Shea McAleese: The Evolution of a Four-Time Olympian
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What does it take to perform on the world's biggest stage?
And perhaps more importantly, what happens when the cheering stops, the jersey comes off, and it's time to reinvent yourself all over again?
Join four-time Olympian and New Zealand hockey legend Shea McAleese for an inspiring Learning Lunch exploring the highs, challenges and lessons of a life spent pursuing excellence.
From a young Hawke's Bay athlete with a dream to representing New Zealand at four Olympic Games and four Commonwealth Games, Shea's journey offers a fascinating insight into commitment, resilience and what it really takes to perform at an elite level.
But this isn't simply a story about sport.
It's about leadership, teamwork, personal growth and learning how to evolve through different chapters of life.
Today, Shea works as an international coach and leadership mentor, helping individuals and teams perform at their best. Drawing on lessons from elite sport, he shares a practical and human perspective on building trust, developing culture and creating environments where people thrive.
Expect honest stories, valuable insights and a fascinating look behind the scenes of life as an Olympian, coach and leader.
Meet Shea 🎤
Shea McAleese is one of New Zealand's most celebrated hockey players and a proud son of Hawke's Bay. Over a 16-year international career he represented the Black Sticks 320 times, competing at four Olympic Games and four Commonwealth Games. Since retiring from international hockey, he has transitioned into international coaching and leadership development, working with elite teams and building a global following through his coaching platform, Inside Hockey.
What We'll Explore
• The realities of competing at four Olympic Games
• Lessons from elite sport that apply to everyday life
• Leadership, trust and building high-performing teams
• The transition from athlete to coach
• Resilience, growth and adapting through life's different chapters
📍 Location: No.5 Café & Larder, Hastings
📅 Date: Wednesday 28 October 2026
🕙 Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm
☕ Refreshments: Lunch included
🎟️ Tickets: $95 per person
👥 Hosted by Love Heart
Warm, welcoming learning experiences designed for people who enjoy discovering new ideas and meeting interesting people.
And perhaps more importantly, what happens when the cheering stops, the jersey comes off, and it's time to reinvent yourself all over again?
Join four-time Olympian and New Zealand hockey legend Shea McAleese for an inspiring Learning Lunch exploring the highs, challenges and lessons of a life spent pursuing excellence.
From a young Hawke's Bay athlete with a dream to representing New Zealand at four Olympic Games and four Commonwealth Games, Shea's journey offers a fascinating insight into commitment, resilience and what it really takes to perform at an elite level.
But this isn't simply a story about sport.
It's about leadership, teamwork, personal growth and learning how to evolve through different chapters of life.
Today, Shea works as an international coach and leadership mentor, helping individuals and teams perform at their best. Drawing on lessons from elite sport, he shares a practical and human perspective on building trust, developing culture and creating environments where people thrive.
Expect honest stories, valuable insights and a fascinating look behind the scenes of life as an Olympian, coach and leader.
Meet Shea 🎤
Shea McAleese is one of New Zealand's most celebrated hockey players and a proud son of Hawke's Bay. Over a 16-year international career he represented the Black Sticks 320 times, competing at four Olympic Games and four Commonwealth Games. Since retiring from international hockey, he has transitioned into international coaching and leadership development, working with elite teams and building a global following through his coaching platform, Inside Hockey.
What We'll Explore
• The realities of competing at four Olympic Games
• Lessons from elite sport that apply to everyday life
• Leadership, trust and building high-performing teams
• The transition from athlete to coach
• Resilience, growth and adapting through life's different chapters
📍 Location: No.5 Café & Larder, Hastings
📅 Date: Wednesday 28 October 2026
🕙 Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm
☕ Refreshments: Lunch included
🎟️ Tickets: $95 per person
👥 Hosted by Love Heart
Warm, welcoming learning experiences designed for people who enjoy discovering new ideas and meeting interesting people.
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