"O Canada..."
- by Tony LaCarte
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- 14 Jan, 2019
Vancouver you had Rusty at 'Hello'!
Our thanks to Tony LaCarte and @BCRugbyUnion for sending us this piece on Rusty's trip to Vancouver
To develop skilled players that can play the game of the future we need to have coaches that can innovate. Over a sunny weekend in beautiful Vancouver British Columbia, St. George’s School hosted the annual BC Rugby Conference. Tearing up the script, Rusty came prepared to share his magic with Canadian coaches and players.
The first evening Rusty shared his knowledge on how to create amazing camp environments and develop leaders. Rusty brought these two topics to life by sharing his own experiences and tapping into the collective knowledge in the room. Rusty also introduced the idea of coaching the individual with love and care which would be a central themes throughout the weekend. Some of the other key topics throughout the weekend involved re-thinking set piece and developing x-factor players.
On the field Rusty took coaching with games to the next level! BC coaches and players were exposed to the idea of creating the game within the game through use of individual and team challenges. It was amazing to watch as players tried new things and stretched themselves along with sharing very open and honest feedback with a diverse group of coaches. Rusty spent the first 5 minutes of the session just getting to know the players which allowed him to get some very honest feedback and discussion from players and give coaches new perspectives on lines questioning and player experience. His ability to make people feel comfortable created the best learning environment for coaches and players and this is where the magic lies.
Rusty is able to show people what is possible in coaching. Not only did coaches walk away from the weekend with a lot to think about but Rusty also gave ideas on how coaches can stay connected with each other and continue the learning following the conference.
Coaches contributing include Stuart Lancaster, Eddie Jones, Giselle Mather, Jared Payne, Geoff Parling, Danielle 'Nolli' Waterman, Ian Peel & Joe El Abd to name but a few!
Making the most of their lockdown experience, Rusty and Fletch between podcasts and webinars have designed this latest resource to support Wizards in developing skilful adaptable players and teams. The tactical content will centre around challenges based on Scrum, Lineout, Transition, Attack, Defence, Kick Off, and Huddles.
With the cards themed around 'tactical', Vanessa at Fuzzbox Design has rocked it with a new look and new feel to the Cards .We have maintained the 'never tear' material so that they are completely weather-proof (Stig has tested them in the washing machine).
We know coaches are going to love these and have made them available for pre order now with expected delivery from September
Order yours now by visiting the online store here
Canada, we loved you, the whole experience was emotional!!!
1. What was the most challenging part of training?
