Bedste Rugby Coach-podcasts (2025)

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Bench Warmers, Buy-In, and Being Different, with Ben Herring 1:03:18

12d ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Send us a text In this episode, Dan Cottrell catches up with the globetrotting coach and former pro player Ben Herring. From being told he was too small for the 1st XV to wrestling with his dad for jackal strength, Ben shares a raw and inspiring journey through rugby, coaching, and personal growth. Now Director of Rugby at Newington College and hos…

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Unlocking Creativity in Coaching with Dr. Michael Francis Pollin 59:38

22d ago59:38

59:38

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly podcast, host Dan Cottrell sits down with Dr. Michael Francis Pollin, a leading expert in coach development and coaching behaviours for player learning, development and performance. They dive into the fascinating world of creativity in rugby coaching, challenging traditional perceptions and e…

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From First XV to U14s: Coaching Rugby Across the Age Groups 53:52

29d ago53:52

53:52

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly Podcast, Dan Cottrell sits down with Charlie Harrison, former professional player for Bath, Bedford, Rotherham and player/coach at Doncaster, ex-Head of Rugby at Marlborough College, and now coach of the U14s at Marlborough. They discuss the transition from coaching First XV to working with y…

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Mastering Rugby Skills with The Rugby Trainer – Ben John’s Coaching Journey 41:47

1M ago41:47

41:47

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly Podcast, Dan Cottrell sits down with Ben John, better known as The Rugby Trainer, to explore his unique coaching philosophy and the rise of his hugely popular online brand. Ben shares how he transitioned from professional rugby to skill-specific coaching, the impact of his viral content, and …

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The Why Behind Coaching: Developing Expertise and Decision-Making 56:09

1M ago56:09

56:09

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly podcast, Dan Cottrell welcomes Jamie Taylor—Assistant Professor of Elite Performance at Dublin City University, Academy Coach with Leicester Tigers, and Senior Coach Developer at Grey Matters UK. Together, they dive into the practical aspects of coaching, discussing session planning, skill ac…

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The research secrets of dominant tackling revealed 1:00:15

2M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Send us a text Tackling is at the heart of rugby, but what truly makes a tackle dominant or a miss? In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly Podcast, host Dan Cottrell welcomes Oli Bishop, defence coach for Ealing Trailfinders Women and U23s, to break down the science behind effective tackling. Oli shares insights from his Level 4 RFU research, ex…

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From Recruitment to Retention: Lessons in Coaching Girls' Rugby, with Sam Halliday 48:12

2M ago48:12

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly Podcast, Dan Cottrell sits down with Sam Halliday, a PE teacher and rugby coach working with the Oxfordshire U16 PDG squad and Brackley U14 girls. Sam shares his insights on building a thriving coaching environment, fostering player ownership, and creating opportunities for girls in rugby. He…

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Beyond Perfection: Coaching for Excellence with Lewis Hatchett 1:04:23

2M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly Podcast, Dan Cottrell speaks with Lewis Hatchett—former professional cricketer, mindset coach, and creator of the MindStrong Sport app. They discuss perfectionism in sport, its benefits and drawbacks, and how it affects athletes and coaches. Lewis shares his personal experiences with perfecti…

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Fundraising for Grassroots Rugby: Secrets to Success with Ed Flynn 45:31

2M ago45:31

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Send us a text Raising funds for grassroots rugby can feel like an uphill battle, but Ed Flynn has cracked the code. In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly podcast, host Dan Cottrell sits down with Ed, a coach and fundraising powerhouse, to uncover the strategies that have helped his clubs thrive. From securing local business sponsorships to run…

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Building Better Coaches: Ethics, Education, and Inclusion with Stuart Armstrong 54:02

3M ago54:02

54:02

Send us a text Join Dan Cottrell on the Rugby Coach Weekly podcast as he dives into a compelling conversation with Stuart Armstrong, renowned coach developer and host of The Talent Equation podcast. Together, they tackle the nuanced topic of ethical coaching—what it means, why it matters, and how it can transform both grassroots and elite coaching …

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Emotion on the Field: Coaching with Heart and Strength 54:57

3M ago54:57

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Send us a text Join Rugby Coach Weekly's Dan Cottrell as he sits down with Marlo Boyd, Bath Rugby’s Development Officer, Bath University women's forward's coach and former Bristol Bears player. Marlo opens up about her unconventional journey into rugby, the lessons she's learned about managing emotions—both hers and her players’—and how emotional i…

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Coaching Through the Lens: Simple and Effective Video Analysis 49:23

3M ago49:23

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Send us a text Dan Cottrell welcomes Craig Wilson, director of rugby at Yale University and founder of The Contact Coach. Together, they explore practical, accessible approaches to video analysis for grassroots coaches. Craig shares personal experiences of using simple tools—smartphones, clipboards, and a bit of creativity—to make analysis both eff…

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Myths of motivating athletes with Dr Mark Carroll 53:56

3M ago53:56

53:56

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly podcast, Dan Cottrell welcomes Dr. Mark Carroll, a sports coach and lecturer at the University of the West of Scotland, and a host of Labours of Sports Coaching. Together, they delve into the myths and realities of motivation in sports coaching. This conversation challenges traditional approa…

