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Hosted by dual A-League/NPL Victoria Champion George Mells and Neal Symons, discussions will be had addressing the various experiences of players, coaches, media personalities and administrators

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United States

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Hosted by dual A-League/NPL Victoria Champion George Mells and Neal Symons, discussions will be had addressing the various experiences of players, coaches, media personalities and administrators

Language:

English


Episodes
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#23: Joey Katebian

5/9/2024
Current Avondale midfielders George Mells & Joey Katebian have a candid discussion about their careers, what's going wrong at the Brisbane Roar and the future of Australian football. Katebian is also a former Melbourne Victory & Brisbane Roar product, moving from striker to midfield! The Pitch to Park Podcast s proud to partner with HMBLE. Clothing & Maradona Global for their exclusive 30th anniversary T-Shirt Drop Use the code PTP20 for 20% off on your purchase clicking the link ⁠⁠here!⁠

Duration:00:51:25

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#22: Ljubo Milicevic

3/26/2024
One of the all time greats of Australian football, Ljubo Milicevic joins the podcast to discuss everything he's done in his career and also what's next for him as he seeks to re-enter the world of Australian football! PTP is proud to partner with HMBLE. Clothing & Maradona Global for their exclusive 30th anniversary T-Shirt Drop Use the code PTP20 for 20% off on your purchase clicking the link ⁠here! Follow Ljubo here!

Duration:01:02:24

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SPECIAL EP: Nick Rupolo on the APIA Leichhardt Community Forum, what clubs need to do for the NST & more!

3/7/2024
The man behind the APIA Leichhardt Community Forum on the 13th of March joins the podcast to discuss the role APIA play in the footballing community, what clubs can do to prepare for the NST & plenty more relating to the NPLs across the country! Join Nick at the APIA Leicchardt Community Forum on the 13th of March at Club Ashfield. It starts at 7pm! PTP is proud to partner with HMBLE. Clothing & Maradona Global for their exclusive 30th anniversary T-Shirt Drop Use the code PTP20 for 20% off on your purchase clicking the link here! Follow Nick here

Duration:00:37:35

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#21: Kaine Sheppard v2

2/28/2024
Kaine Sheppard joins the pod for the second time to discuss everything Heidelberg United, working under John Anastasiadis, and talks about his new career in commercial property. Plenty of banter, laughs and more importantly George's dog Fabio! Follow George here: https://www.instagram.com/georgemells/ Follow Kaine here: https://www.instagram.com/kainesheppard/ https://www.instagram.com/kaineproperty/

Duration:01:07:13

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#20: Off-season recap & refresh

2/4/2024
George and Neal discuss what it's like for an NPL off-season, how Avondale and other clubs have tracked in pre-season, answer your questions and more!

Duration:01:05:51

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#20: Off-season recap & refresh

2/4/2024
George and Neal discuss what it's like for an NPL off-season, how Avondale and other clubs have tracked in pre-season, answer your questions and more!

Duration:01:05:51

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Episode 19: Harry Sawyer

12/6/2023
George and Neal chat to new South Melbourne FC signing Harry Sawyer, discussing his stints in Asia in Hong Kong, India and also in Europe with Finland! Making the adjustments from the NPL to Europe has been a path few have chosen, enjoy the banter and the wonderful stories from this podcast with Harry!

Duration:01:03:40

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#18: National Second Tier Announcement

11/20/2023
George and Neal discuss the National Second Tier announcement of the eight founding teams, in addition to the potential ramifications upon the NPLs

Duration:01:04:03

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#17: Kristian Trajceski

4/13/2023
Neal Symons and George Mells sit down with NPL Victoria February/March Player of the Month Kristian Trajceski to discuss his start to the season, his journey in Portugal and what it's like to be a part of A-League trials and more!

Duration:00:50:15

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#16: National Second Division EOI Process Completed!

3/14/2023
George Mells and Neal Symons discuss the National Second Division EOI process being fully completed, what this means for the game moving forward, and our weekly Manchester United check!

Duration:00:43:34

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#15: What is it like to go through a transfers? A-League and Europe!

3/3/2023
#15: What is it like to go through a transfers? A-League and Europe! George Mells and Neal Symons sit down to discuss what it's like for players to go through transfers, the stresses that may come alongside European and Australian moves and the way the football economy works!

Duration:00:38:19

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#14: The NPL Victoria 2023 Season Preview

2/17/2023
Neal Symons and George Mells dissect each team in the NPL Victoria and give their predictions on how the season may pan out!

Duration:00:46:59

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#13: The National Second Division

2/15/2023
George Mells and Neal Symons discuss the National Second Division EOI, and what it means for football in Australia from an opportunity, professional, and holistic standpoint

Duration:00:48:37

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#12: A-Leagues Grand Finals to Sydney

12/12/2022
George Mells and Neal Symons discuss the bombshell arrangement for the next three A-Leagues Grand Finals to be held in Sydney

Duration:00:30:16

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#11: George Timotheou

11/17/2022
Recorded on location at AAMI Park, Neal Symons and George Mells chat to Melbourne Victory defender George Timotheou! - Playing in the NPL NSW after release from Sydney FC - Bundesliga debut for Schalke - Heart issue - Adelaide United - Signing for Melbourne Victory and the World Cup break

Duration:00:35:47

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#10: PFA Co-CEO Beau Busch

11/3/2022
George and Neal chat with PFA Co-CEO to discuss numerous topics

Duration:00:58:52

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#9: Ange Postecoglou Interview

10/26/2022
George and Neal have a short chat with Celtic FC manager Ange Postecoglou, arguably Australia's greatest ever football coach Ange Postecoglou, is returning to Australia this November with an exclusive new two show speaking tour: “An Evening with Ange Postecoglou – The Journey So Far” presented by TEG Live. Tickets are available now via www.TEGLive.com.au

Duration:00:15:45

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#8: Aleksandar Jason (thatfootballphotog)

10/19/2022
George and Neal join one of the most creative minds in the game to discuss the beauty of photography, Aleks' journey into the space and his goals and ambitions for the future

Duration:00:45:47

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#7: Gianluca Iannucci

10/13/2022
Green Gully's Gianluca Iannucci joins the podcast to discuss his footballing career, his time with Melbourne City and Victory alongside the ups and downs of a player playing within A-League Men Youth setups

Duration:01:05:16

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#6: Simon Hill

10/6/2022
Joining hosts Neal Symons and George Mells is Network Ten Football Commentator Simon Hill! - How NPL clubs are closing the gap on the A-League Men - The psychology of commentary on professional players - Player research and relationships as a commentator - A-League Men in the media - Documentaries, good or bad?

Duration:00:36:56