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The Reverse Pivot

The Reverse Pivot is a podcast on Australian basketball documenting players, coaches and practices hosted by coaches Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod.

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Episode 30 - Mick Downer

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2025/07/04

Mick Downer joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for the latest episode of The Reverse Pivot. Mick is an internationally experienced and FIBA accredited coach with over 20 years of professional coaching and management roles in high performance organisations, amateur and professional sports clubs. In the NBL he has coached the Adelaide 36ers, Brisbane Bullets, Cairns Taipans and Perth Wildcats. He has also been an Assistant Coach for the Boomers in the 2016 Olympics, and lead teams in Japan. Mick

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Episode 29 - Brayden Heslehurst

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2025/06/27

The Reverse Pivot welcomes established basketball coach, journalist and producer Brayden Heslehurst to the podcast.Brayden has had an accomplished career in basketball and is very enthusiastic about the game. He is the winner of the inaugural NBL1 championship in 2021, a two time medal winner representing QLD and head coach of the QLD Women. He is also an athlete mentor and basketball shooting coach at Assist Athletic Services and the head of editorial content for basketball.com.au. Braydney sits

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Episode 28 - Tiana Mangakahia

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2025/06/20

Brisbane basketball player Tiana Mangakahia joins The Reverse Pivot to talk about her career.Tiana is a player for the Southern Districts Spartans of the NBL1 North. She began her career with two seasons in the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) before playing college basketball in the United States for Syracuse University between 2017 and 2021. After a season in Russia, Mangakahia returned to the WNBL in 2022 but then retired in 2023 due to breast cancer. She was back on the court within a

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01:11:27

Episode 27 - Malcolm Watts

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2025/06/06

In this episode, Malcolm Watts shares his story about how he came to be the CEO of the Brisbane Bullets. Malcolm was previously the General Manager of commercial operations for Queensland Reds [rugby union], which built upon years in hospitality. Malcolm talks about the appointment of new head coach Stu Lash, revenue streams for the organisation and building the membership and attendance numbers in the years ahead.Proudly sponsored by by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports

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01:10:49

Episode 26 - Rebecca Stephens

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2025/05/30

In this episode of Violations and Insults, Bruce and Steve talk to Rebecca Stephens.As a player, Rebecca wont 10 state league championships for Southern Districts Spartans and one national ABA championship. Rebecca discusses the women who taught her how to play the game properly, her coaching career, and what it takes to be an administrator and General Manager for Southern Districts Basketball Association. Violations and Insults is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT

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01:37:29

Episode 25 - Tommy Lloyd

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2025/05/23

Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod welcome coach Tommy Lloyd to the podcast.Tommy Lloyd spent his formative years in Brisbane coaching at St. Laurence's College before migrating to Germany where he became and assistant coach and recruiter. Tommy is the current head coach of the Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team. He was appointed as head coach on April 15, 2021, after serving as an assistant coach at Gonzaga for 22 seasons. In his four seasons at the helm, Lloyd has led the Wildcats to a 112-33

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01:28:16

Episode 24 - Greg Fox

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2025/05/16

Violations and Insults talks all things Australian basketball with special guest Greg Fox. Greg is an ex-NBL player, an administrator and a cold case author. They boys run through his playing and writing career, alongside talking about various rumours & whispers within the NBL today. Violations and Insults is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball Academy, FIT Education, Big Dog Sports & Bubble Boardz.

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01:12:47

Episode 23 - Dwight Hicks

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2025/05/10

Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod welcome basketball coach Dwight Hicks to the podcast.Dwight is about to embark on his third year as coach of the Northside Wizards Women’s Team. In this episode, Dwight discusses the difference in coaching women to men and previews the upcoming season for NBL1 North Women. Dwight is also the head coach and founder of Basketball HQ, an elite basketball facility aimed to empower players with the skills, knowledge and mindset needed to excel on and off the

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Episode 22 - Sandy Brondello

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2025/04/27

Violations and Insults welcomes another GOAT: Sandy Brondello.Sandy Brondello is a highly accomplished Australian women’s basketball coach, currently leading both the New York Liberty in the WNBA and the Australian Women’s National Team. Before transitioning into coaching, Brondello enjoyed a successful playing career in Australia, Germany, and the WNBA. Regarded as one of Australia’s greatest shooting guards, she represented the Opals at four Summer Olympics, earning three medals (two silver, one

