Motivation and Psychology
Rugby coaching is more than putting down a few cones and telling your players to run up and down the pitch passing the ball. You also need to consider the motivation and psychology of the players and the team, whilst remaining focused on the practical aspects of getting players ready mentally for match day.
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Make a difference on match days
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Tips to help you control the game from the dug out.
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Managing the half time huddle
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This is a vital time for the coach. It must be carefully thought out to leave the players revitalised and prepared for the second half.
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Tips on what not to tell your players
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Shouting negative comments or empty threats may damage your team's morale and obstruct their best performance. Avoid the following pitfalls and use these tips to criticise your team in a positive and constructive way.
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Rugby coaching tips to help new players settle in
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A successful team is a stable and cohesive one. Peter Tann offers a five-step guide to helping new players settle in.
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Pre-match rugby warm-ups
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Your pre-match rugby training routine should be about both mental and physical preparation.
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Seven key factors to an intense defence
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Getting your team working together in defence can pay big dividends over the course of the season. Use the following checklist to organise your players.
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Five ways to create a controlled, aggressive team
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How to look to the example of the All Blacks to play a controlled, aggressive rugby game.
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Making Your Sessions More Realistic
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Lynn Kidman, a leading author on player-centred coaching, challenged coaches to think about their style of coaching and how they could improve the way they approached their teams.