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I chatted to Andrew Henderson about the ridiculous post-rugby challenges that some players undertake. We talked about why so many former rugby players take up these challenges and details of the unique test of stamina that Hendo has set for himself in support of the Injured Players Foundation.   Thanks to Raging Bull for sponsoring this episode. Get 10% off your order at ragingbull.co.uk when you enter the code ARP10 at checkout.   Hendo’s JustGiving page - https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/andrew-henderson4x4 Hendo on Instagram - @riseupwellnesslifestyle (https://www.instagram.com/riseupwellnesslifestyle/) Hendo on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/andrew.o.henderson.1 Rise Up Wellness - https://www.riseupwellness.co.uk/   Recorded via Facebook LIVE on Tuesday 6th October 2020.   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

I chatted to Zainab Alema about her in experiences as a black, Muslim, female rugby player. We talked about the current state of affairs for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals within rugby and whether the game is doing enough to make rugby accessible to minority groups. Recorded via Facebook LIVE on Thursday 24th September 2020. Twitter - @AlemaZainab - https://twitter.com/AlemaZainab Instagram - @zeealema - https://www.instagram.com/zeealema/ Studs In The Mud - @studsinthemud - https://www.instagram.com/studsinthemud/ Muslim Women In Rugby - @muslimahrugby - https://www.instagram.com/muslimahrugby/ Telegraph article featuring Zainab - https://www.telegraph.co.uk/womens-sport/2020/06/25/fight-against-injustice-black-female-sportswomen-using-platform/?utm_campaign=later-linkinbio-telegraphwomenssport Project Rugby website - https://www.premiershiprugby.com/projectrugby/ Barnes Rugby Club - https://www.barnesrfc.org/ Ealing Trailfinders - http://www.ealingtrailfinders.com/ Millwall Rugby Club - https://www.millwallrugby.com/ PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page. SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

I chatted to Stuart Lock from MSG Tours about the Lions tour dates announcements, what that means for the game, the players, and the supporters and some of our own favourite Lions moments. Recorded via Facebook LIVE on Saturday 25th July, 2020. msgtours.com Stuart Lock on facebook PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page. SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

This is a brief, introductory episode to tell you all about the new 'Hot Topics' series from the Amateur Rugby Podcast!   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

Season Finale   Hello Amateurs and welcome to this short, Season Finale where I’ll share with you: Everything I’ve learnt about creating a podcast including a couple of embarrassing stories The themes that have reappeared throughout the series Some podcast stats about downloads and most popular episodes A review the seismic events of the current season A tribute to two incredible rugby men who have sadly left us recently and a look ahead to next season (whenever that will be), the future of rugby in general and what you can expect from The Amateur Rugby Podcast. PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

Andy Stevens - full-time rugby coach - is my guest this week. Andy is a coach at Ellingham & Ringwood rugby club in dorset where my nephew plays his rugby.   This interview was recorded in January of 2020 and we talked about Andy’s school playing days, his transition into becoming a top-level volleyball player and then coach. How he started coaching rugby and some great ideas around setting targets for kids, coaching girls and the differences between the women’s and mens game, and lastly his move to become a full-time coach and landing a job at the club he supports.   LINKS Twitter - personal: @FiftyThree12 (https://twitter.com/FiftyThree12) Twitter - business: @CobraSportAcad (https://twitter.com/CobraSportAcad) Website - http://www.cobrasportacademy.com/   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

Jonny Hylton former England 7s and Premiership player with Wasps and Worcester is my guest this week.   Our careers converged from diametrically opposite directions in 2010 at Esher Rugby club where we were team-mates for a couple of joyful seasons.    This interview was recorded in January of 2020 and we discussed Jonny’s endless list of nicknames, what it was like to be a youngster at Wasps and being taken under the wing of then England full-back - Josh Lewsey, the disappointment of being released as a 22-year and then being at a struggling premiership club, fighting through injuries and desperately trying to get established, the incredible experience of playing for England 7’s during the absolute glory days under former guest and friend of the pod - Mike Friday and the decision to step down from full-time rugby and look ahead to a future career. All that and there is some coaching chat as well.   LINKS Jonny can be contacted on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonny-hylton-71921815/)   Jonny also mentioned several other clubs and organisations, check them out below:   Wasps (https://www.wasps.co.uk/) Worcester Warriors (https://warriors.co.uk/) Cornish Pirates (https://cornish-pirates.com/) Newbury Blues (https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/newburyrfc/) Esher Rugby (https://www.esherrugby.com/) Old Reigatians RFC(https://oldreigatianrfc.com/) England 7s (https://www.englandrugby.com/england/sevens-men#index)  Reigate Grammar School (https://www.reigategrammar.org/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

