Group Photo, The Coaching Gig, Thriving Kiwi Coaches, Kyle McLean

Nov 29, 2023
3 min

7 Law Changes to Save Rugby

The game of rugby needs a serious tweak. With the TMO debate settling, it's time to confront the realities of the sport. The Rugby World...

It’s Pointless, Pointing The Finger At Officials

Kyle McLean

Nov 2, 2023
3 min

It’s Pointless, Pointing The Finger At Officials

Isn't it sad how, in the wake of the Rugby World Cup, most of our post-tournament conversations have revolved around the officiating? Now...

Kyle McLean

May 16, 2023
2 min

Dealing With Score Blowouts

Dear New Zealand Rugby, World Rugby, and Anyone Who Will Listen! Competition and organizing committees have one simple goal - create an...

Kyle McLean

May 11, 2023
2 min

Keep it REAL

Have you ever heard a coach say, “I’ve decided to coach this year, because I want kids to hate sport and quit at the end of the season....

Kyle McLean

Apr 26, 2023
2 min

‘Team Runs’ Are A Waste Of Time

After the mandatory warm-up lap, 4 corners drill, passing waves and forwards / backs split, most rugby trainings will end with the...

Kyle McLean

Mar 22, 2023
2 min

Purposeful Bumps

Have you had situations when you seem to be at the right place at the right time, when you randomly ‘bump’ into someone? You then get...

Kyle McLean

Dec 5, 2022
2 min

Being Actively Present

“I never expect anything from the boys that I wouldn’t do myself. I go to all morning gym sessions” (Nigel Hotham, Hamilton Boys High...

Kyle McLean

Nov 29, 2022
1 min

ABCDE Planning

Are you busy? Most people you talk to comment on how busy life is. But are we busy or a bit useless with your time? Often it is the...

Kyle McLean

Nov 21, 2022
2 min

Coaching Outside Of Practice

Jeepers it can be hard helping individual players develop within a team sport. Balancing individual and whole team development can be a...

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