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Challenging the GamePodcast Collab: Sisters who Scrum!Part of an ongoing collaborations with Holly from Sisters Who Scrum…check out this podcast episode with Holly and Helena, a women’s health physio. They chat about rugby and the pelvic floor. A great podcast for both players and coaches.Tune in to this incredibly eye-opening and inspiring podcast, where host Holly opens up about her experience of pelvic floor dysfunction whilst playing rugby and the wonderful women’s health physio guest, Helena, shares all her wisdom and expertise on how to care for your pelvic floor during the rugby season!Check out the other...
2025-12-0647 min
LTW FancastClear Signs of Progress! Loughborough Lightning (A) Review, Harlequins (H) Preview featuring Jess Bunyard and Hattie the Rugby HistorianWell, well, well what a huge episode we have in store for you lovely listeners today! Jess Bunyard returns for a terrific segment on what she's been getting up to for the club and gives an insight into the exciting work she's been doing in the community game and improving attendances at Mattioli Woods Welford Road! Jacob is also joined by Hattie the Rugby Historian to preview the Quins game and talk about the East Mids Derby. If that is not enough value for money, Jacob also chats with Tess Feury and Fraser Goatcher from the Tigers Press Conference...
2025-12-021h 49
Challenging the GameCare and respectIn this episode of Challenging the Game, Jess speaks to Ramsey Tomokino who coached Manusina, Samoa women’s team, during the World Cup. Ramsey is now the General Manager High Performance at Lakapi Samoa.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women’s rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-12-0134 minLTW FancastLet's Get Loughborough: Saracens (A) Review and Loughborough Lightning (A) PreviewSlow news week, eh? Hannah returns to kick the dead horse that is Sky Sports Halo, whilst Jacob also makes a Wicked related promise to the listeners ahead of the East Mids Derby. In a bumper news section, we talk Abby Dow's retirement, PWR referee initiatives and sifting through a bunch of great work that Jess Bunyard has been getting up to for the club lately. In a short review of the Sarries game, we ask if reinforcements are needed in the pack given scrum issues and a growing injury list. We then preview the Loughborough game, as Jacob...
2025-11-261h 23
Challenging the GameHormonal research in practiceIn this episode of Challenging the Game, Jess speaks to Bex Attwell. Bex is embedded within Matatū team in New Zealand. Her research explores hormonal changes in players and how menstrual information is power.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women’s rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-11-0330 min
Challenging the GameCreate psychological safety in girls rugbyIn this episode Jess is joined by teacher and coach Dan Lycett. They discuss Dan’s experiences of coaching his daughter’s team including: what ‘detail’ looks like in sessions, being a Dad and a coach and creating a space for players to explore and speak.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women’s rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-10-0648 min
Challenging the GameCoaching BestieIn this episode Jess is joined by coach Andy Stevens. They chat about how they support, check and challenge each other. Plus how they’ve reflected as they’ve developed their coachingSubscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-09-011h 06
Challenging the GameWorld Cup Hype and LegacyIn this episode Jess is joined by Alice Soper a hugely passionate women’s rugby advocate and writer. Jess and Alice discuss the 2022 and 2025 World Cups and their legacy.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-08-0443 min
Challenging the GameSocial justice in sportIn this episode Jess is joined by Professor Leanne Norman. Leanne is the Director of the Centre for Social Justice in Sport and Society within the Carnegie School of Sport. Jess and Leanne discuss equity and inclusion at a national and local level within coachingSubscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-07-0737 min
Challenging the GameReturning to rugby after a vaginal prolapseIn this episode Jess is joined by Holly Ingram. Holly describes her vaginal prolapse, rehab and return to rugby. She also discusses how she’s raised awareness within her local community and club.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-06-0935 min
Challenging the GameStats of the gameIn this episode Jess is joined by Sam Larner. They chat about stats from women’s rugby, including looking ahead to the World Cup. They also discuss what stats to collect if you don’t have access to much equipment and how to engage the players. Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo CafeBuy Jess A Coffee Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-05-1240 min
Challenging the GameBonus Pod: Rusty is back!In this episode Jess is joined by Russell Earnshaw. They chat about how they define learning, using videos at training and their coaching journeysSubscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-04-2250 min
Challenging the GameDesigning female rugby bootsIn this episode Jess is joined by CEO of IDA Sports, Laura Youngson. They chat about designing female specific rugby boots and why it matters. Plus the work with Guinness and the Women’s Six Nations to launch the bootSubscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-04-0726 minLTW FancastReturn of the Jess - Interview with Jess Bunyard bonus pod!From the Fenlands of Lincolnshire and Norfolk in the east, to the rocks of Stanage Edge to the north, and also... Leicestershire: here lies the Kingdom of Jess! Former co-host Jess Bunyard joins Jacob for a quick bonus pod catch up to speak about how she's been getting on in her role as Women's and Girls' Development Officer at Leicester Tigers and excitement over the Women's Six Nations! Apologies for the delay in publishing this episode, it was recorded before Round One of the Women's Six Nations kicked off!
