#24 A life in Rugby Union with Jim McKay

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Nov 15, 2024

Jim McKay, an accomplished Australian rugby union coach with experience in elite teams like the Queensland Reds and Wallabies, shares his coaching journey. He discusses the balance of structured and unstructured play, the impact of environmental factors on training, and the importance of adaptability and community. Jim emphasizes fostering player autonomy, 'organized chaos' in practice sessions, and the necessity of effective communication in coaching. His insights combine personal anecdotes with data-driven strategies, highlighting the transformative power of coaching in rugby.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Journey of a Rugby Coach

01:47 • 13min

Adaptive Coaching in Rugby

14:29 • 20min

Evolving Attack Coaching in Rugby

34:28 • 17min

Transformative Coaching in Rugby

51:32 • 22min

Navigating the Coaching Landscape: Lessons from Experience

01:13:15 • 4min

Embracing Coaching Opportunities with Humility

01:17:01 • 4min