Elite Rugby SandC

Today on the podcast ACT Brumbies hooker Lachlan "Noss" Lonergan joins me for a chat. Noss plays for the ACT Brumbies in the Super Rugby competition. He made his Super Rugby debut in 2020 and has played 46 matches so far. In 2021, Noss made his Wallabies debut to become Wallaby no. 942 and has played 8 test matches so far. On todays episode we discuss: * Injury Update * Brumbies Academy...

Today on the podcast High Performance S&C Coach Clint Hill joins me for a chat. Clint has been coaching for over 25-years as a S&C Coach! Clint currently works for the West Harbour Pirates in the Shute Shield rugby union competition. Prior to this role, Clint has worked in Super Rugby with the Highlanders and also worked for the West Tigers in the NRL. On todays episode we discuss: * Shute...

Today on the podcast coach Ben joins me for our first chat. On this episode we talk about: Tight-Head Props Kicking at Training Core Training In-Season Rugby Random Questions This was a fantastic episode and I just want to thank Ben again for joining me on the podcast! Become a BEAST!!! Are you looking for a Strength and Conditioning Program designed for Rugby Union, Rugby League or Rugby Sevens?...

Today on the podcast Wallabies and Brumbies lock Nick Frost joins me for a chat. Nick made his Super Rugby debut for the Brumbies in 2020 and has racked up over 50 games so far. In 2022, Nick made his Wallabies debut against England to become Wallaby no. 953! On this episode we talk about: * Brumbies Culture * Wallabies * S&C Training * Lineouts * And Much More! his was a fantastic episode and...

Today on the podcast Brumbies and Wallabies lock Cadeyrn Neville joins me for a chat.   Cadeyrn made his debut for the Rebels back in 2012 and has gone on to play over 100 super rugby games. Cadeyrn made his debut for the Wallabies last year in 2022 and has represented Australia in 8 test matches so far.  On this episode we talk about:  2023 Super Rugby Season Rugby Journey Lineout Attack & De...

Today on the podcast strength and conditioning coach Matt Buchanan joins me for a chat. Matt is an accredited level 2 strength and conditioning coach and has been working in the field for several years now. Matt currently works with West Harbour Rugby Union Club specialising in colts rugby (under 20s). Matt also works at Kings school in Sydney working with student athletes. On this episode we talk...

Today on the podcast dual rugby athlete Joe Tomane joins me for a chat. Joe made his NRL debut for the Melbourne Storm in 2008 and played 32 games in the NRL before switching over to rugby union. Joe played 67 games for the Brumbies in the Super Rugby and played 17 games for the Wallabies. Joe moved over to the Northern Hemisphere to contiune playing rugby, where he played for Montpellier, Leinste...

Today on the podcast coach Ben joins me for our first chat for 2024! On this episode we talk about: Strength & Conditioning Coaching Advice Pre-Season Successful Coaching Environments Random Questions This was a fantastic episode and I just want to thank Ben again for joining me on the podcast! Become a BEAST!!! Are you looking for a Strength and Conditioning Program designed for Rugby Union,...

Today on the podcast senior athletic performance coach of the West Tigers, Alex Clarke joins me for a chat. Alex has a wealth of knowledge and coaching experience across multiple sports. Prior to working with the West Tigers, Alex has worked with the Cronulla Sharks, St George Dragons, Brisbane Lion and Hawthorn Hawks. On this episode we talk about: S&C For Rugby League Coaching Advice Advice...

Today on the podcast West Tigers Athletic Development & Rehab Coach Graeme Morris joins me for a chat.   Prior to working with the West Tigers, Graeme worked with the Newtown Jets and Western Suburbs Magpies. Graeme has been a coach for many years now and has a wealth of knowledge and experience.  On this episode we talk about:  Coaching Journey S&C For Rugby League Advice For Pre-Season &...

Today on the podcast former Aussie rugby sevens superstar Alicia Lucas joins me for a chat. Alicia made her debut for Australia in 2013 and went on to play 10-years at the top level. Alicia won gold at the 2016 Olympic Games with the Aussie 7s Women’s Team. Prior to playing rugby 7s, Alicia represented Australia in Touch Footy! Now retired from rugby, Alicia is now onto the next part of her life,...

Today on the podcast NRL Head Coach Anthony Seibold joins me for a chat. On this episode we talk about: Manly Sea Eagles NRL Coaching Advice Strength & Conditioning Rugby Union This was a fantastic episode and I just want to thank Anthony again for joining me on the podcast! Become a BEAST!!! Are you looking for a Strength and Conditioning Program designed for Rugby Union, Rugby League or Rugb...

