rugby Club and the RedsWhy he choose rugby over cricketHow he dealt with being in and out of the Wallabies for several yearsWhere he feels Australia Rugby is at right nowWhy he decided to stay in Australia for 4 more years And all of your questions!As you'll hear Harry is the ultimate lad, just a good human who loves his footy and a good time. He's the type of guy you'd love to follow into a battle! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kyle Preston- What a Lad
Kyle Preston is someone who deserves every bit of success he gets. His work ethic is unmatched and to hear his journey and how he has stuck to the plan even when he wasn't getting the rewards was truely inspiring. Having had one of the all time great Super Rugby debuts a few weeks ago scoring 3 tries, it was an opportunity for Kyle to show the world he was as ready as he knew he was. Whether it was doing body weight exercises till tears, kicking and passing at the park by himself for 2-3 a day or avoiding all junk food from a young age, Kyle has definitely made plenty of sacrifices to get his opportunity.Some other parts that stood out for me were..Where this drive for Kyle to train like he does come fromHow he handled non selection for being "too small"How hard the juggling of roofing and chasing the professional rugby dream isWhy he decided to move to the Crusaders over his hometown HurricanesKyle clears the air on who is dad really isAnd heaps more!As you'll hear Kyle is committed to being the best player he can be and its clear that he has a huge future ahead of him. I hope you enjoy the episode and if you do please give it a share. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What a Lad is a podcast by James Marshall who talks to some of the biggest names and best lads on the planet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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