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Rugby Through The Leagues Podcast

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A Rugby Podcast that wants to shine a light on all of Rugby outside of the Mainstream.

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Episode 29 - The Richmondshire RUFC Interview -...

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2024/11/01

In this episode of Rugby Through The League's podcast, we dive into an interview with Richmond Shire RUFC's key figures: head coach Cookie, captain Robbo, and vice-captain Jack. We explore the club's remarkable journey, from struggling in league competitions to mounting a comeback effort. The conversation highlights the club's resilience, grassroots recruitment, and efforts to rebuild and improve. We also discuss Richmond Shire's training practices, integration with the women's team, an...

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Episode 28 - The Dan Richmond Interview - From...

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2024/10/25

Join us for an enlightening episode featuring Dan Richmond as he shares his extensive rugby expertise direct from São Paulo, Brazil. We delve into coaching techniques, the strategic development of emerging rugby nations like Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay, and discuss impactful World Rugby initiatives. Learn about mastering line out throws, the importance of dynamic game-situation training, and the challenges of coaching remotely. This episode also highlights nurturing young talent, achieving eli...

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Episode 27 - The Grassroots Rugby Early Season Review

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2024/10/18

Slight change to the schedule this week, but we go through the leagues from the Championship down the leagues and review how teams have started and what are potentially the leagues are to watch for action!We review the women leagues and Rugby Europe too, so take a listen and see if your team is reviewed this week!

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Episode 26 - The Tom Martin Interview - From London...

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2024/10/11

In this episode, Tom Martin shares his extensive journey in rugby, transitioning from a player to a performance analyst. He discusses his coaching experiences across various countries, the significant role of analytics in modern rugby, and the challenges posed by COVID-19. Tom reflects on the surreal experience of preparing for the Olympics and emphasizes the importance of mental health for athletes. He also explores the future of rugby analysis, highlighting the impact of automation and AI i...

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Episode 25 - The Matt Merritt Interview - The PWR...

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2024/10/04

In this Episode, Carl and Matt Merritt delve into the world of rugby, focusing on the growth of women's rugby, the challenges it faces, and the importance of community and accessibility in the sport. They discuss Matt's journey into rugby journalism, the economic implications of rugby viewership, and the need for better analysis and coverage. The conversation highlights the significance of innovation in rugby events and the impact of coaching changes on player development, particularly in wom...

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Episode 24 - The Darragh Coyle Interview - All things...

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2024/09/27

In this episode, Darragh Coyle shares his journey in rugby coaching, discussing his experiences in both Ireland and Australia. He highlights the differences between the Irish and English rugby systems, the importance of funding and collaboration, and the challenges faced in the All-Ireland League. Darragh emphasizes the need for player accountability, leadership, and the significance of investing in relationships within the sport. He also reflects on the growth of women's rugby and the potent...

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Episode 23 - Grassroots Rugby Season is Back -...

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2024/09/20

In this episode of Rugby Through The Leagues, the hosts discuss the kickoff of the new rugby season, analyzing the performance of the Petersfield team in their first match. They reflect on the challenges faced during the game, including fitness and decision-making issues, while also looking ahead to upcoming matches and the overall expectations for the season. The conversation highlights the importance of teamwork, coaching strategies, and player development in grassroots rugby.

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Episode 22 - Another week of Grassroots Rugby -...

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2024/09/13

This weeks conversation revolves around a rugby match between Newbury and Swindon. The hosts discuss the physicality of the game and the challenges they faced. They also talk about the upcoming season, their goals, and the importance of player adaptability. The conversation touches on the club's history, the rebuild process, and the need for social memberships and new players. The hosts also mention their plans to visit other clubs and share their experiences on the podcast.

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Episode 21 - A Week of Grassroots Rugby - From...

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2024/09/06

The conversation covers various topics related to grassroots rugby, including charity games, pre-season friendlies, team structure, sponsorship, mental health, and youth development. The hosts discuss their experiences at Millbrook and Gosport rugby clubs, as well as their interactions with the Flaming Unicorns, a team focused on promoting men's mental health. They also mention upcoming games and events in the rugby community. Millbrook Rugby Club is focused on creating an inclusive and suppo...

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Episode 20 - The Lexi Chambers Interview - From John...

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2024/08/30

Lexi Chambers, a wheelchair-dependent athlete, is embarking on a challenge to wheel from John O'Groats to Land's End in a rugby relay. She aims to raise awareness for women's rugby and inspire others to get involved in sports. Lexi shares her journey of becoming wheelchair-dependent and her passion for rugby. She has set multiple world records in wheelchair racing and has trained extensively for her current challenge. Lexi's support crew includes her coach and fellow rugby players. They have ...