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Do Women Tackle Differently? Coaching, Challenges, and Solutions 56:09

4M ago56:09

56:09

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly podcast, Dan Cottrell discusses tackling in women’s rugby with Kathryn Dane, an international rugby player, sports scientist, and coach. Kathryn, who has 23 caps for Ireland and is the coach for Ulster Women's Rugby and Old Belvedere, shares insights from her groundbreaking research into safe…

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Building Rugby from the Ground Up: How Adam Izzard is Transforming Rugby at Stonar School 50:55

4M ago50:55

50:55

Send us a text In this episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly Podcast, Dan Cottrell is joined by Adam Izzard, Head of Rugby and Head of Boarding at Stonar School. Adam shares his inspiring journey of building a rugby program from scratch at a small, co-educational school better known for its equestrian facilities than its rugby teams. From turning a hor…

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Tackling Myths in Coaching with Mark Williams 48:43

4M ago48:43

48:43

Send us a text In this episode, Dan Cottrell sits down with renowned sports scientist and learning expert Mark Williams to explore some of the most controversial and misunderstood myths in sports coaching. Mark is a visiting professor at the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University. A world-leading expert in skill ac…

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Practical rugby ways to use ‘It depends’ from the man himself! 43:43

4M ago43:43

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Send us a text Join Dan Cottrell as he dives deep with coaching legend Dave Collins in this thought-provoking episode of Rugby Coach Weekly. Together, they explore how context dictates coaching strategies and how to develop adaptable, critical-thinking players. Dave tackles big questions: What does a Dave Collins rugby session look like? How do you…

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Unlocking Skill Acquisition with Danny Powell 52:36

5M ago52:36

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Send us a text Join host Dan Cottrell as he sits down with Danny Powell, a skill acquisition developer and performance psychologist from Manchester Metropolitan University. Danny shares his expertise working with coaches, including GB Aquatics and Sale Sharks, to explore the art and science behind skill acquisition. In this episode, they dive deep …

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How we built a team from five players to 25 and why they loving coming back to play 44:49

5M ago44:49

44:49

Send us a text Dan 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 …

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Why training on a Monday and Tuesday night means we field six men's teams a week, with Alex Hadley 43:23

5M ago43:23

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Send us a text In 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 welc…

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Building Rugby Culture: Engaging Schools, New Players, and Overcoming Coaching Challenges 41:18

6M ago41:18

41:18

Send us a text In 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 sha…

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Inside a training session with Fi Hayes, one of Ireland's top women's rugby coaches 49:53

6M ago49:53

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Send us a text Fi 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. I…

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The reality of pro-rugby life, the good & the challenges, with Matt Garvey 49:36

6M ago49:36

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Send us a text Dan 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 …

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New laws, trial laws and old laws: Keeping up-to-date and pragmatic 53:16

6M ago53:16

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Send us a text We 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 season The experimental laws you might see that aren't enshrined yet The old favourites of why it seems that not-straight at the scr…

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Coaching Blasts: What should we expect of a U14 rugby player, with Gary Townsend 23:16

7M ago23:16

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Send us a text In 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 t…

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Rugby Coach Weekly

Dan Cottrell

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Bench Warmers, Buy-In, and Being Different, with Ben Herring 1:03:18

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Unlocking Creativity in Coaching with Dr. Michael Francis Pollin 59:38

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From First XV to U14s: Coaching Rugby Across the Age Groups 53:52

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Mastering Rugby Skills with The Rugby Trainer – Ben John’s Coaching Journey 41:47

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The Why Behind Coaching: Developing Expertise and Decision-Making 56:09

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The research secrets of dominant tackling revealed 1:00:15

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From Recruitment to Retention: Lessons in Coaching Girls' Rugby, with Sam Halliday 48:12

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Beyond Perfection: Coaching for Excellence with Lewis Hatchett 1:04:23

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Fundraising for Grassroots Rugby: Secrets to Success with Ed Flynn 45:31

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Building Better Coaches: Ethics, Education, and Inclusion with Stuart Armstrong 54:02

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Emotion on the Field: Coaching with Heart and Strength 54:57

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Coaching Through the Lens: Simple and Effective Video Analysis 49:23

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Myths of motivating athletes with Dr Mark Carroll 53:56

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Do Women Tackle Differently? Coaching, Challenges, and Solutions 56:09

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Building Rugby from the Ground Up: How Adam Izzard is Transforming Rugby at Stonar School 50:55

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Tackling Myths in Coaching with Mark Williams 48:43

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Practical rugby ways to use ‘It depends’ from the man himself! 43:43

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Unlocking Skill Acquisition with Danny Powell 52:36

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How we built a team from five players to 25 and why they loving coming back to play 44:49

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Why training on a Monday and Tuesday night means we field six men's teams a week, with Alex Hadley 43:23

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Building Rugby Culture: Engaging Schools, New Players, and Overcoming Coaching Challenges 41:18

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Inside a training session with Fi Hayes, one of Ireland's top women's rugby coaches 49:53

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The reality of pro-rugby life, the good & the challenges, with Matt Garvey 49:36

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New laws, trial laws and old laws: Keeping up-to-date and pragmatic 53:16

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Coaching Blasts: What should we expect of a U14 rugby player, with Gary Townsend 23:16

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