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The Brian Moylett PodcastDamien McGrath - Former Leeds Rhinos, Leicester Tigers and England 7s CoachDamien has coached Leeds Rhinos, London Broncos, England Rugby League, Leicester Tigers, England A, England 7s, Huddersfield Giants, Welsh Rugby Academy, and 7s with Canada, Samoa, Germany and Kenya.In the podcast Damien chats about;How to bounce back when you lose your job as a coach.How he transitioned from Rugby League to Union and 7s.What League coaches bring to Union.His experiences coaching Leicester Tigers in the early 00s, with Martin Johnson, Austin Healy and the Tuilagis.Mistakes he made and learnings he got while coaching the England Rugby ‘A’ team.His Iris...2025-03-201h 20
The Brian Moylett PodcastWill Webster - Coaching Kenya 7s, Coaching Coaches, & Creating Learning Environments.Will Webster played in the English Championship, but decided to retire from the game to concentrate on coaching in his early 20s. He has gone on to coach Kenya 7s on the World Series, Hong Kong 7s & 15s and New England Free Jacks in Major League Rugby, winning two titles there. He now coaches coaches.We chat about his journey in the game and also the below, How he got the Kenya 7s job aged 24. What it was like living in Kenya as an English man.The unusual pressure and issues that he and the Ke...2025-03-121h 22
The Brian Moylett PodcastDavie Gray - Hurricanes Mindset CoachDavie played for the Scotland 7s, and previously worked with Exeter Chiefs, New Zealand Sevens, Taranaki Rugby and the Hurricanes as an S&C coach.In the pod we chat about;What he does as Hurricanes Mindset Coach.How Super Rugby preseason 2025 has gone for the Hurricanes.Why he transitioned from being an S&C coach to a Mindset coach.Tools to use to perform under pressure.How to get players to believe in your plan.Review Framework that the Hurricanes use.The impact belief has on outcomes.The 1:1 Mindset coaching he does with players...2025-02-161h 15
The Brian Moylett PodcastRichard Smith - Former Crusaders Rugby High Performance LeaderRichard Smith has been the High Performance Leader at the Crusaders, High-Performance Coach Development Manager for NZ Cricket, and High-Performance Coaching Consultant for High Performance Sport NZ. He coached NZ u19s to the World Cup title in 2007. He now consults with businesses as well as continuing his work at the top level of sport.In the podcast we chat about;- What makes an environment a high performance one.- How you improve as a coach.- The most important aspect of being a leader.- How...2025-01-151h 28
The Brian Moylett PodcastMarty Mulhall - Former Premiership Rugby Player Retiring At 27 To Do Ironman TriathlonsMarty won the AIL with Lansdowne fc in 2018. Then moved to the UK and played rugby in the Premiership, before deciding to retire from the game and do Ironmans.We chat about:His time in the Leinster Rugby systemWinning the AIL with Lansdowne fc.How Mike Ruddock helped him get his break in pro rugby.The impact that Alun Wyn Jones had on him.The springboard that playing with Swansea University in the BUCS Super Rugby gave him.Why Pat Lam signed him for Bristol Bears.How Max Lahiff mentored him. Playing with Saracens, and h...2024-12-291h 13
The Brian Moylett PodcastAndrew Brace - What It's Like Referring The Biggest Test Matches In this episode you will hear about;Andy's journey in the game.Andy's thoughts on the TMO.The life and schedule of a professional referee.The mental preparation Andy does for matches.Why Sam Warburton was a brilliant captain.Why Andy trains with the Irish rugby team, and what his role is with them.How Andy works with his coach.What Andy does at Half Time in Test matches.Advice former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen gave Andy about referring.How Andy deals with making mistakes in games.The most important skill a referee needs.How to develop...2024-12-181h 13
The Brian Moylett PodcastNeil Tunnah - What Professional Sports and Business Can Learn From Each Other.Neil Tunnah is a highly experienced rugby coach and high-performance consultant with over 20 years of expertise leading elite teams in both sports and business. Based in Australia, he holds Rugby Australia and University of Queensland Level 4 High Performance Coach accreditation and is a World Rugby Accredited High Performance trainer and educator.In the pod we chat about,The recent Autumn Nations Series.Why Sione Tuipulotu is key to Scottish Rugby's success.How Joe Schmidt has turned the Wallabies into a winning team.What business can learn from sport.The keys to giving effective feedback.How...2024-12-051h 15
The Brian Moylett Podcast3 Key Mindset Lessons You Can Use To Improve PerformanceI've decided to do an 85km Ultramarathon, and in this pod I share 3 things I've learned since I made the decision to commit to it.I'm doing the run in aid of the Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation. This is a brilliant charity who provide brilliant palliative care free of charge, but they need donations to do what they do. You can donate here, and anything you can give is massively appreciated, thank you. https://www.idonate.ie/wl/fundraiser/BrianMoylettUnleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become Professionals2024-12-0431 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastJP Nerbun - How to Build Team Culture & Grow As A LeaderJ.P. Nerbun is a leadership coach who partners with leaders to support their learning, growth, & impact on the world. He believes that great teams drive results & that effective leaders are intentional in creating strong team cultures.In the podcast JP explains ways in which coaches can better understand their strengths and weaknesses, and how they can get better at their craft. He also gives tools and strategies that coaches can use to build team culture, establish high standards in a team, and maximize collaboration with players. JP talks about his experiences in fac...2024-11-2058 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastJohn Cooney - Ulster Rugby Player & Irish International.John Cooney plays for Ulster Rugby in the URC and has been capped 11 times by Ireland. He previously played for Leinster Rugby where he won a Champions Cup, and Connacht Rugby where he won the Pro 12 title. He played for Lansdowne fc in the All-Ireland League where we played together briefly.In the podcast he talks about how his mindset massively changed midway through his career, why he wasn’t himself while playing with Leinster and why he saw a councillor earlier in his career.Cooney talks about his process for dealing with pr...2024-10-171h 01
