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Podcast Trailer | The Cricket Mind Podcast

Saison 1

mercredi 7 janvier 2026 • Durée 01:05

Welcome to The Cricket Mind Podcast.

This short trailer introduces a podcast focused on the mental, tactical, and human side of cricket — through honest, long-form conversations rather than soundbites or slogans.

Hosted by Nathan Wood (ex Lancashire cricketer, former Head of Coach Development for England Cricket, and ECB Level 4 coach), alongside Briony Brock (mindset coach and current player), the podcast explores the challenges cricketers at all levels face. From managing nerves and pressure, to responding to mistakes and performing with freedom, the conversations are practical, grounded, and rooted in real experience.

There’s no jargon, no judgement, and no hype. Just clear thinking, useful tools, and thoughtful discussion designed to help players, coaches, and parents better understand the mental side of the game.

Subscribe now — with full episodes coming soon.

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What the Ashes Teaches Us About Mindset and Technique in Cricket

Saison 1 · Épisode 1

dimanche 18 janvier 2026 • Durée 46:41

What does the Ashes teach us about mindset, technique and performing under pressure in cricket?

In this first episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock explore why cricket is such a uniquely mental game — and why an over-focus on technique can sometimes hold players back.

Using insights from the Ashes, they unpack how mindset shapes performance at every level, from junior cricket to the international stage, and what players, parents and coaches can learn about preparation, adaptability and handling pressure.

In this episode:

Why cricket places unique psychological demands on players
When technique helps — and when it holds players back
The pressures facing young cricketers in modern systems
Confidence, resilience and independent thinking
Self-talk, visualisation and common mental traps
Lessons from the Ashes: adaptability, leadership and preparation

Who this is for

Players, parents and coaches who want to understand performance in cricket beyond technique alone — and help cricketers think, prepare and perform more effectively.

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Can’t Let Go of a Mistake? Here’s What to Do

Saison 1 · Épisode 2

dimanche 1 février 2026 • Durée 53:54

Why do some players struggle to let go of a mistake?

In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock explore why mistakes can linger in your mind — and what actually helps you reset and move on.

Drawing on real examples from junior cricket through to the professional game, this episode looks at:

• Why resilience is about recovery, not pretending you’re fine

• The difference between strength and emotional adaptability

• How unprocessed emotions show up later as anger, fear, or loss of confidence

• Why crying and anger are signals, not weaknesses

• How boys and girls are often taught resilience differently

• What coaches and parents can do to support resilience without blocking it

• How long resilience takes to develop — and what progress actually looks like

This is a practical, honest conversation for players, parents, and coaches who want to help cricketers recover better from mistakes, pressure, and disappointment — both on and off the field.

Send in your questions or topic ideas for future episodes:

🌐 Website: https://www.cricketmind.online

📧 Email: nathan@cricketmind.online

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💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-wood-coaching/

Fast Bowling Is Brutal: Pace, Injury Risk & Performance in Cricket | Ian Pont

Saison 1 · Épisode 3

dimanche 8 février 2026 • Durée 01:22:30

Why is fast bowling so brutal — and why do so many fast bowlers break down?

In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by Ian Pont, founder of the National Fast Bowling Academy (NFBA), to explore the physical, technical and mental demands of fast bowling in cricket.

Drawing on decades of experience as a former professional fast bowler, international coach and biomechanical specialist, Ian explains why pace alone isn’t enough — and how poor preparation, overload and technique issues often lead to injury.