2025-03-2725 min
Challenging the GameInclusivity within Rugby LeagueIn this episode Jess is joined by Rugby Development Manager for the Sheffield Eagles, Andrea Dobson MBE. They chat about wheelchair rugby league and why a ‘whole club’ ethos helps achieve inclusivity within sportSubscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-03-0338 min
Challenging the GameCoaching attack with Lou MeadowsIn this episode Jess is joined by Red Roses Attack Coach Lou Meadows. They chat about coaching the Red Roses, empowering players and developing skill in attack. Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-02-0340 min
Challenging the GameChallenge yourself and your players with Russell EarnshawIn this episode Jess is joined by Coach Developer Russell Earnshaw. They chat about using challenges at training, understanding emotion when coaching and making sessions feel more like a match. Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2025-01-0648 min
Challenging the GameBridging the gaps with Dr Izzy MooreIn this episode Jess is joined by Dr Izzy Moore, Associate Professor Human Movement and Sports Medicine. They chat about returning to sport postpartum, how research can work with practice and why pregnancy and postpartum research is new. Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2024-12-1635 min
Challenging the GameMatatū and following your own path with Sarah MunroIn this episode Jess is joined by Sarah Munro, General Manager for Matatū. They chat about the story of Matatū, women’s rugby and following your own pathSubscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2024-11-1839 min
Challenging the GamePostpartum rugby with Gráinne DonnellyIn this episode, Jess is joined by Gráinne Donnelly, an Advanced Physiotherapist and Doctoral Researcher Cardiff Metropolitan University. They chat about players returning from sport postpartum, and how coaches can support players. Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2024-11-0231 min
The Rolling MaulRobbers On The Run - Ben Kay, Exeter (A) Review & Bath (H) PreviewWith Mike travelling to his new life in Australia, the podcast is steered (temporarily) by a new Captain in Elliott, with Jess Bunyard joining to assist. There's an interview with Tigers legend Ben Kay, as well as big dog Charlie Morgan from The Telegraph joining to dissect an amazing last minute win down in Exeter. We also look ahead to a tasty home fixture against old rivals Bath.
2024-09-241h 57
Leicester Tigers Rugby ShowTwo Months To Go...Jack Rafferty, Ian Cockerill & Jess Bunyard talk fixtures & Ben Youngs' heart surgery.
2024-07-2432 min
Challenging the GameLeadership and learning from the Crusaders with Kaila ColbinIn this episode Jess is joined by CEO and Founder of Boma, Kaila Colbin. They discuss learning from the Crusaders, coaching and leadership.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2024-07-0448 min
The Magic AcademySeason 11 Episode 8 - Jess Bunyard (Coach Learning)Jess and Rusty chat all things fist bumping heroes, being a female coach, coach feedback, the rhythm of the game and travelling from Huddersfield to Christchurch to learn as much as you can... enjoy!