The Brian Moylett PodcastJack Regan - Immense Highs & Lows Over An Incredible 10 Year Pro Rugby Journey This was an unreal chat. From Jack having me in stitches laughing, to chatting about mental health challenges, and just being intrigued throughout. Have a listen, you’ll enjoy it.Jack played for Irish 20s, Ulster, Highlanders, Ospreys and Toyota Shuttles. His mental health took a huge toll on him recently and he decided to walk away and retire from rugby.We chat about his journey in the game that took him across the world to playing with All Blacks Aaron Smith and Shannon Frizzell. He shares some mad stories lik...2024-09-251h 16
The Brian Moylett PodcastEamon Devlin - The Science & Data Behind Half-Time Team Talks Eamon is a half-time researcher and consultant who works with top flight professional teams across a number of sports, including football and the Premier League.In the pod we chat about his findings and what makes a half time team talks effective, in regards to impacting second half performance. In the pod you'll get tips and ideas on how you can impact the teams you coach, or your teammates if you are a player.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co...2024-09-121h 20
The Brian Moylett PodcastIan Reeves - Head of Wellbeing at South Sydney RabbitohsIan works with the players at South Sydney Rabbitohs, which is one of the NRLs biggest club, is owned by Russel Crowe and will be coached by Wayne Bennett next season.Ian chats about how he helps players off the field, so that they can perform on it. We chat about identity and how this can positively or negatively affect players, how different players prepare differently for games and tools that can help you be at your best to perform.Before moving to the NRL Ian worked with gaelic footballs in Ireland through...2024-08-2747 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastDavid Sharkey - The Key To Effective Communication In LeadershipDavid Sharkey is a communications consultant who works with elite teams across 8 different sports, as well as leaders in business.His clients include La Rochelle, coached by Ronan O'Gara, Rugby Australia and the GAA.In the podcast he explains the work that he does with these teams, and gives key insights into how you can be a better communicator.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today...2024-07-1057 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastWarren Abrahams - International 7s CoachWarren has coached England Sevens, Harlequins Academy, USA Eagles, Wales women and many other teams.He chats about how he left home in South Africa to move to the UK to pursue his coaching dream. He gives insights into what the best teams have, and how you can use those principals in your teams.He talks about what sets the best apart, and how the Springboks go deeper on the emotional, mental and spiritual sides of performance to create a stronger team.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That...2024-06-101h 16
The Brian Moylett PodcastNick De Luca - Former Scotland Rugby InternationalNick was capped 46 times and also spent played in France with Biarritz, and England with Wasps. Nick chats about a number of concussion he had, and shares why he doesn’t worry about the future. A perspective you’ve probably not heard before. He chats about why a lot of professional players stop enjoying the game, and also why school leavers stop playing and what we can do to change that. We chat about what he’s up to now, and why he did an MBA but then choose to take a di...2024-06-0457 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastAdam Griggs - What Sets Irish Rugby's Pathway System ApartGriggsy and I played together in Lansdowne fc, winning the All-Ireland League together in 2015. He is a Kiwi and went through the Tasman Makos Academy with current Leinster Rugby Backs coach Andrew Goodman.Griggsy moved to Ireland to play in the All-Ireland League. He tells a story about how he happened to be having a few wines with Joe Schmidt one night, which led to him getting called into the Leinster team out of nowhere.Currently Adam is coaching in the Leinster Rugby pathway system as Head Coach of the u19s, and...2024-05-151h 06
The Brian Moylett PodcastJason McKenzie - Team New Zealand Olympics Mental Skills CoachJason is a Mental Skills coach from Southland who works with Olympic Athletes representing Team New Zealand. We chatted about his experiences across a number of Olympic Games and what strategies and frameworks those athletes use to perform at their peak in the most pressurized environments.Jason also does mental skills work with the top rugby referees in the world. He explains the pressures they face and what they are doing during the week to combat these.Finally we discuss practical wellbeing and high performance strategies that anyone can use to improve their...2024-05-011h 16
The Brian Moylett PodcastRick Cooper - Developing Emotional Intelligence As A Leader & Why It Is Key To WinningRick is a former rugby play and now performance coach.We chat about;Finding your identity after rugbyEmotional intelligenceHealing shame and guilt to stop it holding you back.How your ego holds you backThe power of surrendering.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)2024-04-221h 09
The Brian Moylett PodcastRussell "Rusty" Earnshaw - What The Best Coaches Are Doing Now In 2024Rusty played rugby in the Premiership and now mentors and coaches some of the best coaches in the world, across a number of different sports.We chat about:What he is seeing the best coaches in the world do in 2024Rusty explains how he is helping the Hurricanes during Super Rugby The sessions he ran with Aston Villa Academy Work he does with England Cricket and England HockeyWhy he feels Sam Vesty at Northampton Saints is the best Attack Coach in english rugbyInnovative things you can do to make your sessions betterWhat TJ Perenara did wi...2024-04-051h 14
The Brian Moylett PodcastMike Rogers - Manawatu Turbos Head CoachMike is currently coaching in New Zealand's NPC and recently did a stint in Major League Rugby with New England Freejacks.What Scott Robertson taught him about building a culture.How he went from coaching club to professional.Why a lot of young players are leaving rugby.Why coaching New England Freejacks in Major League Rugby was brilliant.The challenges and opportunities he faces as Manawatu Turbos Head Coach in the NPC.What happened when they played Canterbury Rugby last season.Taking over a team who had lost 17 in a row and trying to instil...2024-03-211h 10
