Damien is currently employed as the HighPerformance Manager for the Brisbane Lions Football Club, overseeing the Performance and Medical components of the AFL team. Damien has worked in all three major football codes in Australia, having previously worked with the Sydney Swans, Sydney Roosters Rugby League and Queensland Reds Rugby Union teams, plus also worked as S&C with the NSW Swifts Netball Team. During his time he has also been involved in the success of teams from two separate codes, making it to respective Grand Finals. Damien has completed a PhD specialising in high-intensity activity profiles in professional rugby codes, having previously completed a Masters and Bachelors degree. He has also authored numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals internationally and presented at a variety of International conferences and seminars in strength and conditioning, sports science & leadership.