Phil Lucker, is the new head coach of the 7 Bamboos RFC, overseeing both the men’s and women’s teams this 7s season. The 47-year-old, Thornbury-born, took a unique entry into professional sports coaching, which was marked by a passion for…
Athletes are acutely aware of the pivotal role that physical activity plays in cultivating a healthy lifestyle. Regular training not only hones their skills and builds endurance, but also contributes to their overall well-being and longevity. However, to truly excel…
Rugby, a sport demanding a unique blend of power, speed, and agility, places significant emphasis on the physical prowess of its players. The gym becomes a crucial battleground for rugby enthusiasts aiming to enhance their on-field performance. In this comprehensive…
Ko Aotearoa e ngunguru nei! Au, au, aue ha! (It is New Zealand that thunders now; And it is my time! It is my moment!) — an extract from the „KAPA O PANGO”, the famous Haka. Throughout history, the New Zealand rugby…
Learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t live long enough to make them all yourself.” (Eleanor Roosevelt) Do you enjoy working out at the gym? If the answer is yes! That’s fantastic, keep going. If the answer is no,…
“Life always begins with one step outside of your comfort zone.” ― Shannon L. Alder When was the last time you left your comfort zone? Close your eyes for a moment and try to remember a moment in your sports…
Introduction Recently I scrolled through some old Uni work (from my Master’s degree in coaching science) when I stumbled upon an interesting paper titled: “The purpose of the coach”. The assignment discussed the different characteristics of a successful coach and…
Introduction “Goal setting is very important and as far as achievement goes you want high and realistic goals, and you want intermediate goals to go to a long-reaching goal. Goal setting is huge, and I’ve done that my whole life”.…
“Every mountain top is within reach if just keep climbing.” — Barry Finlay Fiji and the Dunes The Fijian rugby sevens team is among the world’s best — they won the World Cup in South Africa, and Olympic Gold in Rio and Tokyo and…
“As an athlete, I used my speed, agility and quickness to go out and play against the big guys.” Michael Chang In rugby sevens, speed and agility win games and tournaments. Once you break the gain line and have enough…
