James Maddison On His Snooker Obsession, Beckham & Life At Spurs

Spurs midfielder James Maddison joins Stephen for a couple of frames and a fascinating chat where he discusses his love of snooker, his return from injury and friendship with Judd Trump
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[@nitnesto9195]

that game room is just a dream. beautiful. lucky guy.

[@dan003]

The lucky lad can afford a mansion with a month's wages! Fair play!

[@user-uc6vs9wf5b]

Nothing to do with luck. Hard work. Reminds me of Stuart Bingham snooker room. Amazing 🏳️‍🌈

[@matthaeusrex5627]

Don't be ridiculous, many people work much harder than a professional snooker player and have far less money, yes, you have to get lucky too​@@user-uc6vs9wf5b

[@MaFd0n]

@@user-uc6vs9wf5bHard work has got nothing to do with it. So sick of people claiming hard work is why people earn a lot. It has got nothing to do with it at all.

[@roathripper]

HARD WORK and a bit of luck to be fair

[@jgilds7947]

He comes across really down to earth…his parents did a great job raising him…really enjoyable episode 👍🏻

[@dondamon4669]

People thought Jeffrey Dahmer was a good bloke and there's you judging him and even his parents just by a KZbin video 😂 what do you expect him to do on a KZbin video? Walk around with his pants down,spit on the floor, stick the cue up Stephen when he's taking a shot?

[@jgilds7947]

@@dondamon4669 well we can certainly see how you were raised… what a really odd comment..i hope your ok going forward 🙏🏻

[@user-ee5gc2hn3n]

Just a fun comment guys. Wouldn't take it seriously. Just social media!

[@indianastones6032]

And how he was raised will be passed down to his kids. I hope theyre just as down to earth and humble in what the decide to do when they're older!

[@angrygary122]

I know what are you talking but people in the youtube are npc's take it as it is

[@timothypearce2633]

James Maddison comes across as an absolute diamond! This wasn’t an interview it was a great conversation

[@hayd9785]

I would never thought i would see Stephen hendry and James maddison player snooker together...what a great channel

[@deanwilson7031]

Yeah crazy ain’t it. This channel is quality

[@juchetony1910]

wait till Stephen's new YT channel starts: "Awkward Saunas".

[@robertl426]

I'm not a football fan so I have no Idea who this guy is, but he seems like a very likeable young man. Not too bad at snooker too, and now he knows how to brush a table!

[@Pa1zan]

you should look him up, he's a great player

[@user-zc8fl6ds7k]

Which position?

[@bilaalhussain7320]

​@@user-zc8fl6ds7kmidfielder for spurs

[@user-xe3cw7qb4z]

@@Pa1zan Should know stats matter in sport, Yes, records matters in sports,not opinions! Ronnie & Hendry two best ever in snooker share 7 World titles,and the rest of the record are held by the greatest player of all time Ronnie O'Sullivan Judd F'all in records. Woman record who's made love to most dogs 669 dogs,my mother

[@user-xe3cw7qb4z]

@@Pa1zan Read who got pumped. Its your hero Princessyips aka Stephen Hendry .Haha a know nothing muppet... 9-4 to Ronnie against Hendry in 13 finals...9-8 to Ronnie against Hendry in Semi Finals..4-4 in QF.. 30 -21 to the GOAT Ronnie against Hendry Head To Head. 2004/8 WSC Semi Finals says all you need o know about Hendry Ronnie tore two new ones for Hendry where the sun don't shine 17-4 17-6 Facts! Mind your language mug instead of letting your heart rule your head! Hilarious!

[@vonyoda]

As a Norwich fan I’ve only got good things to say about him as a player but this is the first time I’ve really seen him away from the pitch and what an incredibly likeable person he is too. Respectful, inquisitive and articulate. Great video.

[@Luke-ve4xs]

up the nodge

[@juchetony1910]

articulate might be pushing it, but he's a nice lad.

[@laurieharper1526]

Great conversation. James is interviewing you as well as you him.

[@neo77447]

Best thing to happen to Spurs in a very long time. Has all the hallmarks to be an absolute legend

[@Asif24960]

Spurs are still shite though. Horrible club with even worse fans

[@neil_g78]

@@Asif24960 You've never been to a game lad so sssshhhh

[@badofcheese]

Gutted we (Newcastle) didn’t go all out and try to get him in early doors. We’d been sniffing around him for long enough that it looked like we were in with a shout. Great player. I always thought he came across a like a bit of a dick on the pitch but that’s not necessarily a bad thing and he seems like a really nice lad here.

[@chrishaswell4405]

​@@badofcheese I mean Ange seems like a slightly more important so far.IMO

[@chrishaswell4405]

​@@badofcheeseagreed I still think Toonali and Barnes will come good once available

[@aol6983]

Maddison is a great player, we had him at Aberdeen for a year on loan from Norwich, what a player he was back then. Never forget his winning freekick against Rangers. Brilliant channel Stephen.