Piers Mitchell and I met in Africa in 2017 whilst on a rugby outreach program and I caught up with him at Richmond Rugby Club in January of 2020.   We talked about our time coaching kids in Africa with The Bhubesi Pride, Piers’ self-admittedly limited playing career, some amazing stories about playing rugby around the world, Touch Rugby and how it can be used a development and outreach tool to grow the game, club sustainability, and lastly what it’s like to be a rugby Dad and living life vicariously through his son.   This is one of the most wide-ranging conversations in Amateur Rugby Podcast history, there’s a bit of something in here for absolutely everyone, so sit back, relax and please welcome Piers Mitchell.   LINKS Piers can be found on Twitter - @piersmitchell1 (https://twitter.com/piersmitchell1)   If you’d like to take him up on his kind offer of 4 tickets for a DMP home game, get in touch via the Darlington Mowden Park website - https://www.mowdenpark.com/   Piers also mentioned several other clubs and organisations, check them out below:   Bhubesi Pride (https://bpfafrica.org/) Friends of Rwandan Rugby (https://friendsofrwandanrugby.com/) Touch Rugby (http://www.englandtouch.org.uk/) Telford Rugby Club (https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/telfordhornets) Cardiff Uni Rugby Club (https://www.cardiffstudents.com/activities/sport/rugby/) Rosslyn Park (https://rosslynpark.co.uk/) Sedbergh School (https://www.sedberghschool.org/) Richmond Rugby Club (https://richmondfc.co.uk/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

Bill Blythe and I met at Old Colfeians a good few years ago now. He was a late-comer to our sport but has since immersed himself as a player, captain, sponsor, committeeman and coach.   This interview was recorded in January of 2020 and we discussed what it was like for him to break into the game as an adult, rugby cultures around the world, participation numbers in the modern game and some great tips about how to build a positive rugby culture when coaching kids.   LINKS If you’d like to chat with Bill, email w_blythe@sky.com My Instagram @tunnocks_world_tour (https://www.instagram.com/tunnocks_world_tour/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

David Cheng a Rugby Development Coach for the RFU is my guest this week.   Chengy and I first met on a training pitch around 7 years ago and we’ve pretty much done nothing apart from talk rugby ever since.   This interview was recorded on New Years Eve in 2019 and we covered a lot of ground including: Old Colfeians Club legends - and why they became legends, how children gain enjoyment from playing rugby, coaching philosophies and player pathways. And, as a former journalist, he even fired a few testing questions back my way.   It’s a fabulous chinwag and I hope you get as much out of it as I did.   LINKS You can contact David Cheng on the Twitter (@DavidChengRFU) or on email - davidcheng@rfu.com   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.   SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way then there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

Mark ‘Moxy’ Collier and I were team-mates for Cheltenham Colts back in the early ’90s when our hair was long and our shorts were short - we had our whole lives ahead of us!   This interview was recorded in December of 2019 and we talked about how Moxy made himself an integral part of that Cheltenham Colts squad even though he rarely got in the team, some awesome rugby club traditions and Moxy’s foray into podcasting as a co-host for the UTS Podcast.    LINKS @TheUTSPodcast on twitter - https://twitter.com/TheUTSPodcast UTS Podcast website - https://www.utspodcast.com/ Ivory Coast at the 95 World Cup - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZcGET4IAsg   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

James Waterhouse is my guest this week. His story of struggle, mismanagement and eventual bitterness over life playing Championship Rugby will only make the RFU’s decision to slash funding for that level of the game seem even more scandalous.   This interview was recorded in December of 2019 and its release could not be better timed in the current climate. Moose completely lays bare the many injustices and hardships he saw in the Championship and gives some creative thoughts around solutions for players, clubs and governing bodies.   LINKS Tweet him @jamwaterhouse (https://twitter.com/jamwaterhouse) You can contact me via email (hello@amateurrugbypodcast.com)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

