S02E25 Confidence, Connections & Competition with Ally & Niamh

Krystine and Carla are joined by **Ally Tomlinson** and **Niamh McCall** for an engaging conversation about life as elite netball players, the importance of teamwork, and the experiences that have shaped their journeys through the sport. From preparing for big matches and overcoming challenges to building confidence and supporting teammates, the pair share honest reflections and plenty of practical advice for players and coaches alike. Thanks to our partner **Akuma Sports** - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/ Please **follow or subscribe** so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode! **The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.**   **Let's Connect 🗣️** Want to be included in a future episode? Please reach out and share anything Netball (or life) related.  Instagram @thebestnetballpodcastever TikTok @thebestnetballpodcast Good ol' Email: [thebestnetballpodcastever@gmail.com](mailto:thebestnetballpodcastever@gmail.com)   **YOUR HOSTS** **Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess** Netball-obsessed, I’ve been hitting the court for over 15 years — and I’ve just celebrated the big 5-0.  By day, I’m an HR Manager; by night, I’m a netball playing fine-dining enthusiast and self-proclaimed connoisseur of wine. One day, you’ll see me living my other dream: starring in a soap opera. **Carla Garey** A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆). When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.