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1. Mental Preparation For Elite Rugby Players
   David Griffiths
   The game of rugby has changed considerably since the advent of professionalism. The hits have gotten bigger and so have the players. But one aspect often forgotten is the . . . keep reading
   
   
2. Game Sense Rugby Coaching
   Game sense rugby coaching is an increasingly popular style of coaching in many sports, and in particular, both codes of rugby. Originally popularised in Australia, it is also known as Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) or the Empowerment or Questioning Approach. . . . keep reading
   
   
3. Coaching positional play for fullbacks
   David Griffiths
   Knowing where to position himself and what line to take in a run are vital for every back on a rugby team, but none more so than the fullback. As the literal last line of defence, the fullback often has the opportunity to make a try-saving tackle or start a good counter-attack from receiving high ball . . . keep reading
   
   
4. Your Rugby Coaching Philosophy
   Every good rugby coach has their own personal style, values and unique view on rugby coaching that make up their coaching philosophy. It is important for any coach to think about their own style and try and develop it fully into an all-round philosophy. Here are some thoughts on why you might want to do this, and how best to go about it . . . keep reading
   
   
5. Tour: Specific How To Video's & Articles
   Are you tired of rugby coaching magazines, rugby journals and freebie coaching web sites with lots of fluff but no meat and substance on how to actual . . . keep reading
   
   
6. Eating To Win For Rugby Players
   Neil Harmon
   As the game of rugby develops and gets more and more physically intense, it becomes even more important to look after your body while playing. This has traditionally meant . . . keep reading
   
   
7. Tour: Downloadable Tools & Templates
   Here's a partial listing of our growing array of ready-to-use forms, procedures and worksheet templates you can use to build a more organized and effi . . . keep reading
   
   
8. Increasing Intensity in Amateur Rugby League/Union Players
   Neil Harmon
   Rugby league/Union has always been an intensely physical game and one that strains its players' bodies to the very limits of their abilities and tests every part of the body. This is even more true now than ever and coaches need to respond to that fact, not only if they want to be more successful but for their players' welfare . . . keep reading
   
   
9. Agility Training For Rugby Players
   Rugby players need to be strong and fast, which means that to be a great rugby player, one must be agile. But many make the mistake of just taking agility training for rugby players lightly, or completely do without this important preparation . . . keep reading
   
   
10. Rugby Coaching Styles
    There are many different styles for a rugby coach to adopt -- indeed as many as there are coaches. But choosing the right one can be difficult -- it is important that you tailor your own style to your players' needs, skills and age levels. Here are some thoughts on the broad categories of coaching, and when you might need to use each one. . . . keep reading
    
    
11. Defensive Systems
    Neil Harmon
    The defensive system adopted by a team is ultimately dependent on the strategy of the coach, the preferences and skills of the key players in the team, as also the consideration of the attacking strengths of the opposition. . . . keep reading
    
    
12. Mental Toughness
    Mental toughness is one of the most elusive goals of all elite players. It is one of the greatest accolades a professional player can have -- that he is said to be tough under pressure and consistent in performance. . . . keep reading
    
    
13. Can You Coach Decision Making?
    Being a coach is all about making decisions, both before and during matches -- strategies, team-picking, substitution -- there is a lot to consider. So how can you make sure you are making the best possible decisions for your team. Should you rely on gut instinct? Or make a more intellectual choice? Here are a few tips to get you making the right decisions for you and your team . . . keep reading
    
    
14. How To Be Aggressive Without Playing Foul
    David Griffiths
    Both rugby league and rugby union are intensely physical and at times frustrating games. It is not surprising that players can build up large amounts of aggression. If this is used correctly, it can actually help . . . keep reading
    
    
15. How can coaches accelerate learning?
    The ideal coach not only passes on his experiences to players and develops their skills, but does so quickly, bringing out the full potential of his players. The ultimate image is of the elite coach who joins a team and totally transforms their performance over the course of one season. While you may not be quite there yet, there is certainly a lot you can do to speed up your players' learning experience. . . . keep reading
    
    
16. Pre & Post Match Eating Plan
    Neil Harmon
    These days, nutrition is becoming vitally important for the committed rugby player. Most national sides have at least one nutritionist, and the importance of diet to training is well understood. But it is not just what you eat during training periods . . . keep reading
    
    
17. Tour: Audio Programs & Teleseminars
    1RugbyCoach.com features audio & video interviews plus tele-seminars with some of the elite Rugby Coaches on a variety of topics all with particul . . . keep reading
    
    
18. Four Foundations of a Good Coach
    Neil Harmon
    A good coach is all things to all people -- inspirational, knowledgeable, intelligent and perceptive. There are so many different aspects of being a coach that it can be difficult to know what to focus on when trying to improve your own performance, never mind your team's. . . . keep reading
    
    
19. Tour: What Our Members Are Saying
    Don't just take our word for it. Here are some of the unsolicited comments we've received from amateur Rugby Coaches around the world: . . . keep reading
    
    
20. Coach Smart - Benefits of Kick Play
    David Griffiths
    The kicking game has been under a lot of pressure in rugby union recently as it has become the attacking weapon of choice for many teams after changes in the breakdown laws. However, there are lessons to be learned from rugby league, and your team might well benefit from a more kicking-oriented game . . . keep reading
    
    

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