2024-06-2454 min
Challenging the GameTraining contact skills with Dan LycettIn this episode Jess is joined by Head of PE and Sport St Davids College, Dan Lycett. They discuss coaching tackling, creating psychological safety for players and why evasion should be including in contact trainingSubscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityGet full access to Coaching Care Creativity at https://jessbunyard.substack.com/subscribeMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2024-05-1441 min
Challenging the GameChallenging the Game with Anne OnwusiriIn this episode Jess is joined by the founder of Black Girls Ruck, Anne Onwusiri. They discuss race and gender within rugby union, what Anne would change within the game (less running) and how to remove barriers to participation.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and creativityGet full access to Coaching Care Creativity at https://jessbunyard.substack.com/subscribeMusic: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2024-04-1939 minThe Rolling MaulThe 100 Minute Match - Newcastle (H) Review, Leinster (A) PreviewWith Elliott out on tour, Mike is joined by Jess Bunyard and Charles Richardson to analyse an insane, marathon match up at Kingston Park and to try to find crumbs of hope ahead of a daunting (and annual) trip to play Leinster in Dublin.
2024-04-021h 21
Challenging the GameMarketing and governance with Charlie RobertsCharlie Roberts has been involved with rugby for over 10 years. She was the first female chair of a community rugby club and has been Chair of Women and Girls rugby for Yorkshire RFU.She's also a marketing specialist and has been involved with USA Rugby and Rugby Europe.Charlie chats about challenging the current governance, how to market your rugby club and why backing yourself to send that one email will open doors.Subscribe to Coaching Care Creativity, a newsletter and site for coaching, for coaching women's rugby, for coaching with care and...
2024-03-0544 min
Challenging the GameLet's start together - Teaser episodeChallenging the Game teaser episode!People involved in the game, including players, academics, journalists and coaches shared what the words: Challenge, Challenging and Challenging the Game means to them in their context.Plus find out more about the podcast series Music: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Get full access to Coaching Care Creativity at www.coachcarecreate.com/subscribe
2024-02-2213 minThe Rolling MaulThe Ealing Conundrum - Tom Whiteley Interview, Tigers Women Catch Up with Jess Bunyard, Ealing (A) PreviewMike and Elliott look forward to a return for action as the boys take on Ealing in the semi-finals of the Premiership Cup, joined by Tigers scrum half Tom Whiteley in the process to chat about getting back after a mid-season break, developing his game and having the balls the shout at some of the mutants in the Leicester pack. Plus, Jess Bunyard of the LTW Fancast drops in to chat about the progression of the women's side following an emphatic derby win and how we can look to improve engagement going forward.
2024-02-131h 35The Rolling MaulFour Cup Finals and a Packet of Crisps - Bath (H) Review, Gloucester (A) PreviewMike and Elliott and joined by Jess Bunyard to revel in the side's comprehensive win over Bath, as well as pondering our best second-row combination. We also use some beer mat maths to figure out if there's any margin for error going forward as the Tigers hunt the playoffs. We look forward to the first of those cup finals against Gloucester at Kingsholm, and announce the winner of the number 8 shirt in our Ultimate Pro Era XV.
2023-03-061h 39The Rolling MaulA Maulist Specialising in Dickheadery - Quins (A) Review, Vicky Macqueen InterviewHaving missed a week due to badly organised holidays, Mike is joined by Jess Bunyard to look over a superb return to form against Quins at the Stoop and discuss the outstanding start to the Women's inaugural season with head coach Vicky Macqueen. Plus, we throw you a frankly unfair scrum half conundrum in our Homegrown Heroes feature.
2022-10-251h 36
Rugby Coach WeeklyWomen's Rugby Coaching Magazine World Cup Podcast Series: Setting the sceneSend us a textTo launch the series and to get excited for the first round of matches, Jess Bunyard is joined by fierce rugby activist Alice Soper to chat about her country being the host nation. Eamonn Hogan also joins the podcast to discuss barriers to coaching.To find out more about this podcast and many others, go to Rugby Coach Weekly To find out more about our Partner Club offer CLICK HEREAlso, tap into the library of 4,000 pages of activities, advice, tactics and tips to help...
