

The Locker Room Podcast - from DSS Coaching
DSS Coaching
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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May 13, 2025 • 54min
Dr John Murphy - Integrating Modern Coaching and Sport Science into Gaelic Games
Hosted by: Barry Mullane & Brendan Delaney (DSS Coaching)
Guest: Dr John Murphy (Lecturer in Coaching & Sport Science, SETU Waterford)
In this insightful episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Barry and Brendan are joined by Dr John Murphy, a respected coach, sport scientist, and academic currently based at South East Technological University (SETU) Waterford. Known for his evidence-informed approach, John brings a unique blend of practical and academic experience to the conversation, drawing on his current research in development squads within Camogie.
The discussion explores a wide range of thought-provoking topics for coaches and practitioners, including:
• ⚡ The evolving physical demands of hurling and how they are being tracked and responded to.
• 🔬 The integration of sport science into coaching environments to enhance performance and long-term development.
• 🧠 Balancing the physical and mental demands on teenage boys and girls in high-performance youth sport.
• 🔁 Planning for appropriate recovery between games in congested schedules.
• 💥 Applying Bielsa’s “Murderball” concept within a Gaelic Games context to push intensity and tactical learning.
• 📚 Best pedagogical practices for hurling coaches working across all age groups, focusing on athlete engagement and development.
Whether you’re a coach, teacher, or sport scientist, this episode offers plenty of food for thought on how modern methods and research can be practically applied in the GAA world.
🔊 Tune in to hear how the blend of science and coaching is shaping the future of Gaelic Games.
Listen here:
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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

Apr 23, 2025 • 56min
Dr Luke Woodhouse - Lessons from High Performance Sport
Hosted by Ross Bennett – The Locker Room Podcast (Performance Series)
This episode features Dr. Luke Woodhouse, PhD in Sport & Exercise Science, with experience across elite teams like the Saudi Olympic team, Wasps RFC, Leicester Tigers, England Cricket and more 🏉🏏⚽
They dive into some top insights:
•🧠 Luke’s journey across elite sports organisations
•🚨 Dealing with redundancy & preparing for career shifts
•🏏 Early days of S&C in professional cricket
•🔁 Transitioning between sports (rugby, cricket, football)
•🤝 What makes a successful MDT (Multidisciplinary Team)
Listen here:
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Spotify: https://bit.ly/49jdA96
YouTube: buff.ly/36sGDJ2
A must-listen for anyone into high performance sport, coaching, or S&C excellence!
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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 @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 28min
'Keep one, tweak one, scrap one! The FRC new rules get asked the question'
With Ciaran Deely, Alan Mullen, & Brendan Delaney.
This is part of the Coaching Series of The Locker Room Podcast
The DSS Coaching crew analyse and discuss each of the 7 new rule enhancements for men's Gaelic football.
They put forward which specific ones they believe are:
- good for the game
- need changing
- and do not make sense
Also, they discuss the implications for youth games and club matches, and why the referees are on a hiding to nothing!
Finally, Ciaran tells of his 'go & bounce', Brendan on his non-scoring attacking runs from full back, and Alan on supporters putting on northern accents to get the management team punished.
Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
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Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Jan 24, 2025 • 52min
NHL Preview, Fantasy Hurling & Na Fianna - Kings of Ireland!
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest, alongside Cathal McErlean (Fantasy Hurling). Their discussion included a range of topics, including:
- NHL Preview
- Fantasy Hurling
- Na Fianna - Kings of Ireland!
Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
buff.ly/3mgU6IU
Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
buff.ly/36sGDJ2
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Jan 22, 2025 • 28min
All-Ireland Club Football Final review show
This is part of the DSS Club Series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by DSS coach Steven Poacher with Mark Doran as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including:
- Cuala's Power Plays
- King Con
- Brave-Harte Performance
- Club's long term vision
- Calendar Concerns
Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
buff.ly/3mgU6IU
Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
buff.ly/36sGDJ2
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Jan 15, 2025 • 32min
It's the Canavan's and O'Callaghan's show!
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by DSS coach Steven Poacher with Mark Doran as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including:
- All Ireland Club semi-final football review
- Errigal's high press
- The Canavan Brothers
- Can CON be stopped?
- Cuala's Physical Conditioning
- Knock Out Football the way forward!
Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
buff.ly/3mgU6IU
Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Dec 17, 2024 • 40min
A full house for Cork?
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including:
- Sars win & Slaughtneil regrets
- Na Fianna win the battle
- Who will win in Croker?
- A full house for Cork
- New hurling director
Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
buff.ly/3mgU6IU
Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
buff.ly/36sGDJ2
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Dec 11, 2024 • 28min
Cuala's power plays & Crokes' tradition
This is part of the GAA Club Series of the Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Leitrim Senior football Manager, Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching, with special guest Mark Doran (Roscommon Senior Football team coach).
The discussion covers a range of topics including:
- All-Ireland Club Football Championship - The Final 4
- Fascinating tactical battle in Ulster.
- Cuala's power plays in big games
- Crokes' tradition at this level in recent years
- Strandhill's fairytale season.
- Tribute to Jody Gormley.
Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
buff.ly/3mgU6IU
Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
buff.ly/36sGDJ2
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DeelySportScience.com
Join 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 Deely Sport Science elite coaching membership today for great rates:
€45 for 3 months
€80 for 6 months
€160 for 12 months
As part of your DSS Elite 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.
Also check out our extremely popular new Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching on https://learning.deelysportscience.com
Remember to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Find us on Facebook: / deelysportscience
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Dec 3, 2024 • 52min
Heartbreaks and heroics in the Club Hurling Provincial Championships
This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including:
- Na Fianna experience v Kilcormac youth
- Brilliant Sarsfields - the best club side in Cork
- Immokilly - Is it fair?
- Heartbreak for Portaferry
- The Harty Cup
Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
buff.ly/3mgU6IU
Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
buff.ly/36sGDJ2
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DSScoaching.ie
Join 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.
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
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC

Nov 26, 2024 • 32min
St Joseph's Coach Education Day with James Horan, Damien McErlain, Kieran McGeary, & Steven Poacher
St Joseph's Coach Education Day Preview
Steven Poacher is joined by James Horan, Damien McErlain, and Kieran McGeary to preview the upcoming Coach Education Day at St Joseph's High School in Newry this Saturday, November 30th, from 10 am - 12:30 pm.
📌 Topics Include:
⚽ The changing dynamics of coaching the underage player
🔄 How coaching has changed
🌧️ Learning from the bad days
🤝 Impact of good and bad coaches
📚 Hunger & appetite for coach education in Ulster
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Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️
Apple:
buff.ly/3mgU6IU
Spotify:
https://bit.ly/49jdA96
Youtube
buff.ly/36sGDJ2
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The Locker Room Podcast is brought to you by the people at www.DeelySportScience.com
Join 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 Deely Sport Science elite coaching membership today for great rates:
€45 for 3 months
€80 for 6 months
€160 for 12 months
As part of your DSS Elite 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.
Also check out our extremely popular new Online Certificate in Sports Performance Coaching on https://learning.deelysportscience.com
Remember to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Find us on Facebook: / deelysportscience
And check out our new Data Analysis and Data Visualisation business at www.SportHorizon.co.uk Where we have just launched our 4th online course- 'Power BI for S&C Coaches - Level 1', to go alongside our other very popular courses 'Power BI for Sport Scientists - Level 1 and 2' and 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1'.
All courses can be found at: https://www.sporthorizon.co.uk/
Find us on Twitter at: @DeelySport @CiDeely @Ross201189 @RIVERSIDEBOY79 @Odhran13 @BarryMullane1 @Stevie_poacher @markdeely @YearOfTheMurph @BD_CorkGDC