The Brian Moylett PodcastMike Ruddock - 6 Nations Insights & The Steps to Create a Winning TeamMike coached Wales to a Grand Slam title.We chat about;The reasons behind why Irish Rugby has become so strong.Where Scotland are at with Finn Russell and Gregor Townsend.The job Warren Gatland is trying to do with Wales.Steve Borthwick's challenges at England Rugby.How you keep a squad happy.How you build a strong defensive culture in your team.Secrets behind why he was successful in his career.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co...2024-03-061h 09
The Brian Moylett PodcastDavid Toomey - Leaving Rugby To Become An Ultramarathon RunnerDavid is a physio now, and played age grade for Munster Rugby, and AIL with Lansdowne fc.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedInWe chat about"...2024-02-221h 26The Brian Moylett PodcastThe Reason I Hadn't Released A Pod In A WhileUnleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedIn Get the bonus Podcasts on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-151h 21
The Brian Moylett PodcastFergus Farrell - From Paralysed To Running Marathons Using VisualisationFergus is an extreme challenger, former rugby player, and recent recoveree from a traumatic spinal injury.Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedIn Get the bonus Podcasts on Patreon Hosted on Acast...2024-01-071h 22
The Brian Moylett PodcastDamien O'Donoghue - How You Structure a Successful Rugby Strength & Conditioning Program Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedInWe chat about:Difference between S&C for amateur and pro playersHow to structure a preseason S&C program for amateur...2023-12-241h 19
The Brian Moylett PodcastRobbie Henshaw - Leinster & Irish Rugby Player (From The Archives)Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedIn Get the bonus Podcasts on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-171h 01
The Brian Moylett PodcastJake Colley-Davies - Online Rugby S&C Coach with 250,000 ReachUnleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedIn Get the bonus Podcasts on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-101h 04
The Brian Moylett PodcastSusan Haldane - How To Know If You Are NeurodivergentUnleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedInWe chat about:How to understand and help neurodiverse people.How to identify NeurodiversityThe benefits of ADHD...2023-12-031h 23
The Brian Moylett PodcastCameron Orr - Wellington Lions Player on Building a High Performance CultureCameron has played in the English Premiership, Super Rugby and NPC. Unleash Your Potential - Course for Players That Want to Become ProfessionalsAudible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!Brian's InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramBrian's LinkedInWe chat about;Why he left Melbourne rebels to join Wellington L...2023-11-261h 10
The Brian Moylett PodcastBrian Ashton - Coaching, Player Development & Developing Game Intelligence Audible.com |Audible.co.uk - Get your audio book version of my new book today! (Free trial for new Audible customers)Amazon Paperback Book - Get your physical copy of my new book today!My InstagramOff-Field Rugby InstagramMy LinkedinWe chat about;RWC 2023 insights and predictions.What the All Blacks have done to improve.What makes Antoine DuPont, Romain Ntamack and Gregory Aldritt special.Andy Farrell‘s leadership.2023-08-061h 11
Two RoadsFrom Finance to Mindset and Rugby Coach (And The Importance of Courage) | Brian Moylett - EP 12Brian Moylett is a leading Mindset & Performance Coach who works with athletes, leaders and people on maximizing their performance & living their dreams.
He is a former Irish age-grade International Rugby Player, MBA graduate, the Author of the #1 Bestseller 'The Book on How You Become A Pro Rugby Player’, keynote speaker and hosts The Off-Field Rugby Pod.
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The Mindful Men Podcast69. Mindset and Performance with Brian MoylettWelcome to Episode 69 - Mindset and Performance with Brian Moylett
Picture the 8 year old you. You’re running around the backyard with a ball pretending to play like your favourite footy player. You join your local club and you dream of growing up to be a footy star!
But then as you get older, playing footy gets hard. You’re physically fit, but your mindset is all over the place. Self-doubt creeps in, and you find yourself questioning your ability and love for the game. And then injury hits, and y...2023-04-1753 min
Harpin' On Rugby222 : “The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player” feat. Brian MoylettFor this bonus pod I chat to Mindset & Performance Coach Brian Moylett about his book with the perfectly descriptive title of "The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player". He outlines his own rugby journey and how it inspired him to help others.
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House of RugbyMunster motoring, Eddie's new gig, Six Nations squad chat and Brian Moylett interviewJason and Lindsay look back on all the Champions and Challenge Cup action, discuss Six Nations squad calls and chat with Mindset & Performance Coach, Brian Moylett. They discuss:(1:20) - Munster's win and big names dropped(12:00) - Ulster heartbreak(16:30) - Leinster win big, and Jamie Osborne praise(20:00) - Caelan Doris backed by rugby greats(30:15) - Connacht bash Brive(35:00) - Women’s Interpro(41:45) - Owen Farrell - “Absolute disgrace”(44:00)- Eddie Jones' Australia job(50:00) Brian Moylett interview(63:10) - Six Nations squad shots Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-161h 19
The Red HandBrian Moylett: How to be a pro rugby playerBrian Moylett is rugby's leading mindset & performance coach for young players, working with players 1:1, teams and coaching groups all over the world. He helps young players overcome setbacks, develop confidence and self belief, and play in the zone.
Brian played age grade rugby for Connacht Rugby, Leinster Rugby and Ireland, and having gone through the pathway systems himself, he saw that there is a real lack of mental and mindset support for young players.