James Inglis and I were team-mates at Esher Rugby Club where I learnt from him what it meant to be a serious rugby player.   This interview was recorded in December of 2019 and he told me what it was like to be one of the very first Academy players in the UK and the challenges of spending years striving for Premiership rugby. We go deep on one of Jingles’ specialist subjects: Lineouts, and finish with some great advice around youth development in the modern era.   LINKS James Inglis can be contacted on Instagram - @jjinglis (https://www.instagram.com/jjinglis/) or email (j_a_inglis@hotmail.com)   You can contact me via email (hello@amateurrugbypodcast.com)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Dave Phillips - ‘Mr Dartfordians’ has been a member of the Dartfordians club since leaving school and has held almost every role within the club over 50 years.    This interview was recorded in December of 2019 and Dave told me the secrets of keeping a club flourishing in this modern age - Darts regularly put out 5 sides plus thriving Minis, Juniors, Girls and Women’s teams.   I also uncovered some wonderful coaching tips and Dave’s thoughts about what is important for kids in rugby. Oh, there are some touring stories too. It’s a wonderful chat and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.   LINKS Dave Phillips can be found on Twitter @oldbilko (https://twitter.com/oldbilko) Dartfordians website (https://www.dartfordiansrfc.co.uk/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Peter Short   'Shorty', the former Leicester Tigers, Narbonne and Bath lock forward is my guest this week.   We caught up in December of 2019 in Dorset, where he now works and lives to talk about the early days of professionalism, what it was like to be involved at Leicester Tigers during the halcyon days, his experience in French rugby at Narbonne and lastly a successful period at Bath.   It’s a fascinating chat which also delves into his development as coach and some very interesting insights into some more scientific aspects of the game.   LINKS Peter Short can be found on Twitter @thedukeofrugby (https://twitter.com/thedukeofrugby)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Greg Curtin   'Curtin' and I are Nomad friends, we met at a big floating conference on a cruise ship in the sea. We then spent 3 weeks living on a beach in Brazil with a load of other nomads where we surfed, worked, did Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and even took part in an Improv Comedy night.   This interview was recorded in December of 2019 in Dubai and we talked about comparisons between Rugby and traditional American sports, Curtin’s extensive experience of playing all around the world, from America to England, Italy, Austria, Uganda, and China!    Oh, and you can’t miss his story about how he attempted to get a Fijian to play in the NFL!   LINKS Greg Curtin Email (gregcurtin@yahoo.com) Curtin’s website (https://americarex.com/) Nomad Cruise (http://nomadcruise.com/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Stephen Corlett   ‘Taff' and I played together for many years - bound up in the front row for both Old Colfeians and Kent.   This interview was recorded November of 2019 in Amsterdam, where he's now living, to discuss a multitude of topics and some favourite stories ranging from why amateur rugby is a hotbed of creative thinking through to the magic of touring and the mysterious legend of the Kakadu Gnat.   LINKS Taff can be contacted via email stephenabroad@gmail.com or on twitter @stephencorlett (https://twitter.com/stephencorlett) Stephen’s Ad agency: 180 KINGSDAY (https://www.180kingsday.com/) A Beautiful Constraint: https://amzn.to/2TmxFHJ Guardian article about lack of creativity: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2020/jan/09/the-breakdown-rugby-union-numbers-game   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