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Episode 19 - The Oli Curry Interview - From...

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2024/08/23

In this episode, Oli Curry shares his rugby journey and the challenges he faced as a player. He discusses the importance of weight in the game and how it affected his career. Oli talks about the pressure to meet certain weight requirements and the impact it had on his performance. He also highlights the opinionated nature of rugby and the reliance on coaches' opinions. Despite the challenges, Oli persevered and found success in his career. In this part of the conversation, Oli Curry discusses...

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Episode 18 - The Tom Blackburn Interview - From...

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2024/08/16

Tom Blackburn, Director of Rugby at Rugby Navy, discusses his rugby journey and the development of Navy rugby. He highlights the importance of performance-based selection and the need for a larger player pool. Tom also mentions the improvements made in the Navy rugby system, including professional training camps and a focus on strength and nutrition. He discusses the challenges faced by the women's team and the efforts to close the gap with the army. Tom emphasizes the role of external coache...

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Episode 17 - The Warren Abrahams Interview - A One...

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2024/08/09

In this episode of the Rugby Through the Leagues podcast, host Carl interviews Warren Abrahams, a rugby coach with extensive experience in both sevens and 15s rugby. They discuss Abrahams' rugby journey, his preference for coaching sevens, and the potential benefits of players and coaches participating in the sevens circuit. They also touch on the growth of rugby in Brazil and Abrahams' role in developing the sport in the country. The conversation covers topics such as the importance of plann...

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Episode 16 - The Havant RFC Interview - Coach Oz &...

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2024/08/02

Will Knight and Lewis Osborne discuss their rugby journeys and the resurgence of Havant Rugby Club. They talk about the challenges they faced and the steps they took to rebuild the club and improve on the field. They highlight the importance of building a strong team culture and values, as well as the impact of having a high-quality artificial pitch. They also discuss the club's recruitment strategy and their ambitions for the future, both on and off the pitch. The conversation with Will and ...

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Episode 15 - The Charlie Beech Interview - From...

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2024/07/26

Charlie Beech shares his 20-year rugby journey, highlighting the challenges and financial struggles faced by professional rugby players. He discusses the mismanagement of the sport, the lack of support for transitioning athletes, and the impact of financial instability on players' careers. Charlie also introduces Front Row Support, an organization aimed at providing holistic support and networking opportunities for athletes transitioning out of professional sports. The conversation covers var...

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Episode 14 - The Sean Shepherd Interview - From...

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2024/07/19

Sean Shepherd shares his rugby journey, from playing at Gosport to captaining Hampshire and the challenges of moving up the leagues with Havant. He discusses the club's progress, the impact of the pitch, and the upcoming season in the regional league. Sean Shepherd discusses his experiences in rugby, including playing with and against top players, the impact of influential coaches, and his personal fitness goals for the upcoming season. He also shares insights into the club's approach to play...

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Episode 13 - The James Shanahan Interview - From...

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2024/07/12

James Shanahan, Director of Rugby at Blackheath Rugby Club, shares his rugby journey and the challenges faced by the club. The club has ambitions to reach the Championship but is currently focused on being a top-four National One club. The landscape of rugby in England, particularly in the Championship, is uncertain due to financial constraints and the RFU's proposed funding. Blackheath has a diverse player pool and relies on recruitment and loan players to strengthen the squad. The club also...

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Episode 12 - The Joe Batley Interview - Cancer...

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2024/07/05

Joe Batley, a pro rugby player, shares his inspiring journey from battling cancer to returning to the game. He discusses the support he received, his approach to training, and the impact of fatherhood on his perspective. The conversation covers the challenges of returning to professional rugby after a cancer diagnosis, the impact of injuries on a player's career, the structure and sustainability of the English rugby divisions, and the future of the Premiership and Championship leagues. It als...

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Episode 11 - The Kiano Fourie Interview - From a...

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2024/06/28

Kiano Fourie, a high performance coach for Rugby India, shares his journey from South Africa to India and discusses the development of rugby in India, the challenges, and the future goals for the sport. The conversation covers the growth and development of rugby in India, including the challenges and opportunities faced by the sport. It also explores the potential for professionalization and the regional structure of the game. The conversation delves into the geographical and logistical aspec...

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Episode 10 - The Russell Earnshaw Interview - From...

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2024/06/21

In this conversation, Russell Earnshaw discusses his rugby journey and experiences as a player and coach. He emphasizes the importance of enjoying the game and appreciating amateur rugby. He also talks about his time playing sevens and the benefits it brings to players and coaches. The conversation touches on the limitations of coaches in rugby, including their attitude towards learning, access to expertise, and the politics within the game. The lack of innovation in the sport is also discuss...

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