The RUGBY LEAGUE COACH Podcast

Get a pen and paper or your phone notes ready - this episode is jam-packed with coaching content, and also analyses the coaching lessons from the Origin series of 2025!   Level up your coaching game with Episode 136 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!     Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au and author of Rugby League Coach - new book OUT NOW!  ➡️Lee has coached at NRL clubs, Wor...

Ashes Rugby League preparations in Australia and England are not proving easy. Join Lee Addison and John Davidson for analysis, news, interviews with guests, history lessons and lots more every fortnight to help whet your appetite for the 2025 series between England and Australia! Ashes Rugby League is a podcast dedicated to previewing the most anticipated international series in two decades!  Lee...

In this episode, Lee discusses the common traits that are on show in failing teams and clubs.    Also, we look at the poor tactical battle in State of Origin this year, plus the importance of certain attributes for players and a team to be successful.   Lee also discusses issues for coaches in the professional and community game by answering many of your questions!   Level up your coaching game wi...

Selwyn Cobbo has been sidelined by the Brisbane Broncos for 2026 The media is now full of stories suggesting Cobbo has some sort of commitment problem.   How much of it is true and how much of it is Brisbane trying to justify their decision? What can coaches learn from this episode? Host Lee takes a huge dive into this issue and many others on this latest edition of The Rugby League Coach Podcast!...

Get excited about the upcoming Ashes Rugby League series in this latest episode of Ashes Rugby League Podcast! In this episode.....   Mal Meninga – is he a big loss for the Kangaroos? State of Origin – how is that impacting things? Victor Radley concussions a concern for England Who will be hooker and fullback for England? Arise Sir Billy Boston! And a look back at the 1997 Super League Test Serie...

 In this episode of The Rugby League Coach Podcast, what you prioritise as a coach is what your players will display and Lee highlights this issue, talking about how this has also been addressed historically in the game.    He also asks, have coaching methods moved on much from the 1980’s and 1990’s?   He also discusses issues for coaches in the professional and community game by answering many of...

It’s a Rep Coaching special!     In this episode, Lee goes into detail about specific advice for rep coaching and indeed all coaches at a time when there are many representative games taking place all over Australia, including the Origin series. He also discusses issues for coaches in the professional and community game by answering many of your questions!   Level up your coaching game with Episod...

Delve into the upcoming Ashes Rugby League series in this episode of Ashes Rugby League Podcast! Marcus Vassilakopoulos has played two games against the all-conquering Kangaroo tourists – and they were ten years apart!   The first was in 1994, when he played for Leeds as an 18-year-old, against the likes of Mal Meninga, Alfie Langer and Laurie Daley, in the days when Australia still played club si...

In this episode, Lee goes into detail about: Queensland’s Origin selections for game two.  Why it is better to have no coach at all than a bad one The importance of being in sync with others in your club Crowds in the UK Slide defence   He also discusses issues for coaches in the community game plus PLENTY MORE!   Level up your coaching game with Episode 131 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    ...

In this BONUS episode of The Rugby League Coach POdcast, the first of a two-part series, Lee Addison of  www.rugbyleaguecoach.com.au explains why poor defensive tactics cost Queensland hugely in game one of Origin 2025.    Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year career    This is also available on the YouTube channel Rugby League Coach Become a su...

Billy Slater got it HORRIBLY WRONG! In this episode, Lee goes into detail about the tactical ploys (or lack of them) from Billy Slater in Origin One which saw Queensland rolled by New South Wales. He also discusses issues for coaches in the community game plus PLENTY MORE!   Level up your coaching game with Episode 130 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!       Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyl...

Hosts Lee Addison and Johnny Davidson once again delve into the upcoming Ashes Rugby League series in this episode of Ashes Rugby League Podcast! We hear from England wing Tommy Makinson on his chances of representing England this year. The boys also discuss the key issues which can impact the 2025 series, the one-off test in 2002 that went badly for the British and bad behaviour from players on A...

