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Our mission is simple: to help you become a better cricketer. Hosted by Josh Kennedy and founder James Breese, the Cricket Matters Podcast dives deep into our complete coaching method—covering technical skills, physical conditioning, and mental resilience. Each episode features insights from cricket experts, sports scientists, psychologists, and performance coaches to help you train smarter and play better. With nearly 150,000 downloads and over 50 episodes packed with actionable tips, this ...
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Stiff Lats, S**t Shots: How Tight Lats Impact Your Batting
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In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese dive into the fascinating connection between tight lats and poor batting performance. With insights ranging from anatomy to practical exercises, they explore how addressing this common issue can transform your game. Whether you're a weekend player or a serious cricketer, this episode is a must-listen! …
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How Your Neck Could Be Holding Back Your Batting
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In this episode of, Josh and James explore a surprising factor in improving your batting performance: your neck. They delve into why physical traits like neck mobility and alignment are crucial for batting, complementing their prior discussion on the importance of physical readiness before focusing on technique. You'll Learn: How restricted neck ro…
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Move Well First: Why Physical Traits Matter Before Technique
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In this episode of the Cricket Matters Podcast, Josh Kennedy and James Breese dive into why movement quality should take precedence over technique in cricket. They explore the impact of physical traits on performance, injury prevention, and coaching strategies, with real-life examples to illustrate their points. You'll Learn: How movement quality d…
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Core Strength Tests For Cricketers
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In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese explore the critical role of core strength in enhancing cricket performance. They dive into how a strong core powers your game, reduces injury risk, and connects your upper and lower body for better movement and control. You’ll Learn: How core strength amplifies your power, enabling harder hits, faster…
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Squat Strength Tests for Cricketers
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In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese dive into the essential role of lower body strength in cricket. They discuss the limitations of traditional barbell squats for cricketers and present a tailored approach to developing leg strength, agility, and power for optimal performance on the field. You'll Learn: Traditional barbell squats can com…
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Cracking the Code: The Left Handed Advantage
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In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese welcome back Kent coach Toby Radford to explore his article in Wisden Magazine. Toby shares fascinating insights into why left-handed batsmen are outperforming their right-handed counterparts in county cricket and how the data could reshape training and strategies in the game. You'll Learn: The stats r…
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Why Warm Ups are Crucial for Injury Reduction in Cricket
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Welcome to another episode! Josh Kennedy and James Breese dive into the often-overlooked importance of warm-ups and cool-downs in cricket, especially when it comes to injury prevention. They explore key strategies and actionable tips backed by research to help cricketers stay fit and perform at their best. You'll Learn: How a strategic 15-20 minute…
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[Case Study] Off-Season Weight Loss Strategies for Cricketers
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In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese discuss proven off-season weight loss strategies for cricketers. James shares his personal journey of shedding weight while maintaining performance, along with actionable tips that cricketers of all levels can implement. You’ll Learn: Why "you can’t out-train a bad diet" and how understanding your main…
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How to Develop Explosive Strength and Power for Cricket
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In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese dive deep into the world of explosive strength and power for cricket. They discuss why explosiveness is critical for cricketers at every level and explore practical exercises and strategies to build dynamic power effectively. You’ll Learn: How explosiveness impacts batting, bowling, and fielding, and w…
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Strength Training for Cricketers: The Ultimate Guide
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In this episode, Josh Kennedy and James Breese dive into the essentials of strength training for cricketers. They break down the misconceptions, strategies, and vital movements necessary for optimal athletic performance on the field. You’ll Learn: Why it’s crucial to master proper movement patterns before adding weight, to avoid injuries and maximi…
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