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I’m joined by Tom Coyd MBE, Head Coach of the England Wheelchair Rugby League team and Head of Pathways for Wheelchair Rugby League at the RFL.

At just 27 years old, Tom led England to victory in the 2021 Rugby League World Cup (played in 2022) and in my opinion is one of the most thoughtful and grounded coaches in high-performance sport.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why every coach needs to ask, “Who’s coaching the coach?”
• The importance of connection and clarity in building high-performing teams.
• How humility and co-creation can be a superpower in coaching.
• And why success isn’t just about winning, it’s about people, perspective, and purpose.

In the conversation, Tom mentions the documentary "Made of Steel". You can watch it here on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001r9zl/storyville-made-of-steel-wheelchair-rugbys-fiercest-rivalry

I loved this open and thought-provoking chat about leadership, learning, and what it means to coach at the top level.

👉 Connect with us:

• Tom Hartley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomhartleycoaching/

• Tom Coyd MBE on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomcoyd/

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