His passion for motivating players and helping them overcome their limiting beliefs has received praise from people across the international landscape...2023-01-051h 20
Rugby Coach WeeklyThe Coaching Knife: What is meant by playing in the zone, with Brian MoylettSend us a textDan Cottrell cuts to the root with Brian Moylett from Mindset & Performance at Off-Field Rugby.They discuss playing in the zone from The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player.Brian is a mindset and performance coach at off-field rugby. He also coaches university women's rugby and men's rugby in Canada. His philosophy is that he helps young players become more confident on the field, develop their self-belief and play in the zone. You can contact him at brianmoylett@gmail.com and visit his website w...2023-01-0123 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastBrian Ashton - A Masterclass in Coaching & Leadershiphttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Brian Ashton coached Bath, Ireland and England in the professional era. He now works with the Premier League, Manchester City and other organizations on a consultancy basis.www.offfieldrugby.com Link to get extra podcasts https://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;CoachingDeveloping a game changing mindsetIssues he has with academies2022-12-111h 04
Extraordinary Man Podcast261: Brian Moylett - The Mental Side of SuccessBrian Moylett is a mindset & performance coach who helps players and teams all over the world overcome challenges, have major breakthroughs and achieve higher levels. He is the founder of offfieldrugby.com, a bestselling author, speaker, #1 rated podcast host and former Irish underage international rugby player.In this episode, we discuss:- Lessons he learned from playing elite level Rugby that can be used to succeed in business- How to develop more mental strength - How to consistently have more confidence And so much more... Click Her...2022-12-0836 min
Working For YourselfHow Important Is Mindset for Performance Drive - Guest Brian MoylettIn this episode, I cover the mind-side challenges you could face in your journey. How can a new business owner Develop Mindset & Performance drive
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I have a guest who is a leading mindset & performance coach in rugby for young players. He is the founder of off-field rugby.com, and the host of 'The Off-Field Rugby Pod' releasing a book at the end of the month titled 'The Book on How You Become a Pro Rugby Player?
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The Brian Moylett PodcastCraig Ronaldson - Club Rugby to Pro 12 Champion | Mindset Tips for Kickershttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Craig Ronaldson won the Pro 12 with Connacht Rugby, and is now a player/coach with Naas RFC in the All-Ireland LeagueLink to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;Tips for kickers...2022-09-051h 05
The Brian Moylett PodcastAlec Clarey - Keeping the Demons Away, Insecurities & Finally Getting To The Tophttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Alec Clarey plays for Saracens, but has had a long road to get there.Link to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;Mental health issues he facedMindfulness practices that help him2022-08-251h 00
The Brian Moylett PodcastScott Fardy - Lower Grades of Club Rugby to Wallabies & European Cuphttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Scott Fardy played for the Brumbies, Leinster and 39 times for the WallabiesLink to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;Coaching NEC green rockets in Japan top league how he used visualisation t...2022-08-141h 07
The Brian Moylett PodcastGeorge Kruis - Getting a trial at Saracens, What Eddie Jones is Really Like & Why He Retired - https://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!George Kruis is a recently retired player who won 2 6 Nations titles, 3 European Cups and 4 Premierships.Link to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;How he got a trial with SaracensPlaying social...2022-08-0957 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastChristiaan Esterhuizen - Having Impact as a Leader & Developing Winning Culturehttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Christiaan esterhuizen is the Canada West Senior Men’s Coach.Link to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;Challenges South African rugby is facingChanges Rassi Erasmus made with the Springboks2022-07-311h 02
The Brian Moylett PodcastHow the Crusaders Build Culture, Leadership and Sustained Success - Shane Fletcherhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Shane Fletcher is the Crusaders team managerLink to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;How Crusaders have consistent successThe focus on well being as CrusadersHow to...2022-07-2454 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastJack Birtwhistle - Harlequins Mental Skills Coachhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Jack Birtwhistle is the Mental Skills Coach at Harlequins Link to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;Harlequins mental performance programBut he learned from Aaron Walsh at Chiefs rugby2022-07-181h 17
The Brian Moylett PodcastChance Wenglewski - Being Your Authentic Self | Perspective | Mindfulness in Rugbyhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Chance Wenglewski is a USA Eagle and MLR Champion, currently playing with Rugby New YorkLink to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;How rugby in New York created a winning culture, and lifted the...2022-07-091h 12
The Brian Moylett PodcastRoger Wilson - How You Get Noticed by Coaches | Mindset & Focus to be a Prohttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Roger Wilson played 349 pro games and now coaches American FootballersLink to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;Playing all Ireland league rugby with Trinity CollegeWhy Alan Clark gave him a shot at ulsterrugbyHis mindset and focus on becoming a...2022-07-0254 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastPeter Dooley - How to Get Your Prep Right | What to Focus on in Games | Lessons from Paul O'Connellhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Peter Dooley has over 100 caps for Leinster and is moving to Connacht rugby next season.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;How he got his break with Leinster rugbyMoving from 8 to propBeing inspired by Cian Healy, and competing with Dan LeavyHis experience in the Irish 20s with...2022-06-201h 05
The Brian Moylett PodcastJordy Reid - From The "E" Team in School & Never Making Rep teamshttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Jordy Reed grew up in Sydney and has played with the Rebels, Ealing Trailfinders and now Gloucester RugbyLink to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;Playing on E team in school2022-06-1359 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastRuaidhrí Murphy - What Makes Successful Teams | How You Win at Scrum Time | Finding Happinesshttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Ruaidhri Murphy is now coaching Tokyo Black Rams, having played with Ulster, the Brumbies and Exeter Chiefs.Link to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyWe chat about;How are you can speed up skill development2022-06-061h 06
