David Riolo. Player agents reveal their secrets! The gloves are off! | CHIMING IN EP019
Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player ManagerShow Notes
Two of the game’s most powerful player agents Steve Gillis and David Riolo go toe to toe in a cutting and raw-edged debate about the world they live in.
The veteran agents - with almost 60 years experience in the industry between them - share their secrets, what it’s like working as an agent, the highs and the lows and the key to their success.
It’s a not to be missed episode of Chiming In which will give you an insight into player managers and the lives they lead.
The duo discuss all the big issues and answer questions such as should coaches be allowed to have agents, the minimum age for signing players, trade windows, recruitment and the many troubles players constantly face.
TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Start 01:44 - Former NRL star 06:59 - How the NRL regulates agents 08:42 - Galvin saga 14:00 - Agents for coaches 20:29 - Importance of good relationships with clubs 25:04 - The 'sell' to young players 29:44 - Language & culture barriers 32:16 - Evolution of the women's game 34:49 - Trade windows & drafts 41:38 - Crisis management with players 42:53 - Todd Carney bubbler 44:52 - Clubs big pitch to players 52:47 - Good day for an agent? 01:00:40 - Rules for acquiring new players 01:04:13 - NRL agent accreditation review Head to www.fanatics.tv for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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