Team socials are the heartbeat of any rugby club — but they can also be the thing that derails your training, your recovery, and your Sunday morning game if you’re not careful.

In this episode, recorded on the way to a cup game, I break down five practical, no-nonsense strategies for enjoying a rugby night out without ending up blitzed, dehydrated, or drowning in beer fear the next day.

We cover:

• How to prep smartly before a social

• Choosing quality over quantity with your drinks

• Eating, hydrating, and pacing yourself like an athlete

• Setting up your post-night-out care package

• And how to handle the morning after without guilt or self-punishment

If you want to enjoy the fun, connection, and chaos of rugby socials and still feel human the day after, this one’s for you.

I also share details about the last 1:1 coaching space I have available for December for players who want support with balancing rugby, training, and life. For more details contact me @laurapeerlesscoaching

Tune in, take notes, and enjoy your socials without sabotaging your performance.