Category Archives: rugby

Without and within: Saracens will be missed

Posted on September 20, 2020 by

Ye gods, we had forgotten what a sport this was. Amongst the moonshots, algorithms and trips to Barnard Castle, a few things have slipped from our collective consciousness. On Saturday afternoon, propelled by the winds whipping through the Aviva, they … Continue reading →

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The XV – a brand new rugby website

Posted on September 16, 2020 by

Delighted to say that I will be working for a brand new rugby media website called – The XV. http://thexv.rugby – please note it is .rugby not .com This is a new initiative from Rugby Pass and has gathered together … Continue reading →

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One Game at a Time – Episode 10

Posted on July 28, 2020 by
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One Game at a Time – Episode 9

Posted on July 21, 2020 by

Chris Robshaw has had an incredible career, having played over 300 times for club and country, captaining both along the way. He spoke to me about his Harlequins highlight, winning the Aviva Premiership Final in 2012, but we also found … Continue reading →

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A prodigal son, of sorts

Posted on July 19, 2020 by

“They asked if I would describe myself in three words and I thought; autistic, OCD and anxious…” Click here – Jonny May on his return to Kingsholm and how he’s changed. Me for Rugby Pass.

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One Game at a Time – Episode 8

Posted on July 15, 2020 by

This week’s Rugby World Magazine’s “One Game at a Time” goes back to 2009 and a rare rugby penalty shootout. Jordan Crane played for Leeds, Leicester, Bristol and England in a wonderful 15-year career, which is continuing into coaching down … Continue reading →

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One Game at a Time – Episode 7

Posted on July 7, 2020 by

On this episode of Rugby World Magazine’s ‘One Game at a Time’, I talk to Wasps fly-half Jimmy Gopperth about an incredible Champions Cup game from back in 2016. Our discussion proves an incredible insight into the world of a … Continue reading →

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Appointing George

Posted on July 1, 2020 by

Spent time with the Gloucester Rugby hierarchy for Rugby Pass. It’s been an interesting time; the hiring process of the new coach particularly fascinating. Follow this link to read it

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One Game at a Time – Episode 6

Posted on June 30, 2020 by

In Episode 6 of Rugby World Magazine’s ‘One Game at a Time’, Sam Roberts talks to one of the most popular rugby players in the world. Schalk Brits played for The Stormers, Saracens and South Africa, in a career that … Continue reading →

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One Game at a Time – Episode 5

Posted on June 23, 2020 by

In Episode 5 of Rugby World Magazine’s podcast ‘One Game at a Time’, I speak to arguably the finest finisher her country has ever seen. Nicknamed ‘One Touch’, Katherine Merchant scored 44 tries in 58 international appearances, and I talk … Continue reading →

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