[@fl2845]

Yeah i was there fucking unreal

[@georgesloss3143]

I Had the wrong impression of james maddison not too long ago but i now think he is as good a person as you could wish to meet. Top class all around.

[@POC88]

I'm a Leicester fan, Maddison will always be a legend around these parts. Always gave it a go and he was the best player in the team, how spurs got him for 40m is ridiculous.

[@circle2867]

a legend? wouldnt go that far.

[@TORRES999ify]

​@@circle2867why not .? Leicester city have only ever won 1 fa cup in their history and 5 major trophies in total..he was part of that fa cup winning team He is a leicester city player of the year . He played 203 games scoring 55 goals Yes got relegated in the end but winning a first ever fa cup with leicster will be remembered more than any relagation That whole team that won the fa Cup will go down as legends in Leicester.

[@circle2867]

he was brilliant fo us i will admit that. but legend is a bit much imo. kasper schmeichel, mahrez and vardy are legends in my eyes. maddison not on that level@@TORRES999ify

[@ShadowWolf315]

James is such a down to earth guy. Great player and personality.

[@fidelcastro9579]

Who’d have thought that young and quiet snooker genius would become such a warm and generous guy. Absolute class.

[@roolaing]

Haven’t ever supported any of the teams Maddison has played for, but he seems a lovely fella. He’s a superb footballer, and able to hold conversation really easily, which is admirable. Would do well in whatever he turned his hand to post football

[@allmodcons]

Great episode..James comes across as a good lad. Hope he avoids more injuries and has success with Spurs.

[@hristodarakchiev]

Such a nice guy Maddison is. I am a huge Spurs fan and I never knew he played snooker. Once again great content Stephen. Greetings from Bulgaria!

[@Superman-nn4nw]

James Maddison free kick for Aberdeen v Rangers. Outstanding.

[@snookerstones]

This is actually the best KZbin channel in the world. In my opinion.

[@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff]

Not until STEPHEN LEE has made an appearance

[@streetspirit956]

still waiting for Jimmy White to come on

[@snookerstones]

@@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff I hope Stephen Lee never makes an appearance

[@snookerstones]

@@streetspirit956 very true - maybe white rejected.

[@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff]

@@snookerstones he is an absolute beast… h a matter of time before he appears! Will take about 4hours to film though due to how often he needs to sit down!

[@TalkNorwichCity]

Absolutely loving this channel and what a guy Madders is. He was an absolute cut above at Norwich and has gone on to brilliant things. Also, what an incredible games room. The dream.

[@callummace]

we're very proud of Madders in Coventry, one of our best academy products and such a great lad

[@phil7080]

Great combo, a legend and a clear fan. Hendry, one of the best ever. Maddison a huge footballing talent.

[@dubs78]

Stephen you are cueing beautifully, and the reaction with your new cue is spot on. Great to see. Legend.

[@ledyatttroutfishery]

Superb, This is up there with some of the very best snooker interviews ever. First class entertainment.

[@leforite]

Wish I had a room like that

[@badofcheese]

Me too but there’s going to be chalk all over that expensive carpet!

[@leonwilks4114]

Work harder then

[@MalcolmMXTaylor]

A fun video and a good chat as well, James seems like a decent guy

[@paulgiddins101]

What a lad he is Maddison he would have a game of snooker with anyone,loves it also.So down to earth made me laugh how he brushes the table bless him! He can play a bit though. Great episode Hendry is smashing this channel😊

[@danfrith924]

Rarely do i watch any video's on youtube or anywhere with skipping parts at least once or twice but this and Ronnie video i watche every second of it, great watch 👍

[@jonnyjonnyjonnyjonny]

4 MINUTES IN AND THIS IS ABSOLUTE GOLD. SUCH A LOVE FOR BOTH SPORTS, THIS IS AMAZING! ❤

[@JakeLongworth]

Quality as usual Stephen! Madders seems like a class guy, gutted United didn't sign him in the summer - especially as he's a fan! Keep em coming

[@SmokeandSteam]

Fabulous. James Maddison comes across as a really decent young man (he’s pretty good at snooker too, but should definitely stick to the football!). That was a really good watch and conversation. Thanks both!

[@Joseph_Rowland]

What a great conversation. So happy to have James at spurs. Great video Stephen.

[@andrewmurphy4921]

Always a pleasure to hearcStephen talking pure snooker,and James is well grounded knowing who and where he started of 👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@Nick-yk4pq]

I have absolutely zero interest in football, no idea who james maddison is, but i love the format of snooker interview with snooker tips enough to watch this whole thing, good video!