The Brian Moylett PodcastMark O'Keefe - Getting a Second Chance https://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Mark O’Keefe plays for Austin Gilgronis in Major League Rugby.Link to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyHe talks about;Getting turfed out of Rugby New YorkWhy Covid was the best thing ever for hi...2022-05-291h 03
The Brian Moylett PodcastMaria Gallo - Playing at 3 World Cups | Coach Educationhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Maria Gallo played 55 times for Canada 15s, went to the RWC in 2002 & 2006. She captained Canada 7s at the RWC in 2009 and is now the Director of the Masters of High Performance Coaching & Technical Leadership Program at UBCWe chat about;Why she started playing rugby Getting dropped from the provincial teamHow are you can be a full-time rugby p...2022-05-241h 18
The Brian Moylett PodcastIsa Nacewa - What it Takes to Succeed | How to Thrive Under Pressure | Dealing with Mistakeshttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Isa Nacewa Captained Leinster and Won 3 European CupsWe chat about;Going into the real world after rugbyNot cracking it until he was 22/23Making mistakes with career movesHis thoughts on playing different positionsWhat helped give him a broader skillset Mine said change in his early 20sJoe S...2022-05-141h 00
The Brian Moylett PodcastDavid Heffernan - Overcoming Challenges | Being The Best Player You Can Behttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!David Heffernan plays hooker for Connacht & IrelandWe chat about;Growth in ConnachtWhat is it like in Ireland campAndy Farrell‘s advice for the playersStudying while playingTips on hooker throwingMindfulnessDealing with pressure and performanceMoving from 6 to Hooker, and struggling2022-05-091h 09
The Brian Moylett PodcastShawn Clark - From the Cusp of NFL ➡ Major League Rugbyhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Shawn Clarke has practiced with NFL & MLB teams, but is now playing in Major League Rugby. We chat about;Playing D1 college footballBeing a reckless dreamerGoing all inBelieving in yourselfTrusting the processTalking to NFL teams impact Covid had on his prospectsGetting a Rugby contract t...2022-04-3056 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastNaya Tapper - Being Released to Becoming All Time Leading Try Scorerhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Naya was a high school all American sprinter who started playing rugby in college and is now the all time leading try scorer for the USA Women’s sevens team.We chat about;Working with a sports psychologist Sprinting in high schoolWhat rugby can learn from track & field What she wants to bring from the black community & track community into rugby.Quitting spor...2022-04-2333 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastJamie Cudmore - Stories, Concussion & the Journeyhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Jamie went to 4 World Cups, won a Top 14 and played professionally for 15 years. He shares stories from his career and we also chat about,Competitive skiing (junior Canadian international)Why he started playing rugby Playing with Capilano rugby clubCutting his teeth in New Zealand club rugby.How his move to Scarletts happenedWhat it was like walking into the scarlets dressing room with Stephen Jones, Simon Easterby, and Scott Quinnelll, a...2022-04-171h 17
The Brian Moylett PodcastJoe Van Niekerk - Spirituality & The Egohttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Joe Van Niekerk was one of the best players in the world. But had a lot of inner challenges throughout his career. We talk through the spiritual journey he went on to find answers, and there’s some incredible insights for young players from a man who’s seen and done it all.We also chat about;Why he left Toulon to live in Costa RicaThe hit his ego took...2022-04-111h 24
The Brian Moylett PodcastAaron Takel - Effective Coachinghttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Aaron Takel is a coach, coach educator and former national team analyst.We chat about;Analysing Coaches - Behaviour, Language & Performance How long it takes to code an international gameHow to structure your training, for your specific level.How to challenge players, to optimize growth.Preparing your team for different scenarios Masters in Sports Performance Coaching What makes an effective coachThe power that coaches have.ConcussionWhat makes prematch meetings eff...2022-04-051h 06
The Brian Moylett PodcastGuy Armitage - Opening up about Mental Healthhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Guy Armitage speaks openly about his mental health struggles during a career which has seen him play for years in the premiership and now Super LeagueWe also chat about;Switching to rugby leagueGoing on trial at different clubs (Hull FC & London Broncos).Bizarre story of getting his chance with Broncos.Looking for contracts, and getting breaks. Difficulties during covid Finding his whyGoing contract to contract lo...2022-03-261h 03
The Brian Moylett PodcastSteve Crosbie - Setbacks, Opportunities & Deciding to Walk Awayhttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Steve Crosbie signed for Leinster, Munster & Connacht during his career and then decided to turn down pro contacts to go a different direction in life.The story behind Fad Saoil Sea swimming & saunas Why he turned down MLR & left pro rugbyGetting to a place mentally where he can look back fondly on his careerWhen he played his best rugbyBeing close to obsessive at timesThe relationship he had with Mike Ru...2022-03-211h 14
The Brian Moylett PodcastNate Ebner - How to Achieve Anything You Set Your Mind tohttps://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!Nate Ebner is a former USA u20 rugby player who decided to switch to American Football, and won 3 SuperBowls with Tom Brady, Bill Bellichick and the New England Patriots.We chat about his journey and,Recovering from surgery Playing through pain in the NFLDifference between NFL & rugby trainingsBeing seen as the rugby guy by everyone in the NFLWhy he left rugby to try his hand at football. Playing rugby Ju...2022-03-151h 15
The Brian Moylett PodcastJonny McMurtry - Underage High Performance EnvironmentsJonny McMurtry has coached in the Aussie underage pathway and in recent years has been working with Rugby Australia to understand how to best motivate young players and get the most of them.We also chat about this work and also;Why young players drop out of rugby.How you can better understand young players to motivate them.What he found motivated young Australian players.Creating an environment to help your players thrive.How social media could be creating individualism.What he learned from Brad Thorne.How to structure trainings to accelerate development.How golfers...2022-03-061h 03