Coaching Rep Footy is a VERY unique skill   Some of the apparently ‘best coaches in the game’ have struggled in rep environments, while others with limited domestic success in the bank, have thrived.    In this episode, Lee discusses the unique aspects associated with coaching rep football and fills this podcast with tips for those carrying the clipboard. Plus PLENTY MORE!     Level up your coachi...

We’ve missed the ASHES for 22 years ! 🏉You don’t want to miss the next one - it’s the most anticipated international series in decades 🔥 -Rugby League Coach is hosting an Ashes Tour to the UK 🇬🇧 This bonus podcast inludes an interview with travel agent Phil Rae It’s the BEST VALUE tour you will find 💯 The hotels are excellent, all internal transport is covered and there will be plenty of rugby...

 In this episode, Lee discusses the role of half backs and why it is often misunderstood.   He also discusses coaching in fight or flight mode, the importance of building pressure in the game, more terrible stories of incompetent game administrators plus PLENTY MORE!     Level up your coaching game with Episode 128 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!     Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguec...

In this episode of Ashes Rugby League Podcast, hosts Lee Addison and Johnny Davidson once again delve into the upcoming Ashes Rugby League series/ Lee is in the studio (apologies for occasional sound mishap) whilst John has been out there getting the interviews.   He chats with Bevan French of Wigan, a man linked with representing England, and former Great Britian prop Terry O'Connor. We also rele...

In this episode, Lee discusses technical and tactical patterns he has seen in the community game recently.   He also discusses why the hip drop is confusing everybody and answers many of your coaching questions!     Level up your coaching game with Episode 127 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!       Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  and author of Rugby League Coach - new bo...

In this episode, Lee Addison is interviewed by former Canterbury Bulldogs, St George Illawarra and Redcliffe Dolphins player Taylor Brown! Level up your coaching game with Episode 126 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!   ➡️Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26 year career Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-...

In this episode of Ashes Rugby League Podcast, hosts Lee Addison and Johnny Davidson delve into the upcoming Ashes Rugby League series, discussing the implications of Dom Young's recent drop from the Sydney Roosters and its potential impact on England's squad. They explore Australia's depth in the fullback position, the challenges England face, and the influence of Rugby Union turning professional...

 In this episode, Lee once again gives a brief overview of his thoughts on the NRL. We look at the danger of over coaching and why coaching is not all about X’s and O’s. We also share some other tips including answers to your coaching questions as well as our continual raising of issues that impact us in the community game.      It’s time to level up your coaching game with Episode 125 of the Rugb...

The Rugby League Coach Podcast, where we break down the X’s and O’s of the greatest game of all!    In this episode, Lee gives a brief overview of the NRL, we look at coaching play books, the role of halves and why teams often lose the ball from a set after a kick off!  We also share some other tips including answers to your coaching questions    It’s time to level up your coaching game with Episo...

Ashes Rugby League is a podcast dedicated to previewing the most anticipated international series in two decades!  Join Lee Addison and John Davidson for analysis, news, interviews with guests, history lessons and lots more to help whet your appetite for the 2025 series between England and Australia! Lee is an Englishman who has coached at NRL clubs and lived in Australia a LONG time.   John is an...

The Rugby League Coach Podcast, where we break down the X’s and O’s of the greatest game of all!     Whether you’re coaching juniors taking their first steps or you’re working with elite professionals, this is your one-stop free resource for practical coaching insights, tactical analysis, and the latest developments in rugby league coaching methodology.   In this week’s episode, we dive deep into...

  On this week's Rugby League Coach Podcast....     🏉How to make good coaching, GREAT!   🏉Why the Rugby League Ashes is a great rugby league study for coaches   🏉 How to trial and train under 12’s in a representative scenario   🏉 EVEN MORE shocking junior transfer and dodgy trial tales….   All this and MORE on the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach....

On this week's Rugby League Coach Podcast....  a big focus on ATTACK, plus.... 🏉Why our players are past breaking point     🏉 How the game and our coaching has evolved to where it is now   🏉 The influence of the 1982 Kangaroos on our game to this day     🏉 Yet more shocking junior transfer and dodgy trial tales….   All this and MORE on the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison,...