[@Purrre]

This channel is just pure gold now for a fan

[@mtns7036]

Mad channel really, I don't watch snooker, I don't get premiership in aus so don't watch football either yet I watch all of these. What a lovely young man. Love the way he calls is footy, just a kid with all his dreams coming true. Great show.

[@kristianhansen1738]

Great video! James is such a lovely and humble guy ❤️

[@TE_53349]

i picked up snooker about 3 years ago and recently got my highest break of 40. love the game

[@conFCUM]

Love this video Stephen 😊it’s nice seeing different sports players / stars showing there love for snooker and even showing there personality

[@cheddarfish225]

James, top guy. Hope your come back from injury works out well. COYS. Thanks Stephen. Great chat.

[@Philipp91615]

Great content as always 👍

[@glenrafferty9677]

Thanks for the video Stephen. A really great watch.

[@lashamaisuradze3571]

Stephen this channel is awesome.. Thank you for making all these videos!

[@georgemayo6889]

I’m a huge Spurs/Snooker fan, I’m in dreamland with this episode!!❤

[@Alan-ef4wt]

Great to see the banter love this and love Hendry

[@RE7Hazuki]

Stephen, I am hooked on this channel!!! imho You're the GOAT.

[@davidc3808]

Great video. Oh and I love your commentaries, don’t change them. I always learn more about the game when I’ve listened to your wise words. Much prefer that type of commentary to the guys who think they are mind readers and can tell us what a player is thinking.

[@santicazorla3785]

What a great channel this is. Another class video

[@WayneAnthonyHolmes-ez9mh]

Be a lot better if there wasn't that oddball from Ireland in the comments on loads of fake profiles harassing people! This the best snooker page on KZbin 🐐

[@ryanh3285]

Great video and great character Madders is that room is a dream for any snooker fan .I hope he gets some better chances for England

[@anbraban]

never really realized how down to earth james is, im a man utd fan but have admired him as a player throughout his times at leicester and now spurs, never really saw much of him at norwich tbh but very impressed by him both on and off the pitch. a talented guy and good luck to him

[@Harrylovesmeat_13]

Another fantastic video again Stephen. My day has been catching up with the Nappon video and watching this

[@calummorrison7440]

Great episode. Brilliant combo of personalities...Hendry is a legend!

[@deanparsons9379]

That was a great watch. Thanks Stephen

[@omegaman6494]

we've missed him, glad he's back!

[@omegaman6494]

@@GoneFishin247 What if I do huh??

[@stuckkk]

Great conversation - loved this, cheers!

[@christianjsmith79]

One of the best Stephen! Good player and great lad.

[@MrHadrian71]

Stephen, these are a gift for now and future generations! Brilliant format! Lovin it!

[@jonsaddler3067]

This is a great channel Maddison seems a really nice down to earth lad which suprises me for some reason. I am not sure why it suprise but it does.

[@SemajJustMe]

What a player Madders is! And not a bad snooker player! 😍 COYS! 🤍

[@DanielLuck7]

COYS!!!

[@kylowhen2639]

Oh he is a bad player.

[@garethparr9482]

another brilliant cue tips. James seems like a real top guy and Stephen……… just the best!!

[@1spursking]

So glad we’ve got madders i just wish we’d have seen a season with him and kane together

[@jamieardenit7080]

I was never a fan of Stephen Hendry growing up, I thought he was a bit robotic and cold, but this KZbin channel has totally changed my opinion of him he comes across brilliantly and he is such a natural interviewer. Long may it continue 👍

[@SabreT99]

He was. Said he didn't want to be friends with players. He wanted to win. That's what it takes to the best, for him anyway.

[@jimtheyid]

Love Maddison, absolutely class. Love Hendry,great player . Smashing video

[@chrissheridan9697]

Love this one especially with madders as a spurs fan also love the ones you do with Ken Doherty

[@rookierook006]

His man cave is amazing. How they got a snooker table up here is just as impressive.

[@Steve-ps4fx]

Great content, natural conversation! Two great fellas

[@AvHanda]

Cracking content - keep it up !

[@michaelpurdie6909]

Saw Maddison during his brief loan spell at Aberdeen around 2016 and his class was evident then....granted, the standard up here isn't on par with top leagues but enough for Leicester to give him the chance to excel. He more than repaid that opportunity and is a credit to the game. Very humble and great attitude.

[@darrendimmock6470]

This was a really good episode, proper sound bloke James

[@LCCTraining]

Maddison is properly fan boying. Love it. 👍 Both for the channel and Stephens CV.

[@philmasters5277]

Nice games room James. Hope you have a great time at Spurs. I think you'll more than repay your transfer fee. A nice conversation between the two of you. It was nice to see James turn the tables a bit but he actually seemed genuinely interested and asking his questions because he actually wanted to know.