2022-10-0736 minThe Rolling MaulSkewered Lam - Joe Heyes Interview, Bristol (H) Review, Leinster (H) Preview with Harpin' on RugbyIn a bumper episode, Mike and Elliott are joined by rugby coach Jess Bunyard to chat through a Bristol game which proved a fitting send off for Tom Youngs and provided more than adequate vengeance for Scrumgate. Joe Heyes also stops by to chat about all things Tigers - but especially scrums - and we're joined by Leinster podcaster, Jeff (from Harpin' on Rugby), to look ahead to a titanic Champions Cup quarter final.
2022-05-021h 44
The Rugby Coach's Corner PodcastJess Bunyard, Ep. 102, Lessons from the Women's Rugby Coaching MagazineJess Bunyard is the Editor at Women's Rugby Coaching Magazine and Head of Women's and Girls' Rugby at Huddersfield in the UK. She is a Level 2 RFU coach currently completing her Level 3, has guest coached men’s teams, and previously coached Yorkshire U18s.Twitter: @RugbyCoachJess @Womensrugbycoa2Instagram: @jessbcoach @womensrugbycoaching EVOLVE RugbyOnline coach development courseWhat you get: https://evolverugby.podia.com/Sneak peek:https://evolverugby.podia.com/evolve-rugby
2022-01-2648 minThe Rolling MaulPapa Lam - Connacht (H) Review, Bristol (A) Preview with Bears Beyond the Gate PodcastWith Elliot high rolling in Vegas, Mike is joined by Jess Bunyard to chew over 'that' video announcing Ellis Genge to Bristol, as well as looking over the home win against Connacht before looking ahead to an away fixture, ironically, at Ashton Gate against the Bears. Mike also chats to Pete from the Bears Beyond the Gate podcast to get their perspective on the recent 'dramaz' between the two clubs.
2021-12-211h 31The Rolling MaulSquidge Rugby and Dan Cole's Bake Off Chances - Sale (H) Review, Saints (A) PreviewWith Jess Bunyard stepping in for Elliot this week, the pod picks through the bruising encounter with Sale before looking ahead to the first East Midlands Derby of the year next week. Also, Squidge Rugby stops by to talk about the Tigers' rediscovered identity, the brilliance of George Ford and the likely winners of a rugby-based Great British Bake Off.
2021-10-251h 43
Rugby Coach WeeklyRoundup Rodeo Ep58: Reviewing the best contentSend us a textHost Phil Llewellyn with guests review some of the many great podcasts, books, articles and webinars from the last week. This week's guest: Jess Bunyard, Editor Women's Rugby Coaching magazine, Head of women's and girls rugby and assistant academy coach at Huddersfield RUFC. The team pick discuss their experiences of pre-season so far, how the return from Covid has been managed and it's impact on planning and delivery. Women's Rugby Coaching – Rugby Coach WeeklySUGGESTED CONTENT/WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED How To...
2021-08-2939 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyThe Final: The Remarkable and Untold Story of the 2014 RWC (part four)Send us a textThe remarkable and untold story of the 2014 Rugby World Cup winning England side from the view of their coaches, Gary Street and Graham Smith.In this episode, winning a World Cup twice, watching the same game every week, abandoning a bus on a traffic island, ‘Paul McGinley didn’t coach them did he?’, Alex Payne, Johnny Hammond, Nick Heath’s 'Never Forget' and ‘It wasn’t our choice'.Gary and Graham speak to Eamonn Hogan and Jess Bunyard.The producer and editor is Eamonn Hogan.Credits:
2021-04-261h 08
Rugby Coach WeeklyThe Final: The Remarkable and Untold Story of the 2014 RWC (part three)Send us a textThe remarkable and untold story of the 2014 Rugby World Cup winning England side from the view of their coaches, Gary Street and Graham Smith. In this episode, approaches to the selection of Captain, why its not a sacrifice to play for your country, ‘you’re not fit to wear the shirt’, guns, bullets and the team begin their journey at the 2014 Rugby World Cup in France.Gary and Graham speak to Eamonn Hogan and Jess Bunyard.The producer and editor is Eamonn Hogan.All Match Audio t...