James Griffiths   My guest this week is Hollywood Movie director - James Griffiths. Griff was also my team-mate and captain at Old Colfeians but being a Hollywood Movie director sounds somewhat more impressive.   This interview was recorded in September of 2000 and 19 and it went in all manner of directions. It really ebbed and flowed, not just through the highs and lows of rugby, but of life in general.   Like you parents out there who are not supposed to have a favourite child, I’m not supposed to have a favourite podcast… But, if I did, then it might just be this one. Shhh, don’t tell the others….   LINKS You can get Griff on Facebook, Twitter (@jgriffter) or Instagram (@griffter71) Leon Lloyd’s social enterprise - Switch the Play (https://switchtheplay.com/) Bollywood rugby movie (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdHPULyEpNc)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Happy New Year! Hello Amateurs, hope you all had a wonderful Christmas out there in Amateur Rugby World. Think of all your professional cousins who had to abstain from the mince pies and glasses of sherry! A lot of clubs play an internal club fixture this time of year - Young uns VS Old uns - or some other variation. If you are one of these clubs then I hope the game was played in the right spirit and you had a good christmas booze up afterwards! I’d love to hear about some of your Christmas rugby traditions. What do you do that makes your game special? Write in at hello@amateurrugbypodcast.com And, if you’re at a club that doesn’t have a regular intra-club fixture at christmas, why don’t you think about starting one next year - it really is a great way to build bonds within the club and make more memories. I’ve got some absolutely banging interviews for you coming up in the New Year. We go in depth on subjects like: Men’s mental health Player welfare Coaching Club culture Player pathways and of course, plenty of fun stories along the way. Make sure to subscribe at Apple Podcasts, amateurrugbypodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Now, if you listened to my short Christmas episode, you’ll know that I’ve personally gotten a lot out of producing the podcast so far. But I’d really like to help you as well. I’ve been a professional web developer for over 20 years building countless sites for many happy clients. I would love to do the same for you too. If you need a website or you hear of someone who does, I would be very grateful if you think of me and get in touch so we can have a quick chat about how I can help you. You can contact me via email hello@amateurrugbypodcast.com or via Twitter or Facebook @amrugbypodcast. The rugby community is a wonderfully supportive, helpful place, so if you’ve enjoyed the podcast so far and you think other people you know might like it too, I’d be incredibly grateful for any social media exposure, and ratings and reviews on Apple Podcasts - it really does help get the podcast to a wider audience which in turn helps me keep it going! So, lastly, have an incredible 2020 and do everything you can to keep our great game flourishing. Happy New Year, oh and don’t forget, if you, or someone you know needs a website, please get in touch. Get out and play! PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Merry Xmas! Hello Ho Ho Amateurs. Welcome to this special, super-short Christmas episode of The Amateur Rugby Podcast. I know everyone is very busy this time of year, so I just wanted to give you a quick update about myself and the podcast and let you know some plans for the year ahead. I started out this podcast back in September with some very modest goals. I had been out of the game for 3 years and was looking for a way to contribute back to the rugby community. My travelling lifestyle meant that a coaching role wasn’t really practical, so, having become obsessed with podcasts I decided to jump on the bandwagon. I also thought it would be a great personal development tool for myself in quite a lot of different areas. There is the technology - what to record with, how to edit, where to upload and all the website and social media things that go along with anything in the public domain nowadays. It would also provide an amazing excuse to reach out to lots of former team-mates, coaches and other important people in the game and spend some time having very deliberate conversations. As a shy introvert, this was a challenge for me but I soon found that podcasting was a very safe space. I want to thank all my guests. You have all been so generous with your time, energy and honesty and it was a real pleasure catching up with all of you! I initially announced that I would be recording enough episodes to get to Christmas when I would evaluate the situation, was I enjoying it? Did I see value in it? Did I want to carry on? It became apparent very quickly that the answer to all of the above was yes, so I’m very happy to announce that I will be carrying on at least until the end of this Amateur season in April 2020. I have already recorded 4 great interviews for after Christmas and I am recording a lot more over the festive season. I normally ask you to tell someone about the podcast in person the next time you’re down your local rugby club, but today I’m going to ask for a Christmas gift from you to help take the podcast to the next level. Think back to the episode that you enjoyed the most. If you could share that single episode on social media, maybe with a nice little write-up about why you enjoyed it so much and make sure to tag @amrugbypodcast - that will really help get the podcast to new ears and hopefully help me to grow it beyond 2020. Lastly, to you, my listeners, thank you so much for being there and listening. The show is currently averaging around 200 downloads per episode and that is way beyond what I hoped for back in September. Thank you, keep listening, and have an amazing Christmas…. and don’t forget to share you favourite episode - do it now! PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Geoff Griffiths Geoff and I met playing for Esher RFC which was one of 4 Championship clubs that he represented. Geoff was a powerful three-quarter and played a lot of 7’s also. This interview was recorded in September of 2019 and we chatted through Geoff’s career and he shared his thoughts on player pathways, the National One sweet-spot and some interesting facts about Graham Dawe. He was due to be episode 17, but I brought him forward to this episode - Number 16 - Make sure to listen to the end to find out why… LINKS You can contact Geoff via email - geoff@builtvisible.com @GeoffGriffiths on Twitter (https://twitter.com/GeoffGriffiths) Geoff on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffmgriffiths/) Geoff’s Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/geoff.griffiths/) Built Visible (https://builtvisible.com/) Built Visible on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/builtvisible/) PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Colm Hannon   Colm and I are former team-mates at Esher RFC and both fully paid up members of the front-row union. He is one of the most interesting and engaging characters that I have encountered in the game and I was very excited to sit down and chat with him.   The interview was recorded in September of 2019 and we shared some stories about playing together, Colm’s early rugby days, then really dug deep into the role of business and business people in rugby.    LINKS You can contact Colm via email - colm@therugbybusinessnetwork.com Rugby Business Network (https://therugbybusinessnetwork.com/) Rugby Business Network on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rugby-business-network/) @RugBizNetwork on Twitter (https://twitter.com/rugbiznetwork?lang=en)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Ben Mercer   Now, Ben and I have never actually met, but he came with a very strong recommendation from a former team-mate of both of ours Geoff Griffiths. Ben has experienced all different sides of rugby over a lengthy playing career and his story is one that I really wanted to share with you.   This interview was recorded this week, in November of 2019 and we talked about life on the fringes of the professional game and Ben’s varied experiences playing in different countries.   LINKS Ben's book ‘Fringes’ can be found on Amazon: (https://amzn.to/2OAHOxC) Ben’s website - https://www.benmercer.me/ Ben's twitter - https://twitter.com/wherebenmercer2   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Dave Townsend   Cheltenham RFC President - Dave 'Towner' Townsend was my coach for Cheltenham Colts back in 1995/96 and is also the father of Matt Townsend from Episode No.2   This interview was recorded in August 2019 at Cheltenham RFC, where we appropriately sat in Colts Corner and chatted about the goals of the club, the trials and tribulations of being on the brink of the semi-professional game and some of the highly niche scrummaging techniques that Towner used to employ.   So, listen in for some genuine old-school west-country wisdom!   LINKS Towner can be contacted via the Cheltenham Tigers website (https://cheltenhamtigers.co.uk/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Phil Watters   Premiership Assistant Referee Phil Watters and I were team-mates at Cheltenham RFC many moons ago and more recently, he was AR in a game I played for Ealing.   This interview was recorded in August of 2019 and we talked about playing and coaching the England Police and Phil’s transition into refereeing including some incredible insights into the role of the modern day official.   LINKS You can get hold of Phil on Instagram @daddles2243 (https://www.instagram.com/daddles2243/) England Police RUFC (https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/englandpolicerufc/)     PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Tom Lindsay   My guest this week is Bristol Bears hooker, Tom Lindsay. Tom and I first locked horns during a London 1 game between Sutton & Epsom and Old Colfeians. We later went on to become team-mates at both Blackheath and Esher.   This interview was recorded August of 2000 and 19 and we took a lovely stroll down memory lane through Tom’s career with some key learning points around player development, the role of the coach and especially team culture.   LINKS You can get in contact with Tom: @tomlindsay2 on Twitter (https://twitter.com/tomlindsay02) @tomlindsay02 on Instagram (https://instagram.com/tomlindsay02) Rugby Players Association (https://therpa.co.uk/) Restart Rugby (http://restartrugby.org.uk/) Tom also mentioned my Instagram which is @tunnocks_world_tour (https://www.instagram.com/tunnocks_world_tour/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