The Brian Moylett PodcastDavid Galbraith - Sports Psychologist (Japan, Chiefs, NZ 7s)David Galbraith is a renowned sports psychologist who has been working with Japan since 2018, has previously worked with the Chiefs where he won a Super Rugby title in 2018 with Sonny Bill Williams and Bundee Aki, and also works with New Zealand Olympic Athletes.We chat about;Living your truthListening to your gut, and who your are.Being a lion and not a sheepCourageUnderstanding who you areWhat you can learn from your ancestryWhy you should trust your feeling over your thinking The work he does with players to help them be their best selves.How to u...2022-02-261h 16
The Brian Moylett PodcastConor Gilsenan - Pro Rugby to Entrepreneurship & Corporate WorldConor Gilsenan is a former London Irish, Leinster and Connacht rugby player who recently had to retire due to injury.We chat about;Transitioning from Pro Rugby to the corporate world.How he takes on challenges.Getting onto The Apprentice.Becoming an entrepreneur after retiring.Worrying about what people think of you.What held him back as a player.Advice that changed his perspective as a pro.Advice that he would give a young rugby player.Dealing with setbacks.His time with LeinsterWhy he left Irish provincial rugby to join London Irish...2022-02-191h 01
The Brian Moylett PodcastJonny Cooper - Mindset, Your Why, & Leadership Jonny Cooper is a 7 time All-Ireland winning Gaelic footballer, who also works as a leadership consultant.We also chat about;How understanding of leadership has changed in recent years.How Jim Gavin motivated & influenced the Dublin Footballers.Mindset.Mindfulness.Morning routine.Knowing your Why.Wanting to impact and influence his community.The importance of good feedback.What culture is.How to connect with people, &How to understand teammates at a deeper level.How a leader empowers players.What has helped him stay at the top for so long, and how The Dublin Footballers have had...2022-02-141h 00
The Brian Moylett PodcastRiki-James Cribb - Performance Coach (Māori Mystic)Riki-James Cribb (Mystic Maori) who is a performance coach that works with top rugby players and athletes across the world.We chat about;Morning RoutineThe EgoInner fear and insecurityThe need for flexibility in your approachWhats causing rising anxiety levels in society Tools to become more present Awareness MeditationHow to access the flow state How to have a calmness while playingWhat he does when coaching pro rugby players IdentityWhat has helped Beauden Barrett and Anton Lienert-Brown improve their performance.The mindset that Conor McGregor and Kobe Bryant had at their peak.The importance of focusReducing anxiety aroun...2022-02-051h 19
The Brian Moylett PodcastNiall Williams - Connection, Vulnerability & Love in a Team EnvironmentNiall Williams is a Black Ferns sevens player, Olympic silver medalist and before transitioning to sevens was one of the best touch rugby players in the world.Niall talks about;The neck injury that ruled her out of the Olympics.The new perspective & mindset her recent injury gave her.The nerves she feels returning to play.Age & getting old not worrying her.What has helped her developed mental toughness.Transitioning from Touch Rugby to Sevens.Her dreams growing up.Her relationship with failure.Becoming independent at a young age.Being dropped and feeling worthless.Her...2022-01-291h 14
The Brian Moylett PodcastRugby Vacancies - How to Get a Job in RugbyAndy Lockwood is the man behind Rugby Vacancies. The best place online to find a job in rugby.Here we chat about this and the unusual roles he has placed former rugby players in.Link to join The 1st XV Patreon & get extra podcastshttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyLink to Support the Podhttps://www.patreon.com/offfieldrugbyMy instagram is @offfieldrugby - The Off Field Rugby Coach, any feedback you have or thoughts for the pod, please DM me there, would l...2022-01-2511 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastAndrew Lockwood - Developing Leaders, Culture & High Performing Teams Andrew Lockwood is a Major in the British Army who has worked extensively in identifying leaders for the army, leadership development and building culture in teams. We chat about these things and also;Why he decided join the British Army.The importance of empathy.How to Build trust in teamsHow he assessed and selected future leaders for the army.The similarities between sports teams and the military.What characteristics to look for in leaders. Key leadership attributes.How the army develops leaders.The benefits of experience.How you can become more determined.Negative & positive motivation.H...2022-01-2054 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastPeter Lydon - Carving a Career in the 2nd TiersPeter Lydon is an Irish rugby player currently playing in France with Rouen Normandie Rugby in the Pro D2.Peter talks about the crazy turn of events that saw him go from playing average Irish club rugby to signing with State Francais and playing with Sergio Parisse. We chat about his journey from playing schools rugby in Kilkenny College, playing with me in the Lansdowne under 20s team, Seapoint RFC and then going on to play professionally in England and France.We also chat about;Why he decided to move from France...2022-01-151h 06
The Brian Moylett PodcastHow to Achieve Your Goals This Year - PatreonThis is a snippet from a full pod released on Patreon. Join The 1st XV Patreon Group below to get the full episode and weekly extra content that help you become more confident, increase your self belief and understand what you need to do to become the best version of yourself.If you are a coach and would like your team to become mentally stronger, build the culture or leadership. Please send me a DM here on,instagram https://www.instagram.com/offfieldrugby/ @offfieldrugby, ortwitter https://twitter.com...2022-01-1106 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastIlona Maher - Dealing with Depression, Social Media Fame & Her Journey.Ilona Maher is USA international (7s & 15s), Olympian and the most followed rugby player on social media.Ilona talks about the positives and negatives with having close to 1 million followers on social media. She opens up about a time where she fell into a depression because of rugby and how she worked her way out of that hole, and is continuing to do so. We chat about her time at the Olympics last summer with Team USA & also;We also chat about;Why she decided to start playing rugby.Being a role...2022-01-0929 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastRussell Earnshaw - Leadership, Being Yourself & Being Happy.Russell Earnshaw (aka Rusty) is a Heineken Cup winning player, who has coached England Men’s Sevens, u18s & u20s. Recently he has worked with Eddie Jones and the England senior team, Liverpool fc and other Premier League soccer teams.We chat about how you can become a more skillful and adaptable player, and also how as a coach you can help players be their best selves. After winning a Heineken cup in his early 20s, Rusty didn’t kick on at the top end of the game and instead dropped down the divisions, he chat...2022-01-021h 16
