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On The Ball

Sports & Recreation Podcasts

A fun sports podcast hosted by Hamish MacCorquodale who brings on his friends to chat about the latest action in sport across the globe. Delivered in a light-hearted, casual way, On The Ball explores the world of sport leaving almost no stone unturned. Feel free to follow the podcast to stay notified and we operate on Youtube and other listening platforms.

Location:

Australia

Description:

A fun sports podcast hosted by Hamish MacCorquodale who brings on his friends to chat about the latest action in sport across the globe. Delivered in a light-hearted, casual way, On The Ball explores the world of sport leaving almost no stone unturned. Feel free to follow the podcast to stay notified and we operate on Youtube and other listening platforms.

Language:

English


Episodes

NFL Week 5 Review & Week 6 Preview | American Football

10/14/2021
In a blockbuster episode of the On The Ball podcast, I review Week 5 of the NFL and also preview Week 6. I name my winners and losers of the week, my players of the week and make some bold predictions for the upcoming round. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:28:43

NFL Fantasy Week 5 Rankings Risers/Fallers - Fantasy Football

10/8/2021
Another fantasy episode where we discuss the risers and fallers in the respective positions in NFL Fantasy. Tune in to hear our thoughts!!! Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:24:19

NFL Week 5 Preview | American Football

10/7/2021
This episode we preview the upcoming week 5 of NFL. Our predictions for sure bet of the week, upset of the week and best spreads of the week. Also, have a look at the TV Schedule in Australia and break down the biggest games. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:21:53

NFL Week 4 Review | American Football

10/6/2021
In this week's episode we discuss the great performances by our rookie QB class of 2021 in Week 4, the surprise W's by New Yorkers, the undefeated Cards and the disappointing AFC South. I also update my pre-season predictions through 4 weeks and award my players of the week. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:31:06

NFL Fantasy Week 4 Risers/Fallers & NFL Week 4 Preview | American Football - Fantasy Football

9/30/2021
The boys are back. In the third edition of the weekly NFL podcast, the lads continue their run of NFL Fantasy risers and fallers as they have done the past two weeks. Along with the fascinating Fantasy insights, the boys make their bold predictions for the upcoming Week 4 in the NFL. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:51:48

NFL Week 3 Review | American Football

9/30/2021
In a different NFL episode, Hamish discusses the events of Week 3 in a solo episode. He highlights the winners and losers coming out of the weekend's action. We hand out some player awards for outstanding performances and make some adjustments to the preseason playoff picture predictions. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:24:17

2021 NRL Season Review Pt.2 & Grand Final Week | Rugby League

9/30/2021
The final NRL episode of the year!!!! In this blockbuster, we run through the seasons of the top 8 teams handing out player awards for MVP, Most Improved and Best Young player. We review the Prelim finals and discuss what went right and wrong for the teams respectively. Finally, we preview the final game of Rugby League in 2021, revealing the deciding factors in this one for either team to come out victorious. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:45:10

2021 NFL Fantasy Week 3 | Fantasy Football

9/25/2021
In a fantasy specific episode, the boys breakdown the world of NFL Fantasy heading into week 3. The lads go position by position and provide brilliant insight into who's stock is rising and who's is falling. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:33:26

2021 AFL Season Review Pt.2 & Grand Final Week | Australian Rules Football

9/25/2021
It's that time of year for AFL fans. We preview the upcoming AFL Grand Final between Melbourne and Western Bulldogs with expert analysis and predictions. We also react to the Brownlow and review the seasons of the 8 AFL teams who made finals. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:01:01:31

2021 NFL Week 3 | American Football

9/22/2021
In another NFL weekly episode, the lads tackle what was Week 2 in the NFL and preview the upcoming Week 3. The riveting Raiders, the parading Panthers and the disastrous Dolphins, the boys dig into the ups and downs of the round. Also, the boys make their predictions for next weekend. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:29:03

