by Gus Ballantine | Jun 3, 2025 | Coaching, Performance, Top Story
Ahead of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup in England, England U18s Head Coach James Cooper tells Sidelines how he develops players for international glory. James Cooper, photo courtesy of RFU Collection via JMP UK What do you enjoy most about your role as Head Coach...
by Amy Hamerslagh | Jun 2, 2025 | Coaching, Performance, Top Story
When the roars of the crowd die down, can rugby players trade that experience to be the person to guide the team? Sidelines spoke exclusively to x-Saracens front-rower Tom Woolstencroft about the challenges of switching from player to coach as he takes over the dugout...
by James Morgan-Wynne | Jun 2, 2025 | Innovation
Protecting the brain is no longer optional. Expert Dr Patrick Neary explains how sport is adapting – and what more can be done to prevent concussion. “You only have one brain, and you need that for the next 70 years of your life.” Dr. Patrick Neary, 68, a professor in...
by Gus Ballantine | May 28, 2025 | Media, Top Story
After winning the Rugby World Cup in 2003, England’s fight wasn’t over yet with the storm of the press still waiting. Sidelines speaks to the man who helped them navigate the media frenzy and ensure their victory was celebrated both on and off the field....
by Cerys Jones | May 27, 2025 | Coaching, Performance, Top Story
Gone are the days of the jack-of-all-trades – it’s the age of the specialist coach as sports teams search for marginal gains in their performance. Two coaches tell Sidelines about their careers. With the difference in one or two table places potentially...