The Brian Moylett PodcastNoel McNamara, on Player Development & How He Went from Coaching Schoolboy u13s to Siya Kolisi at The SharksNoel McNamara is the Attack & Backs coach for the Sharks in South Africa, and before that coached UCD in the All Ireland League, North Harbour in New Zealand’s Mitre 10, the Ireland under 18s, Ireland 20s, Leinster 20s, their A side and was also their academy manager before leaving to join the Sharks. In the pod talks about his unorthodox route to where he is today and what has helped him get there. Noel has played a huge role in bringing through a lot of the latest crop of senior Irish internationals and we talk a lot...2021-12-271h 06
The Brian Moylett PodcastRobbie Henshaw - Mindset, Attitude & Dealing with Low ConfidenceRobbie Henshaw is a test Lion, has won two Six Nations Titles and been a European Champion with Leinster. We chat about his journey from starting out with Connacht Rugby right after he left high school right up to winning the Irish Players’ Player of the Year award recently. Robbie opens up about times he lacked confidence on the field, periods where he wasn’t enjoying playing rugby and also the attitude and mindset he adopted in recent times that helped propel him to being one of the standout players in world rugby this year. ...2021-12-191h 07
The Brian Moylett PodcastJimmy Gopperth - How He Has Stayed at the Top for So LongJimmy Gopperth has been named Premiership Player of the Season, won the Golden Boot 3 times and also won a Pro 14 title with Leinster. He’s been one of the top fly halves in Europe for the last decade, and before that was played Super Rugby with the Hurricanes and Blues.We chat about his journey from a farm in New Plymouth to playing with some of the all time greats and becoming one of the top fly halves in Europe. Jimmy talks about what has helped him become the player he is today, an...2021-12-121h 01
The Brian Moylett PodcastPortia Woodman - Building Culture, Success, & Wanting to QuitPortia Woodman is an Olympic gold medal winner, the all time leading women’s try scorer on the World Series, and in 2020 was named Sevens Player of the Decade. She is also the only person ever to have been named both World Rugby 7s and 15s Player of the Year. We chat about her journey from athletics, to professional netball to rugby, all the way up to winning gold in Tokyo last summer. Portia opens up about the struggles she’s had in her career, and what she has done to overcome them. She speaks about why s...2021-12-0458 min
The Brian Moylett Podcast Enda McNulty - How to Master Your Mental Game & Fulfill Your PotentialEnda McNulty is a renowned sports psychologist and was the Irish rugby team’s mental skills coach for a number of years. Enda came to prominence in rugby circles when he started working with Brian O’Driscoll in 2007, and O’Driscoll pays huge credit to Enda in his autobiography. Enda talks about the work he is now doing with Robbie Henshaw, what he is getting right mentally, and also;How you can train your mind, like you would train your muscles.Practices you can start now to become more mentally stronger.He explains a mental traini...2021-11-2656 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastUpdate From MeInstagram: @offfieldrugby Twitter: @offfieldrugby LinkedIn: Brian Moylett Get the bonus Podcasts on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-2411 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastIan Fitzpatrick - Journey to the Olympics, Nights Out & Contract IssuesToday I chat with Ireland 7s international Ian Fitzpatrick.Ian was with the Irish 7s from its relaunch in 2015 right up to the Olympics in 2021. We chat about that journey from playing the likes of Malta to playing Fiji with Semi Radradra and Josh Tuisova. He talks about the nights out the team would have after tournaments and also,How he felt getting released and not getting another contract.Irish 7s players walking away because of contract issues.How Ireland played differently to beat the big teams.What it’s like playing Fi...2021-11-1953 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastMalon Al Jiboori - How Caring Less Can Help YouToday I chat with USA Eagle Malon Al Jiboori who is currently playing with Ealing Trailfinders in the English Championship.Malon signed with the USA sevens when he was 18. He left first year university, moved to San Diego and started travelling across the world on the HSBC World Series. When he was 20 he was capped by the Eagles and then jumped back to sevens before going to the 2019 RWC. He’s now playing with Ealing in the English Championship because he has a goal to play in the Premiership. We talk about all of this and al...2021-11-121h 07
The Brian Moylett PodcastMichael Baska - Be The Hardest Worker in the RoomMichael Baska is a US Eagle who, this year, has played against Ireland, England and the All Blacks. But for most of his career he has been a back up player. Constantly being overlooked by coaches and struggling at times to get a contract. Baska talks about the mindset, determination and work ethic he had to keep following his dream of becoming a US Eagle no matter what setbacks he faced. We also chat about,How it felt playing the All Blacks in DC.Why he switched from American football to playing rugby .Getting a...2021-11-051h 01
The Brian Moylett PodcastMike Ruddock - Lessons Learned from 35 Years Coaching | Grand Slam Winning CoachMike Ruddock is a Grand Slam winning coach. Throughout his 35 year career he built a reputation for turning around underperforming teams into unlikely champions. When he took over at Wales they had lost 10 games in a row, and he won a Slam in his first full season. We chat about this, and Mike shares his practices and learnings from a 35 year coaching career. We also talk about;The best way for you to get coaching jobs in rugby.What he did to turn the Ospreys around, from bottom to ch...2021-10-301h 15
The Brian Moylett PodcastMack Carson - Getting Contracted to Play Abroad in EnglandToday I chat with Mack Carson, who is a Canadian international, and has been playing in the Allianz Premier 15s for the past couple of seasons, firstly with Bristol and more recently Saracens. I’m currently coaching Mack as she is back in UBC for a semester to finish her degree, before going back to Saracens in January.We chat about what it’s like to play with one of the top teams in the Allianz Premier 15s, which is the most professional women’s league in the world.We also talk about;How...2021-10-2546 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastThe Rugby Bricks Journey & Skills Coaching - Peter BreenToday I chat with Rugby Bricks Founder Pete Breen.Pete is a former ITM Cup player, having represented Otago and Northland. Since retiring from the game he has founded Rugby Bricks, which has over 143k followers on instagram and developed the @rugbybricks kicking tees, which are used by some of the best players in the world. On @rugbybricks insta he coaches skills, and sometimes does so with All Blacks. He is also a coach with the Melbourne Storm in the NRL and until very recently the Australian Women’s rugby union team. We chat about all of...2021-10-1745 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastTom Beattie - Agents in RugbyToday I chat with rugby agent Tom Beattie, who is the founder of TDB Sports. We talk about;What he does to maximize players earnings.How agents get paid in rugby.How he got started as an agent.The British & Irish Lions coach that mentored him.How transfer dealings with club work, and the impact Covid had.The RFU requirements to being an agent, and representing players in England.What he does when a player doesn't settle in a club. CVC and his thoughts on outside investments into rugby.If yo...2021-10-1339 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastAll Things Rugby Nutrition - Dr Graeme Close (England Rugby)Today I chat with England Rugby’s Head Nutritionist Dr Graeme Close.Graeme is also the Head of Nutrition on the European Tour of Golf, a Professor of Human Physiology at Liverpool John Moores University and has worked in Premier League Soccer. He is also a former professional rugby league player.We talk about;What it’s like working for Eddie Jones and the English Rugby (RFU) environment.If alcohol has a place at the top level in the modern game.How to fuel your body in the lead up t...2021-10-101h 06
