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#186 – Nicho Hynes Proved Me Wrong: How Confidence and Evidence Beat Self-Doubt
Episode 18624th September 2025 • Sport Is Life • Ian Hawkins
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Episode Summary: 


Nicho Hynes has flipped the script. Once criticised for not owning the big moments, the Sharks halfback has shown composure, certainty, and confidence in leading his team through a stunning finals run. In this episode, Ian Hawkins unpacks how Hynes’ transformation highlights the real source of confidence: evidence. 


Ian explores how athletes, coaches, and high performers can build belief through a body of evidence, turning self-doubt into self-assurance. Using the Sharks’ resurgence as a case study, he explains why connection, preparation, and identity shift matter as much as mindset, and how those same lessons can help you show up in your own big moments. 


Whether you’re chasing success in sport, business, or life, this episode provides practical strategies to build certainty, conquer doubt, and perform under pressure. 


About the Host:  


Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.  


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