The Lessons From The Game Podcast

The Secret to Building Great Rugby Players (Not Just Great Systems)


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It’s not about systems — it’s about players.

Alan Zondagh shares the mindset behind decades of coaching success: turning “Dopeys” into internationals. With AB Zondagh, he unpacks the Ball Man concept, the Rugby Speedometer, and the balance between structure and creativity in modern attack.


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A must-listen for coaches who want to build smarter, braver, more skillful players — not just patterns.


🎯 Key Takeaways


  • Great coaching = developing better decision-makers

  • The Ball Man model for faster, instinctive attack

  • Why bravery and patience matter in skill acquisition

  • The Speed-Space-Connection framework explained


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The Lessons From The Game PodcastBy Gurthro Steenkamp