{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/70a844c1-bda2-56ad-af93-ee074f583253/6237b8fe43725a00157630a2?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#165: Simon Hill - How to be the voice of Australian Football","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6113e9448b49032b5016f7e7/1748352196547-5db21e62-1900-4a46-9775-57dafe21d9a7.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Hello friends!</p><p> </p><p>Ever dreamed of commentating the biggest moments in global football?</p><p> </p><p>Simon Hill has spent over a decade calling the largest international matches, and is now synonymous with Australian football.</p><p> </p><p>Of course we HAD to ask Simon about that match against Uruguay in 2005, and the 2006 World Cup, but his experience isn’t exactly what you’d expect!</p><p> </p><p>For a fascinating insight into commentating while Craig Foster is going berserk, and how football can grow in Australia, enjoy this chat with Simon Hill.</p><p> </p><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>Simon’s experience commentating one of Australia’s biggest sporting moments</li><li>How Simon got his start in commentary</li><li>Practising your craft and reviewing your calls</li><li>Preparation before commentating a match</li><li>Influential figures and mentors</li><li>The state of Australian Football</li><li>Advice for people trying to get into the football media</li></ul><p><br></p><p>*</p><p><br></p><p>If you want to learn more about us, feel free to connect with us on LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/reubenjw/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Reuben</a>, <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwalker95/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Ryan</a></p><p><br></p><p>Or if you’d like to ask us any questions, <a href=\"http://www.sportsgrad.com.au/community\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">join the SportsGrad Community!</a> It’s THE place to be if you want to get your foot in the door, hire people quickly &amp; easily, or learn from the best in the world.</p><p><br></p><p>You can also <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/sportsgrad/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">find us on insta @sportsgrad</a></p><p><br></p><p>And if you're interested in more podcasts related to a certain topic (e.g. Events, High Performance etc.) check out our best picks here: <a href=\"http://www.sportsgrad.com.au/podcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.sportsgrad.com.au/podcast</a></p><p><br></p><p>*</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is brought to you by Deakin University, the Official Education Partner of The SportsGrad Podcast.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out why their Master of Business in Sport Management is not one of, but the best one in Australia, ranked at #1 at<a href=\"https://create.acast.com/www.deakin.edu.au\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> www.deakin.edu.au</a></p><p><br></p><p>*</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sportsgrad-podcast-your-bite-sized-guide-to-enter-sports/id1520514403\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>? It takes less than 60 seconds, and really makes a difference in helping to land guests.</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening! You’re all legends.</p>","author_name":"SportsGrad"}