Coach's Lab with John Murphy

• Should Youth Athletes Do Running Without The Ball

  In this episode, we dive deep into a controversial topic in youth coaching: Should young players, particularly U14 to Minor, engage in isolated conditioning — running without the ball?We explore:How background and past experiences shape coaching opinionsSurvey results from coaches, parents, and athletesWhy context — not tradition — should dictate your conditioning choicesThe hidden cost of focusing on fitness over skill developmentHow to support multi-sport players without overloading themWhen isolated running might be beneficial (and how to frame it positively)Real stories from coaching mistakes and lessons learnedWhy balancing fitness, skill, and tactical awareness is key to long-term success👉 Whether you’re a GAA coach, a parent, or a sports educator, this episode will help you make better decisions that truly support young athletes' development — not just in fitness, but in their future careers too.

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• Redefining Success In Youth Sport - Petey Shaw Part 2

  In part 2 of the conversation with Petey, we looked at how he has redefined success in youth sport.In his time as Director of Rugby at Terenure College, he has seen huge improvements in the amount of players taking up and being retained in Rugby as they've reduced the focus on winning trophies at younger ages.We discussed the main changes he has made which have led to numerous benefits across the entire school.

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• Multi Sport Youth Athletes - Petey Shaw Part 1

  In part 1 of the discussion with Petey Shaw, we dive into his PhD research on the plight of multi-sport youth athletes in Ireland.We hear so much about the benefits of playing a wide range of sports but what are the specific benefits and what, if any, are the drawbacks or consequences.Be sure to tune in next week where we look at optimal environments for youth sports and how we can redefine success for underage sports teams.

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• Effective Session Planning & Design with Kevin Mulcahy

  I'm joined by a man with an extensive background across a range of sports including GAA, Basketball & Aussie Rules. Kevin Mulcahy has a wealth of experience in coaching the physical, technical and tactical of many codes. He has deep understanding of how they all impact on each other which has led to him becoming a thought leader in the planning of coaching across both the short and long term.The Coaching Cohort Free Trial link: https://design_the_game.circle.so/join?invitation_token=d441047cd5b673946faf7969ab7a9d57783edb9e-93cd6c30-a732-4130-a237-188adc5ba2c6Ballyhoura Strength & Socialise Class for rural men [Charleville GAA] |  [Starting April 9th 2025]  No fancy gear needed—just bring yourself!Let’s get moving together—because staying strong means staying independent. Would you or someone you know benefit? Fill out the Google form below or send it to people you think who has a male family member or friend that would benefit. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuIIQjaRHtGmN2y6GB3daMVQU9cJ4mevqdf_3Y_VOQPPbwkQ/viewform?usp=dialogOr Contact Aoife at 0862063411 or email at [email protected]

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• 3 Qs Answered - Hyrox For GAA, Beer Bans and Integrating Hurling Skills

  Three questions answered in a little bit of depth. Would Hyrox or Crossfit benefit GAA performance? Are Drink Bans beneficial for GAA teams? How can S&Cs strike a balance between physical prep and hurling skills?If you want to book in for a consultation call or have questions answered on the podcast: [email protected]

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