Live Your Dream: Stefan Blöcher on the Global Language of Sport
This month’s guest is Stefan Blöcher, former German international and EuroHockey Hall of Famer. From his early days as a driven young player to one of the great playing careers and then on to coaching roles which have taken him across the world, Stefan shares his philosophy on motivation, growth, and the unifying power of sport. He reflects on how hockey has connected him with people from every culture and background, proving that sport truly is a common language.
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Creating Memories, Not Moments: Minke Booij
This month’s guest is Minke Booij; a Dutch and Den Bosch icon, an Olympic, World Cup and European champion, and a culture leader on and off the field. She reflects on the true essence of team sport. Minke shares how success isn’t built on individual moments, but on the lasting memories created together. She highlights the importance of building strong relationships, involving everyone, and fostering a culture where every player feels part of the journey.
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Think Slow, Act Fast: Andy Halliday on Leading with Empathy in Elite Sport
This month, we sit down with Andy Halliday, former Team Manager for England and Great Britain’s men’s Olympic hockey teams. From an unexpected start inspired by a radio ad to a storied career in elite sport, Andy shares how his time in the police shaped his leadership style. He dives into the importance of building environments where athletes feel safe, understood, and ready to perform, emphasising the power of empathy, preparation, and thinking slow to act fast. Now a coach, commentator, and charity advocate, Andy’s story is as multifaceted as the sport he loves.
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Playing with Passion and Purpose : Federico Tanuscio
The well-travelled Federico Tanuscio joins the podcast to share stories from his unforgettable journey with the Argentine national team. From thrilling matches to the joy-filled spirit of Argentinian culture, Federico - who is currently Luxembourg director of hockey - reflects on how playing hockey with Los Leones wasn’t just about sport; it was about community, passion, and embracing life with a smile.
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From Cold Emails to Captaincy: Marlena Rybacha’s Trailblazing Hockey Journey.
In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Marlena Rybacha, the trailblazing captain of Poland’s national field hockey teams. Marlena shares how her determination led her to the Netherlands, Marlena’s perseverance earned her a spot on the team, marking the beginning of her influential presence in European hockey en route, eventually, to Indoor World Cup gold. Join us as Marlena discusses the challenges she faced, the cultural transitions she navigated, and how her experiences have shaped her both as an athlete and as a person.
Welcome to the The EuroHockey Institute Podcast. In conversation with the biggest names in sport, generating insight and engagement around coaching, officiating and playing hockey.
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