"Rank F*****g Amateurs! But good dudes...." Al Davis (probably, if he ever met us....)
The world is awash with podcasts dedicated to the “1% of the 1%” that made or make their fame and fortune through sports.
This is not one of those podcasts.
Best known as non-professional American Football coaches, Nick Rockell and British American Football Hall of Fame Coach Mark Moss are absolute amateurs in in podcasting but always willing to try new things.
Join the long-time friends as they dig into the 99% of people that don’t get to rise to the publicly visible top of sports regardless of their time and sacrifice.
Maybe it’s a minority sport, they just aren’t good enough, tragedy came their way, or opportunities just haven’t materialised - the coaches find those that have achieved “success” in sport while living as regular Jimmy's and Jo's, talking about what sport means to them and its affect on their life and career.
In Season 1 the coaches revisit a period in their own coaching lives that makes them immensely proud - their combined13 years leading the London Blitz American Football program from 2003 through 2015 - talking to some of the standout players from teams in that era who have also gone on to stand out in their non-sport career.
Authentic (untrained), real (excuse us for that), and sometimes not for the faint-hearted (or impatient), we hope you enjoy this look at the genuine stories of the more conventional sports population.
Music by bassmanguk (top man!)
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"Rank F*****g Amateurs! But good dudes...." Al Davis (probably, if he ever met us....)
The world is awash with podcasts dedicated to the “1% of the 1%” that made or make their fame and fortune through sports.
This is not one of those podcasts.
Best known as non-professional American Football coaches, Nick Rockell and British American Football Hall of Fame Coach Mark Moss are absolute amateurs in in podcasting but always willing to try new things.
Join the long-time friends as they dig into the 99% of people that don’t get to rise to the publicly visible top of sports regardless of their time and sacrifice.
Maybe it’s a minority sport, they just aren’t good enough, tragedy came their way, or opportunities just haven’t materialised - the coaches find those that have achieved “success” in sport while living as regular Jimmy's and Jo's, talking about what sport means to them and its affect on their life and career.
In Season 1 the coaches revisit a period in their own coaching lives that makes them immensely proud - their combined13 years leading the London Blitz American Football program from 2003 through 2015 - talking to some of the standout players from teams in that era who have also gone on to stand out in their non-sport career.
Authentic (untrained), real (excuse us for that), and sometimes not for the faint-hearted (or impatient), we hope you enjoy this look at the genuine stories of the more conventional sports population.
Music by bassmanguk (top man!)
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Music by bassmanguk (top man!)
Show Notes: The Gareth Dauley Episode
Episode Overview: In this episode, Nick Rockell and Mark Moss sit down with Gareth Dauley, a former London Blitz running back who scored the game-sealing touchdown in the 2011 European Championship. Now the CEO of the KOE Group, Gareth shares his incredible journey from a tough upbringing in South London to success in business and renewable energy. He reflects on how sport shaped his resilience, leadership, and adaptability, providing lessons that continue to drive his professional life.
Key Topics & Takeaways:
· Growing up in South London: navigating challenges, avoiding gangs, and finding sport as an outlet.
· Early love for cricket and an incident that changed his sporting path.
· College life at Richmond and the transition to university at Southampton.
· Discovering American football through a chance introduction at university.
· The first experience playing American football: getting hit and falling in love with the sport.
· Moving from university football to London Olympians and struggling for game time.
· Joining the London Blitz and finding his place as a key player in a winning team.
· The significance of the 2011 European Championship-winning touchdown.
· Lessons from sport that translated into business success: resilience, adaptability, and leadership.
· Building a career in energy and starting multiple successful businesses.
· The importance of mentorship and giving back: supporting young professionals through his charity.
· Reflections on leadership, building strong teams, and lessons from startup culture.
· The future: balancing business, family, and his continued love for sport.
Final Thoughts: Gareth Dauley’s journey is a testament to the power of sport in shaping character and creating opportunities beyond the field. His story highlights resilience, adaptability, and the importance of mentorship in both sports and business. Whether leading a team to victory or driving innovation in the renewable energy sector, Gareth continues to apply the lessons he learned on the field to every aspect of his life.
"I trust in my ability—just give me the ball. Whether in sport or business, I back myself to take it forward and make it happen." – Gareth Dauley
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