Go inside four extraordinary sporting subcultures on My Way

This week on My Way, we’re leaving the mainstream behind to uncover extraordinary sporting subcultures and the relentless passion of the people at their core.

Learn how champion-duo Escher Lefkoff and Emily Cosson master the precision of competitive pinball, while Simon Feeney channels inclusivity into the fast-paced sport of Jugger. Meanwhile, Bobby Bishop builds a supportive haven for aspiring wrestlers in the theatrical world of Australian pro wrestling, and hall-of-famer Justin Hafey keeps the heritage of polocrosse thriving through family and horseback tradition. 

From championship pinball and an inclusive game of Jugger, to a pro-wrestling haven and the heritage of polocrosse, meet the athletes redefining what it means to play sport in Australia. 

Pinball 

For Escher Lefkoff and Emily Cosson, pinball is a shared language. Playing since age two, Escher became the youngest world champion at thirteen and now holds Australia’s top rank. Beside him on and off the paddles is Emily, the reigning women’s champion, whose passion grew from a cherished childhood bond with her father.

Together, they dominate Brisbane’s competitive scene, spending endless hours tweaking machine mechanics and sharpening strategies. Driven by intense dedication, they push each other to master every nuance of the game as they prepare for the ultimate showdown: the 2026 Brisbane Masters. 

Jugger 

Simon ‘The Fiend’ Feeney stands at the heart of his local Jugger community, a passionate group devoted to a high-octane sport adapted from the Aussie cult classic, Salute of the Jugger.

Channeling the energy of gladiatorial combat into a hybrid of touch footy and capture-the-flag, Simon lives for the adrenaline and community of the game. While he thrives on the sport’s raw physicality, he is most passionate about sharing spars, welcoming newcomers, and keeping the “Jugger spirit” alive to build an inclusive community where anyone, regardless of skill, can experience the thrill of the pitch. 

Three Count Pro Wrestling 

Bobby Bishop’s life revolves around the theatrical intensity and raw power of professional wrestling.

What began as a childhood dream watching American WWE stars blossomed into a lifelong vehicle for self-expression, confidence, and connection. After some time in the Australian pro circuit, Bobby found both his identity and a tight-knit community within the ring.

Now the owner of a premier Brisbane wrestling gym, his passion has evolved from personal glory to mentorship. Bobby dedicates his energy to training the next generation, pouring his heart into guiding eager newcomers and preserving the supportive, electric environment that gave him a purpose and a home. 

Polocrosse 

For Queensland Polocrosse Hall of Fame legend Justin Hafey, horses and polocrosse are not just a lifestyle, they are his healing and purpose. A fourth-generation breeder, Justin found solace in the sport after tragic family losses as a teenager.

His enduring passion propelled him from elite competitor to Australian coach and club president. Today, Justin devotes his life to raising top-tier horses with century-old bloodlines, preserving a uniquely Australian sporting tradition.

Driven by a deep connection to family and land, he pours his soul into training horse and rider partnerships, ensuring the heritage, community spirit, and thrill of polocrosse endure.