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Dan Cottrell and guests discuss all the hot topics in grass roots rugby coaching from managing concussion to dealing with parents.

  1. How we built a team from five players to 25 and why they loving coming back to play

    15 NOV

    How we built a team from five players to 25 and why they loving coming back to play

    Send us a textDan Cottrell chats with Graham Bourton, head coach of the Milton Keynes Under 15s. Since taking over in 2016, Graham has transformed the team from a mere 5 players to a thriving squad of 25, thanks to his innovative coaching methods and strong community engagement.In this engaging conversation, Graham shares:His journey from rugby parent to influential coach.The methods and training courses that shaped his approach.Strategies for player development and creating a fun, competitiv...

    46 min
  2. Why training on a Monday and Tuesday night means we field six men's teams a week, with Alex Hadley

    8 NOV

    Why training on a Monday and Tuesday night means we field six men's teams a week, with Alex Hadley

    Send us a textIn this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly Podcast, host Dan Cottrell sits down with Alex Hadley, Director of Rugby at Battersea Ironsides, to explore what it takes to build and sustain one of the world's largest community rugby clubs. Alex shares insights on balancing player availability and club culture, creating a positive and welcoming environment, and using flexible strategies to engage and retain players. The conversation delves into the challenges of running a success...

    44 min
  3. Building Rugby Culture: Engaging Schools, New Players, and Overcoming Coaching Challenges

    1 NOV

    Building Rugby Culture: Engaging Schools, New Players, and Overcoming Coaching Challenges

    Send us a textIn this episode, Dan and Lindsay Abery, Thatcham U14 coach and former mini and junior chair, dive into the ins and outs of building a thriving rugby culture in schools. They tackle essential topics like engaging new players, ensuring safety with innovative techniques, and adapting coaching styles for different age groups. Lindsay shares practical strategies for growing rugby's reach, including tips on creating a standout coaching CV and breaking into school coaching en...

    42 min
  4. Inside a training session with Fi Hayes, one of Ireland's top women's rugby coaches

    25 OCT

    Inside a training session with Fi Hayes, one of Ireland's top women's rugby coaches

    Send us a textFi Hayes is a former Ireland international, winning two Six Nations and representing her country in the 2014 World Cup.More recently, she has coached UL Bohemians to cup and league titles, been head coach of Munster U18 girls, and is now Munster Women's head coach. She has also been the Energia Women's AIL coach of the year twice.In the podcast, I ask:What does a Fiona Hayes training session look like?How do you deal with players who struggle with passing or break the flow of ex...

    51 min
  5. The reality of pro-rugby life, the good & the challenges, with Matt Garvey

    18 OCT

    The reality of pro-rugby life, the good & the challenges, with Matt Garvey

    Send us a textDan welcomes Matt Garvey to the podcast. Matt had 13 years in English top flight rugby, playing for London Irish, Bath where he was also captain, Gloucester and Worcester. He is now the Rugby Players’ Association (RPA) Development Manager for Bath Rugby and Gloucester.In the podcast, they discuss:When an 18-year-old signs up for a club, what happens next?Even talented players don't make it. What should aspiring players do to make themselves better prepared when it com...

    50 min
  6. New laws, trial laws and old laws: Keeping up-to-date and pragmatic

    11 OCT

    New laws, trial laws and old laws: Keeping up-to-date and pragmatic

    Send us a textWe are delighted to welcome back Keith Lewis to the podcast. Keith is a practising referee and runs the RugbyReferee.net website and Facebook community.Dan asks Keith about:The three new laws for this seasonThe experimental laws you might see that aren't enshrined yetThe old favourites of why it seems that not-straight at the scrum is ignored, why referees allow players to seal off or go off their feetThe real impact of the tackle height lawsIf you are a referee, then you can jo...

    54 min
  7. Coaching Blasts: What should we expect of a U14 rugby player, with Gary Townsend

    4 OCT

    Coaching Blasts: What should we expect of a U14 rugby player, with Gary Townsend

    Send us a textIn this short podcast, Dan speaks to Gary Townsend, head of rugby at Switch Rugby about whether we have the wrong expectations of young rugby players.He is former RFU National Player Development Manager and Bristol Bears Junior Academy manager.In this episode, they discuss what a capable 13-year-old rugby player should achieve on the pitch and what coaches need to do differently to ensure we focus on the right skills and game understanding. To find out more about this podcast an...

    24 min
  8. Grassroots coaching: Asking why, fixing, changing philosophy

    27 SEPT

    Grassroots coaching: Asking why, fixing, changing philosophy

    Send us a textWe are going to turn the tables and Stu James, is going to ask me the questions.Stu is a club coaching ordinator and colts coach at Guildford RFC, as well as a coach within the Quins Foundation programme and for Surrey Colts. In addition to these volunteer roles, he has a day job as a business consultant and executive coach.In the podcast, Stu challenges me on:What question do I wish other coaches asked me on coursesHow do I help coaches who haven't got my experienceHow importan...

    39 min
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Dan Cottrell and guests discuss all the hot topics in grass roots rugby coaching from managing concussion to dealing with parents.

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  • Creator
    Dan Cottrell
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    331
  • Rating
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    © 2024 Rugby Coach Weekly
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