EP15: Harrison Trains - Growing Rugby from the Grassroots, Harrison Gould

About this episode

Harrison Gould discusses improving grassroots rugby through effective coaching and community building.

Follow Harrison here - https://www.instagram.com/harrisontrains/ Harrison Trains is a rugby coach and grassroots advocate on a mission to improve grassroots rugby from the ground up. In this episode, we dive into simple, effective ways to level up your game — from rugby training tips and nutrition advice to building better habits that actually translate onto the pitch. Harrison shares his approach to rugby coaching , why overcomplicating things is holding players back, and how focusing on the basics can drive real rugby development . We also explore the importance of player retention , strong rugby community environments, and how coaches can create cultures that keep people in the game long-term. On top of that, we get into how Harrison has built his presence through social media rugby content , using it to educate, grow his brand, and reach more players than ever before. If you’re a player, coach, or just someone who cares about the future of rugby culture , this episode is packed with practical insights you can actually use.

People in this episode

Guest: Harrison Gould

Topics covered

• grassroots rugby
• rugby coaching
• player retention
• nutrition advice
• social media in sports

Keywords

• rugby training
• coaching tips
• player development
• rugby culture
• social media

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Instagram

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