Petey Shaw

Petey Shaw, Director of Rugby at Terenure College, transforms youth sports by prioritizing enjoyment and participation over early wins. He discusses how removing pressure has boosted player involvement to over 90% and encourages multi-sport participation. Petey reveals innovative training methods, like informal games to increase touches and decision-making. He shares insights on redefining success through confidence metrics and creating inclusive environments, emphasizing that friendship, safety, and belonging should be at the core of youth sports.