David Slemen   'Slem' was my captain and fly-half when I played at Esher, so it’s highly appropriate that he should feature in episode 10 of the podcast.   This interview was recorded in August 2019 and we chatted about the state of the professional game, lessons from captaincy and skills learned in rugby that can be transferred into business.   LINKS David Slemen can be contacted on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidslemen/) and Twitter @DaveSlem (https://twitter.com/DaveSlem) Elite Performance Partners (https://eppartners.co.uk/)   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Mike Friday - Head Coach of the USA 7’s.   Geezer and I have crossed paths in rugby circles in almost every capacity as players, coaches, on the same team and on opposite sides.    Now I have been retired for some time, it is with great clarity that I can say that Mike is the best coach I ever had - a superb mixture of incredibly detailed technical appreciation, motivational skills and the ability to create a culture that bred excellence are just some of the reasons why I rate him so highly.   This interview was recorded in August of 2019 and we had an in-depth chat about the achievements and challenges for USA rugby - both the 7’s and the 15-a-side version of the game.   We got into coaching philosophies and Mike shared some genuine coaching knowledge-bombs. If you are a young or new coach then there is some seriously good advice in this episode for you.   And lastly, we talked about Mike’s amateur club - Bromley RFC where three generations of the family Friday are still involved.    LINKS Mike can be contacted on Instagram @mikefriday09, on Twitter @mikefriday09 or LinkedIn - Mike Friday. Get Buzzing - https://www.getbuzzing.co.uk/ use code BURFORD20 at checkout for a 20%discount.   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Ben Ward   Ben is the Director of Rugby at Ealing Trailfinders and has been involved with the club since their days in London Div 2. He was fly-half and Head Coach during the 2012-13 season when I played my single season for the club.   This interview was recorded August of 2000 and 19 at the always improving home of Ealing Trailfinders - Vallis Way. We covered some fascinating topics: The changes Ben has witnessed whilst climbing the leagues, thoughts on the new law trials and providing a fabulous environment for young players to improve and also get an education in their Academy.   LINKS http://www.ealingtrailfinders.com/team/get-tickets Use the code FIVEOFF at checkout   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Andy Muldoon   Andy was a former team-mate at Old Colfeians RFC and he also played plenty of rugby for Bedford Athletic and North Bristol. We talked about Mulders’ rugby journey which flowed into very interesting topics like the rights and wrongs of team initiations and the pros and cons of earning money in the murky world of semi-professionalism. There are also a couple of truly heartwarming rugger tales.   LINKS @andymuldoon on Twitter The Drop-goal - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3zseJ8sE3A Muldoon's Amazing 10-point Tour Check List   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Rod Turner   I first met Rod Turner as a team-mate at Esher RFC. An athletic 2nd Row, Rod is one of the most universally liked players that I have come across in our great sport. He's a real team man and social king.   We had a brilliant chat about video stitch-ups, Italian flash-mobs and what it’s like to play for the 2nd XV of every rugby club in London.   LINKS Contact Rod via email - rod@incomethroughproperty.co.uk If you are interested in property investment, then you will find great resources in Rod’s Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/incomethroughproperty/ Rod’s Podcast - The Rodcast can be found here - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rodcast/id1479224466   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Vicky Fleetwood   She's an England International, she's a World Cup winner and she's bossing it on Instagram! Vicky Fleetwood is on the pod!   Vicky and I had a great chat about her amazing achievements, exciting developments in the women's game and developing the next generation at Old Colfeians RFC.   LINKS @vickyfleetwood_ on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vickyfleetwood_   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/creating-a-podcast/) page.