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01:40:23

Episode 21 - Simon Kerle

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2025/04/22

NBL alumni and current yoga teacher Simon Kerle joins Violations and Insults.Simon played 18 years in the NBL, debuting at the age of 17 for the Brisbane Bullets and retiring at 35. Simon recalls his basketball career both in Australia and overseas, then delves into his practice of yoga and meditation; and how players could benefit from learning how to breathe better in games. Simon is currently the CEO of Raw Power Yoga in Brisbane. Violations and Insults is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle

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01:36:44

Episode 20 - Andrew Parkinson

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2025/04/13

Andrew Parkinson joins Violations and Insults for a in depth chat about his career and health challenges.'Parky' in a two-time NBL champion and leading scorer, with a 91% hit rate from free throw line. He talks about the mindset of becoming an elite scorer with repetition and practice being key. The boys also delve into some of Andrew's heath challenges, including playing basketball in his mid-fifties after completing rounds of chemotherapy. Violations and Insults is proudly sponsored by Brian

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01:02:37

Episode 19 - Matt Shanahan

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2025/04/07

Special guest Matt Shanahan joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for another episode of Violations and Insults. Matt played 15 seasons in the NBL and won three championships. The boys go over some of Matt's career highlights as a player and coach, while dissecting the failures of the short-lived Hunter Pirates. They also speculate about the season ahead for the Brisbane Bullets with the appointment of their new head coach. Violations and Insults is sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball, FIT Education

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Episode 18 - Ric Lawyer

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2025/03/31

Ric Lawyer joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for the latest episode of Violations and Insults.Ric Lawyer is a former president and a coach for the North Gold Coast Seahawks basketball club, with a history of leading teams to championships at both junior and senior levels, including coaching the Seahawks SBL team to six grand finals, winning four. Ric is also a glass artist with over 40 years experience. Upon relocating to Australia, he set up “The Glass Studio” in Mackay and started glass blowing

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Episode 17 - NBL Finals recap

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2025/03/24

In this episode of Violations and Insults, Bruce and Steve discuss game four and five of the NBL finals and also shout out Jesse Wagstaff, Davo Hickey, Matthew Dellavedova and Sam Froling. They also address rumours and whispers about New Zealand Breakers being sold, and Illawara Hawks owner Jared Novelly is seeking other owners to take over the NBL. Violations and Insults is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball, FIT Education and Big Dog Sports.

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Episode 16 - Michele Timms

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2025/03/19

Australian basketball legend Michele Timms joins Bruce and Steve for another episode of Violations and Insults.Michele is a basketball coach and former player who was won five WNBL championships. Michele has played five seasons for the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA, and he was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008 and the FIBA Hall of Fame in 2015. In 2024, Michele became the third Australian to be inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame. These days, Michele is the director of the

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Episode 15 - Rumours and Whispers

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2025/03/13

In this episode, Bruce and Steve chat about game two in the NBL finals between Illawara Hawks and Melbourne United. They also introduce their new segment 'rumours and whispers', which speculates on player and coaching movements in the league for the next season. Violations and Insults is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball, FIT Education and Big Dog Sports.

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01:23:54

Episode 14 - Katrina Robertson

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2025/03/02

Violations and Insults welcomes Katrina Robertson to the podcast.Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod go over the latest happenings in the NBL before welcoming Katrina to tell her story as a champion weightlifter, sports psychologist and founder of the Women's Sports Academy. Violations and Insults is sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball, FIT Education & Big Dog Sports.

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01:23:31

Episode 13 - Coaches Corner

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2025/02/24

Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod dedicate this episode of Violations and Insults to coaching. The boys discuss what coaching departures are occurring in the NBL, including speculation on who might be the next head coach of the Brisbane Bullets. They also dive into how to start your season with the selection process and procedures of practice in preparation for school basketball season commencing. Violations and Insults is sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball, FIT Education & Big Dog Sports.

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01:35:24

Episode 12 - Jeff Van Groningen

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2025/02/14

Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod sit down with NBL team owner and manager Jeff Van Groningen.Jeff’s illustrious career in the NBL began in 1994 as the Geelong Supercats Assistant Coach, the youngest full time coach appointment in NBL history at the time. Other roles include being the owner and General Manager of the Brisbane Bullets including their championship year in 2006-07, a Senior Advisor role in the Minister for Sport for the QLD LNP government and also general manager to Adelaide 36ers during

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01:46:02

Episode 11 - Bill Ellis

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2025/02/04

Dr William Ellis joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for another episode of Violations and Insults.Bill Ellis is an accomplished doctor in Zoology who has also been heavily involved in Basketball on the side. In his youth he played statue league and division one, before landing coaching jobs in the women's league NBL1. Violations and Insults is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball and Violations and Insults is sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball and FIT Education.

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