The Coach G Show
Gurthro Steenkamp
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South African rugby trailblazer Babalwa Latsha reveals how she approaches the scrum as a mind game, not just a battle of strength.
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She dives into:
• The mindset and technique behind women’s rugby• How role models like Beast Mtawarira and Serena Williams shaped her• The mental toughness it takes to recover from injury and stay grounded in purpose.
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Charlie Hodgson, one of England’s most respected fly-halves, joins Lessons from the Game to share the mindset that shaped his rugby journey — from moments of pressure and injury to personal growth and success beyond the field.
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In this honest and insightful conversation with Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna, Charlie opens up about:
The power of reflection and reframing setbacks into growth
Managing performance anxiety and pressure in elite rugby
The “Effort Error vs Skill Error” philosophy that built accountability and trust at Saracens
Finding identity and purpose after professional rugby
How mindset and self-awareness can redefine success in sport and life
A masterclass in resilience, perspective, and personal evolution from one of rugby’s most thoughtful playmakers.
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It’s not about systems — it’s about players.
Alan Zondagh shares the mindset behind decades of coaching success: turning “Dopeys” into internationals. With AB Zondagh, he unpacks the Ball Man concept, the Rugby Speedometer, and the balance between structure and creativity in modern attack.
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A must-listen for coaches who want to build smarter, braver, more skillful players — not just patterns.
🎯 Key Takeaways
Great coaching = developing better decision-makers
The Ball Man model for faster, instinctive attack
Why bravery and patience matter in skill acquisition
The Speed-Space-Connection framework explained
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From a 53m Lions series-winner in 2009 to repeating the fairytale in 2021, Morne Steyn breaks down how composure is trained, not born. We unpack the Bulls brotherhood, why today’s kickers struggle with consistency, how screens and over-structure affect vision, and what real “player-led” standards look like.
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Morne Steyn is a Springbok legend, three-time Super Rugby champion (Bulls), Top 14 winner (Stade Français), and the definition of clutch. Now a kicking consultant (Lions), entrepreneur, and founder of the MS10 clinics/foundation.
What you’ll learn
Pressure mastery: routines, “five-for-five” finish rule, and training under consequence.
Consistency vs. talent: why 80% is the true pro benchmark for goal-kickers.
Vision & decision-making: being 1–2 phases ahead; kicking first, then playing.
Bulls DNA: family culture, hard sessions, and why extra work matters.
Modern game truths: GPS trade-offs, over-coaching, and screen time’s impact on awareness.
Adapting abroad: language, culture, and leading as a 10 in France.
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Mournay Steyn
02:45 Lessons from Rugby: Discipline and Hard Work
06:01 Iconic Moments: The 2009 British and Irish Lions Series
08:49 Reflections on a Successful Career
11:46 The Bulls Family: Team Spirit and Success
15:01 The Importance of Hard Work and Training
18:02 The Mindset of a Kicker: Pressure and Performance
20:52 The Evolution of Goal Kicking in Rugby
24:03 Adapting to Change: Playing in France
27:04 Giving Back: Coaching and Mentoring the Next Generation
30:10 The Future of Rugby: Insights and Advice
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