Martin Davey and I were teammates for many years at Old Colfeians RFC and spent three more seasons running the team as DoR/1stXV Manager. We are also former work-mates in the London Fire-Brigade. Our rugby history goes back a long way!   LINKS Old Colfeians announce Tim Tunnicliff as DoR - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jggtg4YnCD0 Croatia rugby kit - https://twitter.com/AlbionRFC/status/1161610123246276608 Al Knuckey kick which led to social media shaming - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va9grfq1Mik   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast page.

Matt Townsend   'Towner' and I have played a lot of rugby over the years across many different teams - Cheltenham Civil Service, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Colts, Combined London Old Boys and of course Old Colfeians.   We had a good dig through our rugby history and enjoyed reminiscing about the social side of the game.   LINKS Towner kindly offered to provide some assistance and advice to anyone aspiring to a career in a 'big 4' accountancy firm. Contact me on hello@amateurrugbypodcast.com and I will pass on your details.   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast page.

Chris Tunnicliff   He ain't heavy...   From tackling practice in the back garden to playing together for Cheltenham RFC and Gloucestershire Schools to recently coaching minis rugby at Ellingham and Ringwood RFC, it's been a long rugby-filled ride with my only sibling.   LINKS Chris has kindly managed to offer a membership discount for any new mini or junior players that want to try rugby at Ellingham and Ringwood RFC. Just email tryrugby@errfc.com to find out more details.   The Coaching Matrix Chris mentioned can be found on the Hampshire RFU website. (https://www.hampshirerugby.com/media/PDFLibrary/Forms-Minutes/ERRFC%20Coach%20Skills%20Matrix%202018-19.pdf)   Lastly, Chris can be contacted via @c_tunni on Twitter   PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast page.

A short introductory episode to introduce myself, Tim Tunniclif - your host of The Amateur Rugby Podcast and the podcast itself. I talk through my history of involvement in rugby and explain exactly what the podcast will and will not be. PODCAST KIT Everything I use to create, edit and produce this podcast can be found on my Creating a Podcast page.