AFL Talent Manager - NT ~ Shannon Millar
In this episode of The Mind Your Body Show, Shannon Millar and Jacob Andreae discussed Shannon's role as AFL Talent Manager for the NT.
Shannon shared her background and sports experience, including growing up in a small town in Victoria and playing netball and swimming competitively. She also talked about her experience coaching football in a male-dominated space and her excitement for the AFLW to start up. Shannon and Jacob discussed how they find meditation in everyday activities like walking, running, and swimming, and Shannon emphasised the importance of finding what works for you.
Shannon went on to share her journey as a netball player and coach, discussing the challenges of losing seven grand finals in a row before finally winning one. She also talks about her passion for coaching young players and her use of different training methods, such as video analysis. Shannon and Jacob discussed the importance of losing a Grand Final before winning one, emphasising that failure is necessary for growth and development.
Throughout the episode, Shannon reflected on her coaching journey and the improvements she has made over the years. She also talked about her coaching philosophy and the importance of empowering players and helping them achieve their goals both on and off the field. Shannon and Jacob discussed the challenges of improving communication and processes, sharing their experiences and working towards better experiences and outcomes for the players. Overall, the interview highlights the importance of perseverance, taking risks, and learning from failure in order to achieve success.
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