In this episode:

Why fast bowling breaks so many bodies
The difference between bowling fast and bowling well
How technique and workload contribute to injury risk
Why fast bowlers need specialist coaching environments
The mental demands unique to fast bowlers
When chasing pace helps — and when it hurts
How parents and coaches can better support young players

⏱️ Episode Chapters & Timestamps

00:00 Listener questions: mindset support & training volume
05:16 Introducing Ian Pont
07:00 The cricket ball throwing record
11:00 How Ian’s playing career shaped his coaching philosophy
17:30 Style vs structure in fast bowling
22:00 The brutal physical demands of fast bowling
29:00 Why fast bowlers need specialist preparation
33:00 Why the National Fast Bowling Academy exists
43:30 The mental demands of fast bowling
54:30 Visualisation, confidence & pressure moments
1:06:30 Chasing pace vs longevity

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How Batting Philosophy Shapes Performance | Alastair Maiden

Saison 1 · Épisode 4

dimanche 15 février 2026 • Durée 01:12:28

How do good batters actually think, train and perform under pressure?

In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by World Cup-winning coach Alastair Maiden to explore how batting philosophy shapes performance in cricket.

Ali has coached across county cricket, England Women’s international cricket (including the 2017 World Cup win), and franchise cricket with Birmingham Phoenix. This is a deep, practical conversation on how batters really develop — technically, mentally and culturally.In This Episode

Individual difference in batting
Naturalness, rhythm and flow
Managing expectation and pressure
Coaching men vs women
Talent ID beyond averages
Competitiveness vs statistics
Developing batters through game-based training
Why young players should start with the bat on the floor

Plus listener questions on:

Steve Smith’s pre-ball routine
Whether it’s possible to “make it” without financial backing

Timestamps

00:00 – Why Batting Is So Complex

02:00 – Alastair Maiden’s Coaching Journey

08:00 – Playing Career & Turning to Coaching

14:30 – Individual Difference in Batting

23:00 – Coaching Men vs Women

29:30 – The Mental Demands of Batting

41:00 – Positive Intent & “Green Light” Running

52:00 – Training with Context

54:30 – Talent ID & What Stands Out

57:30 – Competitors vs Achievers

Got a question or topic idea?Connect with Cricket Mind Online

Why Good Net Players Struggle in Matches

Saison 1 · Épisode 5

dimanche 22 février 2026 • Durée 14:39

Why do some cricketers look brilliant in the nets — but struggle to perform in matches?

In this solo episode, Nathan Wood explores one of the most common frustrations in the game: the gap between training performance and match performance.

You’ll learn:

Why nets and matches demand different skills
Why “more nets” isn’t always the solution
How to train decision-making under pressure
The difference between fragile and resilient confidence
How environment shapes sporting resilience

Whether you’re a teenage cricketer, a parent navigating confidence dips, or a coach wanting training to transfer into real performance — this episode is for you.

Send In Your Questions

If you’d like your question answered on the podcast:

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We read every message — and these episodes are shaped by what you’re actually experiencing.

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Personality vs Character in Cricket | With John Neal

Saison 1 · Épisode 6

dimanche 1 mars 2026 • Durée 01:03:34

In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, we’re joined by performance psychologist and former Head of Coach Development at the ECB, John Neal.

We explore the difference between personality and character — and why that distinction matters so much in cricket.

From young players navigating selection, to parents shaping development, to captains and coaches leading under pressure — this is a conversation about values, behaviour and sustainable performance.

We also unpack John’s powerful phrase: “ego kills eco” — and what that means for teams, organisations and the long-term health of the game.

If you care about developing better cricketers and better leaders, this one’s for you.

⏱ Timestamps

00:03 – Pulp Fiction

01:06 – Introducing John Neal

01:45 – Formal Guest Welcome

03:20 – Personality vs Character Defined

07:52 – Understanding Your Own Character

13:29 – For Young Players: How Do You Know?

19:51 – Do We Overvalue Personality?

24:14 – Parents & Character Development

28:19 – When a Child Gets Dropped

33:19 – Character in Coaches Under Pressure

38:22 – “Ego Kills Eco” Explained

46:35 – Do Organisations Really Have Values?

56:46 – Quick Fire: Character Defined

58:35 – The Uncomfortable Truth About Modern Sport

59:50 – Closing Reflections

1:00:14 – Independent Professional Sports Coach Association

1:02:14 – Episode Close & Next Week Preview

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How to Keep Girls in Cricket: What Actually Works

Saison 1 · Épisode 7

dimanche 8 mars 2026 • Durée 01:22:52

How do we keep more girls playing cricket — and what actually works?

