Beyond Perfection: Coaching for Excellence with Lewis Hatchett
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by Dan Cottrell and Lewis Hatchett
3d ago
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 perfectionism, explaining how it can drive high performance but also lead to anxiety, self-doubt, and fear of failure. The conversation explores the impact of coaching environments, the role of perceived perfectionism, and how athletes can shift towards "exc ..read more
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Fundraising for Grassroots Rugby: Secrets to Success with Ed Flynn
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by Dan Cottrell with Ed Flynn
1w ago
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 running hugely successful raffles and race nights, Ed shares his tried-and-tested methods for generating support, engaging the community, and ensuring clubs have the resources they need to grow. To find out more about this podcast and many o ..read more
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Building Better Coaches: Ethics, Education, and Inclusion with Stuart Armstrong
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by Dan Cottrell with Stuart Armstrong
2w ago
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 environments. With insights drawn from Stuart’s extensive experience in sports development and hands-on coaching experience, this episode explores the practical and philosophical dilemmas coaches face daily, from balancing inclusivity to navig ..read more
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Emotion on the Field: Coaching with Heart and Strength
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by Dan Cottrell with Marlo Boyd
3w ago
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 intelligence can foster trust and growth in a team. Together, they explore actionable strategies for coaches to incorporate empathy, manage emotional highs and lows, and build a safe yet driven environment for players to thrive. To find out m ..read more
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Coaching Through the Lens: Simple and Effective Video Analysis
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by Dan Cottrell with Craig Wilson
1M ago
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 effective and manageable, even without high-end tech. The conversation covers: Using footage to boost players’ confidence,  Balancing critical and positive feedback,  And how to avoid overwhelming players (or yourself!) with too much i ..read more
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Myths of motivating athletes with Dr Mark Carroll
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by Dan Cottrell wit Dr Mark Carroll
1M ago
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 approaches and offers fresh insights. From breaking down misconceptions about the coach's role as the ultimate motivator to exploring how self-determination theory and other frameworks can shape coaching practice, Dr. Carroll discusses the delicate balance ..read more
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Do Women Tackle Differently? Coaching, Challenges, and Solutions
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by Dan Cottrell with Kathryn Dane
1M ago
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 safety, skill acquisition, and performance in tackling. She discusses: The differences in how women develop tackling skills compared to men. Challenges unique to women’s rugby, such as late entry into the sport, limited resources, and coaching di ..read more
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Building Rugby from the Ground Up: How Adam Izzard is Transforming Rugby at Stonar School
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by Dan Cottrell with Adam Izzard
2M ago
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 horse paddock into a full-size rugby pitch to coaching a first XV squad made up of players with little to no rugby experience, Adam’s approach to developing the sport is packed with lessons for coaches, teachers, and school leaders alike. He discusses t ..read more
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Tackling Myths in Coaching with Mark Williams
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by Dan Cottrell with Mark Williams
2M ago
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 acquisition, Mark has authored 20 books and nearly 300 research papers and advised top sports organisations like FIFA, UEFA, and the EPL. His latest book is: The Best: How Elite Athletes Are Made with Tim Wigmore. Click the link to find out more. Dr ..read more
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Practical rugby ways to use ‘It depends’ from the man himself!
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by Dan Cottrell with Dave Collins
2M ago
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 balance questioning with active practice? Why is “It depends” a cornerstone of professional judgment in coaching? How do you foster curiosity and skill acquisition in players and coaches? What’s the role of experimentation and reflection in develop ..read more
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