2021 NRL Top 20 Players & Preliminary Finals Week | Rugby League

9/21/2021
In the penultimate weekly NRL episode, we run through the semi-finals matches in great detail and discuss who poses as the main threats to win the premiership. The NRL is gifted with many great players and we name a top 20 list. We also take a look ahead at preliminary finals weekend and who will book themselves a ticket to the GF Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:37:01

2021 AFL Brownlow Medal Preview & Predictions | Australian Rules Football

9/18/2021
In a sad week with no footy, we turn our attention to the glitz and glam of the Brownlow medal. However, we're more interested in the footy side of it all and in this episode we run through our picks for the award, as well as how we think each club will go in the vote count in hopes of helping some punters' multis. We also review the prelims and chat about some potential position changes for AFL players. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:46:36

2021 NFL/NFL Fantasy Week 1 Review & Week 2 Preview | American Football

9/15/2021
The first weekly NFL episode of the season is finally here. In a fun journey, the boys discuss the highs and lows from Week 1 of the NFL, preview the upcoming thrills and spills in Week 2, and discuss which players have risen and fallen in their NFL Fantasy rankings. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:01:12:10

2021 NRL Dally M & End of Season Awards & Semi-Finals Preview | Rugby League

9/14/2021
The Dally M Awards are almost upon us so in preparation for that I run through who I believe should win each award handed out on the night. The episode also includes an in-depth look at the first week of finals and a look ahead to the upcoming Semi-Final weekend. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:45:23

2021 NFL Season Preview & Predictions | American Football

9/8/2021
IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR!!! On the eve of the 2021 NFL Season, the dream duo of Pilch n Cork return to your ears and screens to preview the upcomingn season of football. The boys go division by divison making their predictions, explain their projected playoff picture and announce who they think will win the major individual awards at the end of the season. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:01:01:06

2021 NRL Season Review Pt.1 & Finals Week 1 Preview | Rugby League

9/7/2021
After the end of an amazing 2021 regular season in the NRL, I turn my attention to the 8 unfortunate teams who will not take place in the NRL finals. For each team i provide some analysis on their season, a future outlook and announce some award winners. As usual, I review Round 25 and preview finals week 1. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:56:02

2021 AFL Top 20 Players & Prelim Finals Preview | Australian Rules Football

9/6/2021
The boys are back for another AFL Finals special. Along with reviewing Finals Week 2 and previewing the 2 prelim finals, the fellas name their top 20 players list in the AFL. This list is almighty and creates great discussion so I highly recommend tuning in to hear whether your favourite player made the cut. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:38:15

2021 NRL Round 25 & Young Team of the Year | Rugby League

9/1/2021
In the final episode of the regular season, I touch on all there is to touch on in the world of rugby league. A best 17 of players born in 1997 or later sandwiched between a Round 24 Review and a Round 25 Preview makes for some beautiful viewing/listening pleasure. I'm taking part in the Mullets for Mental Health campaign by the Black Dog Institute. Mental Health is such an important issue especially in trying times like this. Any donation would be greatly appreciated, donate:...

Duration:00:33:52

2021 AFL Season Review Pt.1 & Finals Week 2 | Australian Rules Football

8/31/2021
In a barnstorming episode, the boys run through the seasons of the 10 teams who missed out on the AFL Finals Series for 2021. The lads discuss each club's year and name their best and fairest, best young player and most improved. As well as this season review, the boys chat about the state of the finals with a review of week 1 and preview of week 2. I'm taking part in the Mullets for Mental Health campaign by the Black Dog Institute. Mental Health is such an important issue especially in...

Duration:01:11:10

2021 NRL Round 24 | Rugby League

8/25/2021
In another weekly episode of the NRL edition of the On The Ball podcast, I take a deep dive into the development of junior players in the NRL and which teams are the best at it. As always, I conduct an analysis of Round 23 and preview the exciting Round 24. Links: https://linktr.ee/ontheball

Duration:00:44:46