2021-04-2157 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyThe Final: The Remarkable and Untold Story of the 2014 RWC (part two)Send us a textThe remarkable and untold story of the 2014 Rugby World Cup winning England side from the view of their coaches, Gary Street and Graham Smith.In this episode, recovering from a World Cup final loss, the power of a Post It note, ‘Toughen Up Tuesdays’, random Tornado's and how a 'wet Wednesday in Waikato’ in 2013 was so significant.Gary and Graham speak to Eamonn Hogan and Jess Bunyard.The producer and editor is Eamonn Hogan.Gary Street Interview with New Zealand Television: All Blacks YouTube Page Publis...
2021-04-1434 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyThe Final: The Remarkable and Untold Story of the 2014 RWC (part one)Send us a textThe remarkable and untold story of the 2014 Rugby World Cup winning England side from the view of their coaches, Gary Street and Graham Smith.In this episode, early forays into the women's game, creating monsters, hotels 'down the road’, how one tackle in 2006 changed the face of English women’s rugby and the how pain of the 2010 World Cup Final loss drove them both towards 2014.Gary and Graham speak to Eamonn Hogan and Jess Bunyard.The producer and editor is Eamonn Hogan.Music and sound cred...
2021-04-0750 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyMental wellness for women rugby coachesSend us a textIn this episode of the Women's Rugby Coaching podcast, Jess Bunyard is joined by Vicky Alexander. Vicky has a number of rugby roles including Petersfield RFC Senior Men’s Coach and Cobham Girl’s Rugby Lead. The episode discusses Vicky's coaching work at Cobham including recognising and supporting female players with their mental health. As well as detailing her own experiences, Vicky has advice for other coaches and clubs wishing to better support players' mental wellness. Jess and Vicky also chat about Girls Rugby Club and plan...
2021-03-2652 min
FYB Rugby Round TableFYB The Hard Line - Getting Into Coaching [Ep 2]Welcome to our new show FYB The Hard Line, dedicated in showcasing and developing Women's Grassroots Rugby!Lucy Ware will be hosting a brand new panel show discussing & showcasing Women’s grassroots Rugby.Joining host Lucy Ware on the topic of coaching will be Huddersfield RUFC & Editor of Women’s Rugby Coaching magazine Jess Bunyard & Rugby World Cup Winner & Coach Developer with the RFU Tamara Taylor!SUPPORT OUR SHOW - GET 10% OFF ANYTHING AT RUGBYSTORE.CO.UK BY USING OUR PROMO CODE FYBPOD AT CHECKOUT!SUPPORT OUR SHOW - ht...
2021-03-0235 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyCoaching the Red Roses: Learning, Balance and HeartSend us a textWomen's Rugby Coaching magazine editor, Jess Bunyard, goes to the very top of the English game to chat with Simon Middleton and Amy Turner. Simon has been the Head Coach of England Women since 2015, winning 2 Six Nations titles and taking the team to the 2017 World Cup final. Amy is Performance Pathway Officer for England Rugby and is currently undertaking a coaching internship with England as part of the Rugby World Cup 2021 programme. Amy and Simon discuss what makes a successful coaching dynamic, how they're working together and whe...
2021-02-241h 04
Rugby Coach WeeklyTime for change: Women's Rugby Coaching magazine launchedSend us a textDan speaks to Jess Bunyard, the editor of the world's first Women's Rugby Coaching magazine.Jess tells us why it's the right time to launch, what's different about it, and why it's all about growing the women's rugby community.She talks about the features of this issue, including dealing with menstrual cycle for players, growing a new club time and the speaking with the inspirational Sarah Ebd Albaki. Plus, she highlights some of the great activities to help girls and women develop their skills and game awareness....
