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Manage episode 450300981 series 2496530
Dan Cottrell chats with Graham Bourton, head coach of the Milton Keynes Under 15s. Since taking over in 2016, Graham has transformed the team from a mere 5 players to a thriving squad of 25, thanks to his innovative coaching methods and strong community engagement.
In this engaging conversation, Graham shares:
- His journey from rugby parent to influential coach.
- The methods and training courses that shaped his approach.
- Strategies for player development and creating a fun, competitive environment.
- How he overcame challenges like COVID-19 to keep players engaged and motivated.
- Tips on working with parents and building a strong, supportive rugby community.
- Insights on team selection, managing player dynamics, and balancing development and competition.
To find out more about this podcast and many others, go to Rugby Coach Weekly
Also, tap into the library of 4,000 pages of activities, advice, tactics and tips to help you become the best rugby coach you can be!
350 episodes
Manage episode 450300981 series 2496530
Dan Cottrell chats with Graham Bourton, head coach of the Milton Keynes Under 15s. Since taking over in 2016, Graham has transformed the team from a mere 5 players to a thriving squad of 25, thanks to his innovative coaching methods and strong community engagement.
In this engaging conversation, Graham shares:
- His journey from rugby parent to influential coach.
- The methods and training courses that shaped his approach.
- Strategies for player development and creating a fun, competitive environment.
- How he overcame challenges like COVID-19 to keep players engaged and motivated.
- Tips on working with parents and building a strong, supportive rugby community.
- Insights on team selection, managing player dynamics, and balancing development and competition.
To find out more about this podcast and many others, go to Rugby Coach Weekly
Also, tap into the library of 4,000 pages of activities, advice, tactics and tips to help you become the best rugby coach you can be!
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