Will Genia played for the Wallabies (2009-2019) in 110 tests, Queensland Reds (2007-2015), Melbourne Rebels (2018-2019), Stade Francais (2015-2017) and currently Kintetsu Liners in Japan.

We talk about his upbringing in Papua New Guinea, moving away from his family at the age of 12 from PNG to Australia to attend boarding school in Brisbane, the challenges in his life and how he overcame them, the key difference between players who play test level vs super rugby, what helped him to make it to the top level and stay there for so long and much much more.

I’ve listened to this episode several times because I enjoyed the lessons that Will shared.

Will's Instagram: @willgenia 

 

About David Mead

David Mead has played professional rugby league for 13 years. Spending time with other athletes, coaches and football staff has given him great insight into how the sport is played at a high level. He wants to use insights and stories from these people as well as from his experience to inspire and to empower the youth. He believes in "leaving the place better than you found it." This podcast will help him and others do just that. 

Connect with David and follow him on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.mead.94

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidmead411/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidmead411

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mead-7604b986/

Website: www.davidmead.com.au 

Producer: Jason Strozkiy (@strozkiymedia) www.strozkiymedia.com 

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