In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by former England international cricketer and coach Laura MacLeod.

Laura represented England for over a decade and was part of the 2005 Ashes-winning squad. Since retiring she has held senior leadership roles in the women’s game, including Head of Women’s Cricket at Warwickshire.

In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore:

Why girls often drop out of sport in their teenage years
The challenges of transitioning from softball to hardball cricket
How clubs can genuinely prioritise girls’ cricket
The realities of coaching in the professional women’s game
What Laura’s research revealed about female coaching pathways

This episode is essential listening for players, parents, coaches and anyone interested in the future of women’s cricket.

Timestamps

00:00 – Why girls drop out of sport

01:17 – Introducing Laura MacLeod

02:23 – Laura’s England debut in 1997

06:48 – From pace bowler to opening batter

14:13 – Growth and professionalisation of women’s cricket

20:45 – Balancing cricket careers with education and life after sport

26:55 – Helping girls transition from softball to hardball

31:04 – Keeping cricket fun in performance environments

34:06 – Softball vs hardball pathways in club cricket

39:05 – Challenges women face in cricket that aren’t often discussed

47:32 – What great clubs do differently for girls’ cricket

Workshop: Making Cricket Pre-Season Count

Why Good Fielders Still Drop Simple Catches

Saison 1 · Épisode 8

dimanche 15 mars 2026 • Durée 01:07:17

Why do good fielders still drop simple catches?

In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood is joined by Paul Tweddle, Assistant Coach and Fielding Coach at Somerset CCC, to explore why fielding mistakes happen — even at the top level — and what players can do about them.

From the psychology of dropped catches to the habits and training methods used in professional cricket, this episode breaks down what separates reliable fielders from inconsistent ones.

Episode Chapters

00:00 A dropped catch and the psychology of fielding

01:49 Introducing Paul Tweddle

05:19 Why fielding mistakes affect confidence

08:49 Fundamentals vs mindset in fielding

12:46 What elite fielders do differently

17:56 Communication and energy in the field

23:57 Fielding culture in professional teams

31:31 How professional teams train fielding

40:46 Can anyone become a good fielder?

53:50 Fielding and selection in the modern game

58:47 The future of fielding

Online Workshop – Making Pre-Season Count

If you’re a young cricketer preparing for the upcoming season, we’re running an online workshop designed to help players prepare properly for the year ahead.

Making Pre-Season Count is a one-hour session covering:

• How to structure your pre-season training

• How to prepare mentally for the season ahead

• How to build confidence before your first match

🎟 Places cost £25

Book your place here:

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Why One Bad Innings Can Ruin Your Whole Week

Saison 1 · Épisode 9

dimanche 22 mars 2026 • Durée 40:21

Why does one bad innings ruin your whole week?

In this episode of the Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock answer listener questions from players, parents and coaches — exploring why mistakes feel so heavy, and how to handle them better.

From the pressure of public stats to the emotional fallout of getting out, this episode tackles some of the most common — and challenging — moments in cricket.

The conversation covers:

The pressure of public stats and feeling judged
What coaches should (and shouldn’t) say after mistakes
Supporting young players through frustration and disappointment
Managing conflicting advice from multiple coaches
Helping children transition from softball to hardball cricket

A practical, honest discussion to help you think differently about performance, development, and the environments we create around the game.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Opening hook

00:20 – Introduction

01:03 – Q1: Feeling judged by public stats (Play Cricket)

09:10 – Q2: How coaches should respond to mistakes

14:23 – Q3: Managing emotions after getting out

20:55 – Q4: Conflicting advice from multiple coaches

30:09 – Q5: Fear of hardball cricket in young players

38:00 – Reflections on fear & transition to hardball

38:44 – Episode wrap-up begins

39:00 – Next episode preview (Rohan Luthra)

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