The Reverse Pivot

Bruce Palmer visits Pete's Bar Luncheon. Recorded live on the 28th of November 2025. Pete's Bar Luncheon is an annual basketball function, reuniting current and former players, coaches, referees and other personnel involved with Australian Basketball. The event has been running each year since 2010.

This episode contains segments from guest speakers:

Jennie Sager - CEO of the WNBL

Ezi Magbegor - WNBA player and Australian Opal

Darr...

The Reverse Pivot returns to talk basketball, specifically the NBL, with special guest Andrew Johnstone.

Andrew Johnstone is a prominent figure in Australian basketball, particularly known for his extensive work in the media, communications and administrative side of the sport. For more than three decades, he has held senior roles including media producer and interviewer for the FIBA World Basketball television program, General Man...

Bruce and Steve reunite for another episode about all things basketball.

This episode feature analysis on the latest happenings in the NBL, specifically their home team - the Brisbane Bullets. In other news, Bruce and Steve have new basketball-related jobs. They talk about their new roles and the logistics involved, while paying respects to the late Tiana Mangakahia; who was a previous guest and star player at Southern Districts Ba...

The Reverse Pivot welcomes guest Andre Moore to the podcast.

Andre Moore is a former American basketball player best known for his impact in the NBL. A key contributor to the Brisbane Bullets in the late 1980s, Andre helped the Bullets to a Grand Final appearance and quickly became a fan favourite for his dynamic playing style and presence on the court. Moore played several strong seasons in the NBL with the Bullets, establishing h...

The Reverse Pivot sits down with Nigel Purchase.

Nigel Purchase is a former Australian basketball player who went on to become the CEO and Founder of Chase Basketball, an organisation dedicated to developing athletes and promoting the game at the grassroots and elite levels. During his playing career, he competed in the National Basketball League (NBL) with the Melbourne Tigers and later the Hobart Devils, earning respect as a vers...

The Reverse Pivot invites NBL champion Sam McKinnon to the studio to talk about his winning career in basketball.

Sam was a standout forward who played for teams the South East Melbourne Magic, Brisbane Bullets, and Melbourne Tigers. His career highlights include winning the NBL Championship with the Bullets in 2007, being named the league’s Most Valuable Player that same year, and representing Australia as part of the Boomers at m...

The Reverse Pivot podcast talks basketball with Oliver Reid.

Oliver Reid is a seasoned development coach and educator. He is currently the NBL1 Assistant Coach at the Brisbane Capitals and also the Community & Development Manager at the Brisbane Bullets. In this pod, Oliver talks about his new role at the Bullets and how it fosters game development among young players and also introduces the Brisbane Bullet's Coaches Academy; w...

Al Westover a prolific basketball coach with 1500 games under his belt. He is best known for leading the Melbourne Tigers to two NBL championships (2006 and 2008) after succeeding Lindsay Gaze as head coach (where he also won two championships as assistant coach). Westover also had a successful three-year coaching stint in Japan, taking the Shiga Lakestars to their first-ever playoff appearance. Al is currently runnin...

The Reverse Pivot with special guest: coach Mike Dunlap.

Mike Dunlap is the head coach of Colorado Mesa University men’s basketball team. A veteran coach with success in the NBA, NCAA, and Australia’s NBL, Mike adds an NBA championship with Milwaukee in 2021 to his decorated career.

Mike discusses his career and what makes for good basketball culture in the latest episode.

The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Bri...

David Claxton joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for another episode of The Reverse Pivot.

For over more than 40 years in the game, Dave has significantly contributed to the development of basketball in Queensland and nationally. His roles included state and national team coach including the Australian Boomers, alongside the Brisbane Bullets, Gold Coast Rollers and Adelaide 36ers. David was instrumental in bringing the NBL back to...

Tom Maher joins The Reverse Pivot to chat about basketball coaching.

Tom Maher is one of the most successful coaches in international women's basketball, having led teams at six Olympic Games and securing a bronze medal with the Australian Opals in 1996. Renowned for his tactical acumen and ability to transform teams, he has also coached national squads in China and New Zealand, leaving a lasting global legacy in the sport.

The Rev...

Basketball legend Shane Froling joins Bruce and Steve to talk about his career and family in the Australian basketball scene. 

Shane Froling is a former NBL player who competed with teams including the Eastside Spectres, Hobart Devils, Brisbane Bullets and Townsville Suns throughout the late 1980s and 1990s. A versatile forward and respected figure in Australian basketball, he went on to coach at various levels, including with the ...