[@normantaylor5957]

Another great video SH 👍

[@assadashiq931]

Hendry my all time fave I just loved growing up watching him with my dad on the tele, watching him back then I would never have imagined he would do something like this he always seemed quiet and focused. All time snooker GOAT. Madders is a ledge got jokes 😂, this was a brilliant video . ‘These pockets are tight’ 😂😂 that old chestnut

[@davidpeters3857]

Two great lads

[@pauladamson8684]

Great episode. What a nice lad he seems to be.

[@1965deebee]

Excellent…and James Maddison is a top player and sounds like a really top guy….😀👍

[@LeeRestoration1275]

James, what a down to earth Guy , all the best with the football and a great snooker room , get those framed shirts on the wall !!

[@SuperTerminator50]

Your an Excellent Snooker Commentator Stephen...you have got better and better....

[@marcovogelzang]

Lovely episode once again!!

[@reel1313]

Great Episode. Don't know much about soccer, but I like this dude.

[@justluke8836]

As a Norwich city fan we love madders, quality on the pitch and quality off of it…he was brilliant with Sophie Taylor bless her soul.

[@CODE3452]

Gen very likeable guy old madders, this video is brilliant. Thanks stevie!

[@paulhighe7615]

Excellent content as always 👏

[@wolfie_fa]

I asked for this video over 2 weeks and he delivered

[@ac2244]

James is a top bloke. Just show's these footballers are human. Great episode Stephen.

[@D4W5ON]

Best one I've watched!

[@lmods328]

Not a major snooker fan but this is what snooker needs to bring more eyes to it, Fair play to Hendry This is great for the sport

[@craigsherrock3258]

thats was great SH and yes want to see the bullard v mads match!

[@elmondo3543]

Absolutely fantastic watch! The GOAT of snooker with another great guest, best channel on KZbin, well done Mr Hendry 👏

[@WayneAnthonyHolmes-ez9mh]

Hope that oddball from Ireland doesn't see this who keeps cloning our accounts. Nice post 🐐

[@DavidReed-ku8ct]

LMFAO.He is not the GOAT,But whatever hahahhaha

[@DavidReed-ku8ct]

@@WayneAnthonyHolmes-ez9mh Which oddball? Terrible post because Ronnie is the GOAT 🐐

[@CHARLOTTEGAYMCNAIR-rs1cd]

@@WayneAnthonyHolmes-ez9mh Who S.Abused you dad...Grandpa or Grandma? Can i guess dad? Both

[@fuckutube-kn6nn]

@@WayneAnthonyHolmes-ez9mh Ronnie O'Sullivan is the UNCONTESTED GOAT with facts to prove it .Most successful player in history. Legitimate facts ,not based on opinions or feelings.Its based on facts! Deal with it 🚀 🐐

[@hamzazilani6398]

Like all the football collabs, would absolutely love to see SAF on here one day I know he’s a snooker fanatic

[@jonathanlewis1981]

Way to old now I'd say and with his wife passing can't see him doing anything to be fair

[@feroxvenom5082]

Brilliant channel awesome again champ .

[@SM_9991]

Top class James, seems a likeable bloke. Great interview

[@scotsman1471]

James Maddison is living my dream. Great footballer, got the snooker table, loves his darts. Bet his missus is something else and all!

[@BrianPinas9]

Yep, has to be a quality piece

[@SteelBeake]

Being honest, not a massive snooker fan. However, first time watching the channel and really enjoyed this.

[@mr2nut123]

The only channel on YT that I automatically click 'like' on because I always know it will be quality content.

[@andylakey2744]

top lad Mads 👌 luv the channel

[@TDL1900]

Gary Lineker next please! Lineker said on The Rest Is Football that before he went to Barca, he played snooker almost every single day and was a close pal with Willie Thorne. Imagine two podcasters interviewing each other back and forth over a game of snooker!

[@ants80]

No thanks to Gary linekar !!! Biggest numpty on TV 😂

[@bartonbank2531]

Who wants to see that woke clown!?

[@itellyouwhy6957]

Gary doesn't have a table anymore. His snooker room is now a refugee hostel.

[@seanscanlon9067]

If you want to see Gary playing snooker, search on here under the title: Gary Lineker and Mark Lawrenson on the eve of the 1986 FA Cup final

[@D.H.1987]

​@@seanscanlon9067cool! Thank you

[@daboss3116]

Hendrys bang on right there… he said the table slows down when not brushed properly and you can tell

[@Host4l]

Great lads James & Stephen

[@mzzzzz2179]

Arsenal fan here, always liked James Maddison from Leicester. Was gutted Spurs managed to sign him as I always thought he might come to Arsenal which was a shame. Excellent footballer and Spurs are lucky to have him. Would love to give Maddison a game at his house since we're both from London and play at a similar level.

[@jamesadcock5235]

Love these tables what a room that is