The Brian Moylett PodcastTom Daly - From Being Ready to Quit, to the Ireland SquadToday I chat with Connacht Rugby player Tom Daly.Tom was in the recent Ireland squad and is playing the best rugby of his life recently, but he was very close to walking away from pro rugby a couple of years ago because things just didn’t seem to be working out. We chat about that time and also,Why his time at Leinster didn’t work out.The point of difference he feels he has, that got him into the Ireland squad.How it felt getting selected for the Ireland squad, but...2021-10-041h 01
The Brian Moylett PodcastHow You Access the FLOW State & Recover Quicker from Injury - Clare SadlerToday I chat with Clare Sadler, who is the USA Men’s Sevens Mental Skills Coach.Clare has previously worked with England Rugby, top level football teams and the Premier League. She is also an executive coach to business leaders, a coach developer and a therapist.We talk about;How your beliefs and assumptions dictate what you are capable of.How your personal biases can hold you back.How to access the FLOW State.What you can do to recover quicker from injury, both mentally and physically.How to speed up, or sl...2021-09-251h 23
The Brian Moylett PodcastMatai Leuta - Pursuing Your Dreams, & The Mindset for SuccessMatai Leuta has played for the USA Sevens since early 2015, he was at the recent Olympics and has been capped 4 times for the USA Eagles in 15s.Matai talks about,The day Mike Friday sat him down and told him his attitude needed to change.What it was like growing up in Fiji How he knew at age 7/8 what his life’s purpose was and how he pursued it from that day.The obstacles he had to overcome to pursue his goal and become an International Sevens player.How taxing sevens is and the mindset you...2021-09-181h 02
The Brian Moylett PodcastGeorgia Evans - Women's Rugby in Wales, & Life at Saracens Today I chat with Saracens player, and Wales international, Georgia Evans.This week 123 Wales international players started a petition to call on the Welsh Rugby Union to implement women’s performance pathways in the country. We talk about that, what the current pathway (or lack of one) is like in Wales and what potentially could be done to improve it.We also talk about;How it feels playing for the Welsh national teamWhy Georgia decided to move to SaracensFinances around the Allianz Premier 15s league, and how Saracens players get paidThe training sc...2021-09-1652 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastTom Farrell - Released by Leinster, to getting into the Ireland SquadAfter 3 years in the Leinster Academy, Tom Farrell was released. In fact, Tom speaks about how Leinster released him early from his contract.After being dropped by Leinster he speaks about how he knew deep down that he was good enough to play for an Irish province and that his chance would come. So to make it happen he moved over to the English Championship, to get himself into the shop window. We chat about what the standard of play is like there, the level of professionalism and Tom talks about what salary he was on...2021-09-101h 03
The Brian Moylett PodcastCristian Rodriguez - Staying out of Gangs, to Becoming a MLR ChampionCristian Rodriguez, LA Giltinis scrum half, got into rugby through a program called Alternatives to Gang Membership, which is what it says on the tin, a program that helps keep kids focused on sports and out of the gangs. We chat about that, Cristian explains how gangs recruit young kids, often pre teens, and how, unfortunately, some of his friends growing up went down the wrong path. Cristian now runs that program voluntarily, while playing pro rugby with the LA Giltinis.We chat about how in his final year of High School he was ready to g...2021-09-071h 04
The Brian Moylett PodcastRoss Deacon - Doing a Doctorate Degree While Playing MLRThis week I chat with Ross Deacon, who plays in the back row for Rugby ATL in Major League Rugby, and who is also studying for a Dr of chiropractic degree at the same time.Ross grew up in Wexford, Ireland, and went to secondary school, or high school, in Kilkenny College. After that he did an undergraduate degree in UCD and played club rugby in Lansdowne fc. He joined Lansdowne in 2011 and we had a great few years playing together there. Ross has represented both Leinster u20s and USA u20s.We...2021-09-0144 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastJack Carty - What Helps Him Be His Best SelfThis week I chat with Connacht and Ireland Out-Half Jack Carty. Jack came through the Connacht academy and is the province’s record points scorer. On the pod we speak about how, over Jack’s career Connacht have gone from one of the worst teams in the Pro 14, to champions and now regular contenders. Jack speaks about Pat Lam's influence, but gives a different reason as to why he thinks Connacht have become the team they are. And he also gives a really interesting insight into how the attitudes of young players can positively affect a team's mindset. 2021-08-251h 14
The Brian Moylett PodcastPaul Mullen - Social Rugby to the RWC, & Behind the Scenes in MLRPaul Mullen, is an Irishman but plays tighthead prop for the US Eagles and also the Utah Warriors in Major League Rugby.This season the Warriors ran Matt Giteau’s LA Giltinis the closest, losing by 4 points in the conference final. We chat about that, and get an insight into life in the Warriors organization. Paul certainly isn’t complaining, but he mentions some of the challenges the Warriors had to face, that the Giltinis didn’t.We chat about Paul’s journey, growing up on the Aran islands, playing in the Irish pathway...2021-08-1856 min
The Brian Moylett PodcastNick Feakes - Perseverance, Overcoming Injury and Life with NOLA GoldNick Feakes is a winger for NOLA Gold in the US Major League Rugby. We chat about his journey from being a skinny 16 year old, that was lacking confidence and not much good by his own account, to becoming the first player to score a hat trick for NOLA in the MLR.Feakes also talks about the mindset which enabled him to come back from a devastating leg break and ankle dislocation to become one of the best collegiate players in the States. Along with playing in the MLR, Feakes is helping young p...2021-08-1538 min