Rugby (Union & League)
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Rugby’s Greatest Mavericks
The author of the bestselling Hard Men of Rugby gives us the thrilling stories of 20 of the greatest rugby mavericks from the last 80 years. Featuring exclusive player interviews, this lively book brings some of rugby’s craziest moments, biggest characters and most remarkable stories to life. Foreword by David Campese
“It’s a great mix of players Luke has selected. They are all maverick in their own different way and show how rugby should be able to accommodate all kinds of personalities and styles.” David Campese, World Cup Winning Wallaby, broadcaster and coach“A sweet and scintillating mix of stories, anecdotes and insight into some of rugby’s most fascinating characters. The book’s blend of legends and relative unknowns means even the most well-read rugby fan will find something new to enjoy here.” James Stafford, Author and editor of The East Terrace
“A refreshing and highly entertaining read that highlights some of rugby’s truly great characters and serves to remind us why we fell in love with the game in the first place.” Donal Lenihan, Former Ireland and British and Irish Lions player and manager
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A Little Bit of Rugby Wit: Quips and Quotes for the Rugby Obsessed
This collection of rugby humour is perfect for anyone who lives and breathes the glorious game. Packed with the very best quips and quotes for lovers of the oval-shaped ball, it guarantees laughs and lots of celebratory fist pumps.
Scrum down and prepare yourself for a full-on tour of the game through the eyes of iconic players, pithy commentators and dumbfounded celebrities. It’ll reveal whether rugby really is a game that requires all brawn and little brain, explore the divisive history between the Union and League and celebrate the legends of the sport.
Up until the final whistle, the quotes in this book will have you on the edge of your seat. Offering an amusing look at the lives of rugby stars on and off the pitch, it’ll have you cheering for more and make you even more nuts for the honourable and always beautiful game than you already are.
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The Young Athlete’s Perspective: Talent Development Stories: What They Want and Need
Are you supporting a talented young athlete? Do you want to find the best way to help them develop and progress? Would you like to really understand what the talent development experience is like for them, what they want and what they need? Then “The Young Athlete’s Perspective” is for you.This book features six stories told by young athletes about their talent development experiences in sport. Each young athlete tells a personal story. They describe their own individual set of circumstances and provide a personal perspective that has been shaped by living in contemporary times. These unique stories are shared in the hope that they may support coaches and parents to better connect with the young athlete’s perspective. When considered together, these individual insights confirm the essence of the talent development experience and they reveal what every parent and coach supporting and developing the young athlete needs to know!
Testimonials
‘Helping young people achieve their potential is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a coach and this book contains many great ideas and thoughts on how to navigate the challenges of developing talent through an athlete’s teenage years. It is a must read for anyone coaching and developing talent in all sports.’ Stuart Lancaster, Director of Rugby Racing 92, former England Rugby Head Coach.‘As a former Australian netballer, pathway coach and parent of 3 young adults this book highlights many valuable learnings about supporting your child to navigate the bumpy “sport journey” all in one book. Building a relationship with your kids based on unconditional love for them as people not athletes is key. A great read enjoy!’ Jenny Borlase, High Performance Netball Coach, 3 time Netball World Champion for Australia. Mother of Isobel, AU Basketballer, James, AU Football League player and Ella, junior champion Surf Life Saver.
‘At last we have a book that includes the young athlete’s perspective while simultaneously providing the reader tangible take-away’s that have the potential to positively influence youth athlete development. I would highly recommend this book to anyone working in the youth athlete space.’ Duncan Simpson PhD, Director of Personal Development at IMG Academy, Florida USA.
‘The coaching of athletes in any sport is tricky, let alone the added complexities that come with being within a talent pathway. This book is an absolute must for anyone that wants to improve their coaching and help young people maximise their potential.’ Nick Levitt, Head of Coaching at Brighton and Hove Albion FC, English Premier League. Former Head of Coaching at UK Coaching.
‘Few resources focus on the experiences of the athletes themselves. Graham’s book, based on both his extensive academic and practical experience, is a breakthrough in this area, providing an effective guide for all involved in developing athletes towards their potential.’ Craig Pickering PhD, Olympian, Director of Performance Sustainability, Athletics Australia.
This book will provide you with valuable insights into key topics and issues, such as:
◆ How to support young athletes to progress in the sport that is right for them.
◆ How a positive talent development experience relies upon personalised and holistic athlete development.
◆ How to guide the young athlete through competing physical demands and psychological challenges.
◆ Why optimal athlete and coach collaboration relies upon a genuine relationship and authentic communication.
◆ How autonomy, connectedness and a sense of competence are critical to a young athlete’s motivation.
◆ How to teach the young athlete to become the best learner.The young athlete stories in this book are designed to stand alone and speak for themselves. They provide the young athlete’s perspective on what they need and what they want in their own words. I invite you to listen.
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Rugby: Be on the Ball with the Greatest Game on Earth (My Book of Sports)
This exciting introduction to rugby will help kids get to grips with the rules of the game, learn new rugby skills, and stock up on rugby world records. This DK children’s book looks at the history of the game, and touches on the main types of rugby, including Rugby Union, Rugby League, Tag and Touch rugby. Did you know that rugby can even be played on sand or snow? Or that Japan are hosting the Rugby World Cup this year?
Find out all about the World Cup and the Six Nations, both womens and mens, from how it began to which nation has the most wins. There are fascinating stats on every page, with profiles of famous rugby players, past and present, including Jonny Wilkinson and Jonah Lomu. Step-by-step graphics, alongside photography, clearly show how to pass the ball, and explain what scrums, mauls, and lineouts are. Are you ready to get involved?
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