With nearly 60 years of professional experience between them across the world in Premier League, International Rugby, AFL and consulting in a plethora of other sports and industries; two old bulls of the performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation world: Darren Burgess and Jason Weber catch up over a brew and discuss all things Sports Performance.
Two Coaches & a Coffee
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With nearly 60 years of professional experience between them across the world in Premier League, International Rugby, AFL and consulting in a plethora of other sports and industries; two old bulls of the performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation world: Darren Burgess and Jason Weber catch up over a brew and discuss all things Sports Performance.
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March 21, 2026
Season 4 Episode 6 - GPS 3.0
<p><span class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4 css-14u0khp">Join Darren and Jason as they explore the nuances and limitations of GPS technology in sports performance, discussing how current measures may be insufficient and what the future of sports science might look like. They also delve into practical aspects of injury management, warm-up routines, and the importance of inquisitiveness in advancing sports science.</span></p> <p><strong><span class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4 css-14u0khp">Key Topics:</span></strong></p> <ul class="css-2jiys3"> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">The evolution and limitations of GPS 3.0 in team sports analysis</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">The difference between linear displacement and actual field movements including curves, stops, and postural changes</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">The importance of understanding muscle damage and eccentric load during high-intensity activity</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Inferring performance metrics versus direct measurements (biopsy, sensors)</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Practical insights on warm-up routines across different sports environments</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">The role of technology in return-to-play decision making</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Encouragement for young professionals to question and push advances in sports science</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">The significance of context in interpreting GPS data and training load</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">How past experiences and environment influence current training and testing standards</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">The human resilience factor and how human bodies adapt to varied conditions</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Maintaining authenticity in communication and the cultural nuances in sports science</li> </ul>
March 15, 2026
Season 4 Episode 5 - Conditioning for Speed
<p><strong><span class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4 css-14u0khp">Summary</span></strong></p> <p><span class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4 css-14u0khp">In this episode of "Two Coaches and a Coffee," Jason Weber and Darren Burgess delve into the intricacies of sports conditioning, focusing on the evolving dynamics of AFL and soccer. They discuss the impact of rule changes on game speed, the importance of conditioning athletes for high-speed performance, and the role of strategic drill design in enhancing player capabilities. The conversation also touches on the significance of practicing speed under fatigue and the necessity of adapting training to meet the demands of modern sports.</span></p> <p><strong><span class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4 css-14u0khp">Takeaways</span></strong></p> <ul class="css-2jiys3"> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">AFL rule changes aim to speed up the game, impacting player conditioning and strategy.</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Effective drill design is crucial for developing speed and agility in athletes.</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Practicing speed under fatigue is essential for real-game scenarios.</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Modern sports demand conditioning for high-speed performance to keep up with evolving game dynamics.</li> <li class="root--v_1_17_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_17_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_17_0--RUo3R-S4">Strategic training must adapt to the specific needs of different sports and positions.</li> </ul>
March 4, 2026
Season 4 Episode 4 - Stay on the Tools
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p> <p>In this episode, Jase and Burjo set the scene: this is their opinion, shared to help the performance community without exposing employers or individuals. From there it turns into a real-world leadership chat—what it actually takes to move from “good operator” to department head, why open recruitment floods you with noise (and how tough it is to pick the right five), and why the best performance leaders stay connected to the craft. The central theme is simple: <strong>leadership credibility comes from practice</strong>—keep your hands on the tools, keep learning fast, think clearly, and build trust by making athletes better.</p> <h3>Takeaways</h3> <ul> <li> <p><strong>Be explicit about boundaries:</strong> speak from your own POV, protect confidentiality, and use “hypotheticals” to teach real lessons.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Career progression requires rehearsing leadership conversations:</strong> don’t wait until the interview to form opinions—build them early by “walking in someone else’s shoes.”</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Open recruitment creates volume, not quality:</strong> hundreds of applicants can still yield only a small number who truly fit the brief.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Great leaders don’t abandon their trade:</strong> stepping into management shouldn’t mean stepping away from practice—credibility is built on doing.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Design the role around your strengths where possible:</strong> even as a director, stay on the floor/on the grass in a way that aligns with what you’re best at.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Relationship-building is performance-critical:</strong> trust with players is harder when you’re “the suit,” especially in foreign environments—don’t lose the human connection.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>You must understand all disciplines to lead them:</strong> you don’t have to be the specialist in everything, but you do need enough practical exposure to lead well.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Hiring lens: “show me you can think”:</strong> degrees are baseline; progression comes from connecting dots, contributing intelligently, and learning fast.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Authenticity beats people-pleasing:</strong> the deathbed reflection theme—live and work in a way that’s aligned, not performative.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Volatility is part of the industry:</strong> control what you can, keep the staff climate positive, and take the “best life now” mindset seriously.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Keep humility + urgency together:</strong> be the best you can be today, don’t gloss over gaps, and improve quickly.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Next thread teased:</strong> the real cost of “work-life balance” advice (and whether you can reach the top without paying the price).</p> </li> </ul> <p> </p>
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