Today on the podcast Coach Ben joins me for a chat. On this episode we talk about: NRLW Season Off-Season Training Coaching Advice This was a fantastic episode and I just want to thank Ben again for joining me on the podcast! Become a BEAST!!! Are you looking for a Strength and Conditioning Program designed for Rugby Union, Rugby League or Rugby Sevens? Take your game to the next level and sign up...

Today on the podcast Queensland Reds Captain and Backrower Liam Wright joins me for a chat. Liam made his debut for the Reds in 2018 and has played 69 super rugby games so far for the club. Liam has played 5 test matches for the Wallabies, making his debut against the All Blacks. On this episode we talk about: Injury Update Off-Season Training Backrower Advice Reds Leadership Strength & Condit...

Today on the podcast Wallabies and Brumbies Captain Allan Alaalatoa joins me for a chat.   Allan is the current captain for the ACT Brumbies and has played 124 games so far for the club. Allan made his test match debut for the Wallabies in 2016 and has represtened in Wallabies 66 tests. In 2022, Allan became Australia's 85th captain for the Wallabies.  On this episode we talk about: Injury Upd...

Today on the podcast Brumbies Assistant Coach Rod Seib joins me for a chat.   Rod has spent the last 3-years with Brumbies rugby and also in charge of the Australia A team over the last 2-years. Prior to this, Rod was the head coach at Queensland Reds Academy, Queensland Country in the NRC and Brothers Rugby.    On this episode we talk about:  2023 Super Rugby Season Coaching Journey Backline Atta...

Today on the podcast athletic performance coach Jared Hoare joins me for a chat.   Jared has spent 5+ years working in the NRL with the Cowboys and Rabbitohs. Jared just finished up with the u19s QLD state of Origin team, which he has worked with for 3-years. Prior to working in the NRL, Jared spend 3 years in the USA with Florida Atlantic University.    On this episode we talk about:  Coaching Jo...

Today on the podcast Ben joins me for a chat. On this episode we talk about: * Rehab Advice * How to Stay Fit * S&C Training When Injured * Prevent Re-Injury * Bad Rehab Advice This was a fantastic episode and I just want to thank Ben again for joining me on the podcast! Become a BEAST!!! Are you looking for a Strength and Conditioning Program designed for Rugby Union, Rugby League or Rugby Se...

Today on the podcast professional footballer Lauren Keir joins me for a chat. Lauren plays for the Western Sydney Wanderers in the A-League competition in Australia! On this episode we talk about: * A-League * Bounce Back From injury * S&C Training * Teammates & Culture * Advice From Football This was a fantastic episode and I just want to thank Lauren again for joining me on the podcast!...

Today on the podcast recently retired professional rugby athlete Iliseva Batibasaga joins me for a chat. Illy played 26 games Wallaroos, played in multiple world cups and has represented the Wallaroos over 16-years. Illy plays for the Waratahs in the Super W and won multiple championship titles. Illy still plays club rugby for Sydney Uni and loves the game of rugby! On this episode we talk about:...

Today on the podcast S&C Coach Justin Blee joins me for a chat. Justin is a Strength and Conditioning Coach currently working for St Kevin's College Toorak (Australia). Justin spent 5-years working with the Melbourne Rebels in the Academy & Pathway system, where he spent majority of his time as Head of Athletic Performance. On this episode we talk about: * Justin's Journey to Coach...

Today on the podcast Professor Shona Halson joins me for a chat. Professor Halson is the Deputy Director at the SPRINT Research Centre (Australian Catholic University). Shona's area of expertise in research are sleep, recovery, overtraining, and travel/jetlag. Prior to working at ACU, Shona spent over 15-years at the AIS as the Head Recovery Physiologist and lead three Olympic campaigns with t...

Today on the podcast Shute Shield rugby athlete Harry Burey joins me for a chat. Harry plays and captains the Northern Suburbs in the Sydney Shute Shield. Harry plays anywhere in the back line, lately inside centre, and has played over 100-games for Norths. On this episode we talk about: * Harry's rugby journey * Playing inside backs * Strength and Conditioning * Shute Shield Rugby * What make...

Today on the podcast former club rugby athlete Ben Johnston joins me for a chat. Ben played for the Canberra Royals in the John I Dent Cup for 18-years. During his career, Ben played in many rugby 7s and rugby 10s tournaments around Australia and the world. On this episode we talk about: * Ben's Journey * Playing Club Rugby * S&C Training * Winning Premierships * What Makes a Good Teammate...

Today on the podcast NRL Athletic Performance Coach Nathan Kiely joins me for a chat. Nathan currently works for the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL. Nathan is the rehabilitation & speed coach for the Broncos. Prior to this role, Nathan worked with NSW cricket. On this episode we talk about: * Nathan's Journey * Working in the NRL * In-Season Programming * Speed Training * Advice for Athletes...