2021-02-0922 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyBreaking the PANE: Themes & storytelling for all levelsSend us a textAndy Stevens and David Sharkey join Jess Bunyard on Breaking The Pane to discuss themes and storytelling. With each person at a different stage exploring themes, the group travel through their own experiences offering a guide to anyone wishing to add theming to their coaching toolbox. The trio also discusses whether there are any differences in storytelling within men's and women's teams and at what age can a team be introduced to theming.David Sharkey is currently teaching English at Hampton School alongside coaching at the Honorable Artillery Company. H...
2020-11-181h 09
FYB Rugby Round TableEp 19 - Return To Rugby - The Way AheadWelcome to the 19th episode of our new panel series "FYB Rugby Round Table". Over the coming weeks we will be discussing the biggest issues in grassroots Rugby in the UK with a different panel of players, coaches and volunteers.This week, our panel will be discussing the cancellation of leagues, lockdown 2 and the way forward...Joining me on the panel are -Gareth Tully - Reading RFCJess Bunyard - Huddersfield RUFCDan Archer - New Ash Green RFCTune in each week...
2020-11-0648 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyBreaking the PANE: The battle of the doctorsSend us a textIn episode 3, Dr Anna Stodter and Dr Ed Hall, give Jess Bunyard and listeners a tutorial in all things coach development and learning. The group tackle:what effective reflection as a coach looks like, diversity within coach educationwhat the future holds for coach education. Whether you want to discover what it takes to research coach education or how to make your coach learning better for you, this is the pod for you.To find out more about this podcast and many others, go to Rugby Coach Wee...
2020-09-301h 21
Rugby Coach WeeklyBreaking the Pane discusses women in sport, sexism and social media abuseSend us a textThis week in the first-ever Breaking The Pane podcast Jess Bunyard is joined by Lichfield Ladies Head Coach Maria Crowfoot and UK Coaching's Coach Developer Jenny Coady. The team discuss the recent BBC Sport survey into the social media abuse and sexism experienced by elite British sportswomen. One striking result to emerge from the survey was that 65% of the athletes had suffered from sexism but only 10% felt comfortable enough to report it. The team also share some of their own personal horror stories and discuss how the sports community ca...
2020-08-231h 13
Rugby Coach WeeklyReturn To Play: Practical approaches to coachingSend us a textDan Cottrell speaks to Jess Bunyard, Andy Stevens and Jamie Green about their approaches to Return to Play.Jess is director of women and girls rugby and RDO at Huddersfield YMCA RFC. Andy is chair of mini and juniors at Ellingham and Ringwood RFC. Jamie is director of rugby at Royston RFC. They all coach across a wide range of age groups.I asked them the following questions:What's exciting you most about returning to coach, not just RTP?What are the main challenges for your players in...
2020-08-1254 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyRoundup Rodeo Ep11: Reviewing last week’s pick of the pods & webinarsSend us a textHost Phil Llewellyn with guests Jess Bunyard, Maria Crowfoot and Anastacia Long review some of the many great podcasts and webinars from the last week.The team pick out the key takeaways from each episode and how to use it on the pitch, at all the levels of the game.The main three reviews are:England Rugby – Race, Rugby and the Women's GameUK Sport – Curious Coaches Club: Coaching MavericksThe Magic Academy – IDP with Aiden McNultyCOMING UPU...
2020-07-051h 06
Rugby Coach WeeklyRugby Coach Weekly’s Haunted House: Episode 3Send us a textWelcome to the Rugby Coach Weekly...Haunted House, featuring:Andy Stevens, Academy Chair and Club Coaching Coordinator at Ellingham and Ringwood, Level 2 coach, working with the clubs U11s, plus U13s and U15s girls, and coaching U18 boys at the local college.Jess Bunyard, Director of Women and Girls Rugby and Rugby Development Officer at Huddersfield YM RUFC. Head coach of University of Huddersfield Women's Team. Level 2 coach, assisting Yorkshire U18s Girls team Nathan Gosling, a t...
2020-05-271h 02