The Coach G Show

From Paarl to Loftus to the Springboks — Canan Moodie shares the real story behind the rise.📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community -https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708Recorded at Loftus Versfeld, this conversation goes beyond highlights. Canan opens up about pressure, identity, preparation, and the people who kept him grounded while life accelerated fast.In this episode, you’ll hear:How 2019 lit the World Cup dream… and 2023 made it realWhat facing the Haka at Twickenham felt likeThe Springbok call-up that changed everythingGrowing up around drugs and gangsterism — and choosing a different pathThe role his brother and coaches played in his disciplineHis approach to criticism (and why he avoids it entirely)The mindset shift after being left behind before the World CupChapters:00:00 Facing the Haka + Twickenham nerves01:16 Welcome at Loftus + what this episode is about03:19 2019 to 2023: “that’s what dreams are made of”05:03 The Springbok call-up moment07:10 Test debut + Fran Steyn’s words09:33 Growing up in Amstelhof, Paarl11:55 Drugs, gangsterism, and choosing a different path14:17 The brother who kept him grounded16:51 The teacher who helped change his life22:54 What it means to play for the Bulls24:51 COVID year, earning the chance, taking it28:02 Centre vs All Blacks: prep, detail, confidence32:26 The foundation: giving kids a platform36:01 Learning habits from Sia, Jesse and the leaders40:17 His pre-match routine (massage, haircut, chicken alfredo)43:42 The setback before the World Cup + the comeback47:45 Pressure management: ignore noise, stay prepared49:15 Bulls stories and culture passed downFollow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/thecoachgshowFollow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkampFollow The Coach G Show on Spotify, share this with a teammate, and keep building your edge.

France vs Ireland: a big win — but what are people actually saying in France? https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/aboutCoach G sits down with Damien Dussault to translate the French rugby conversation into English: the Jalibert–Dupont–Ramos combo, France’s offload/unstructured identity, standout performers (Guillard, Nouchi, Serin), and the real pressure behind the scenes: Top 14 load + player recovery during the doublon. Plus… the ultimate debate: French meat vs South African meat.

The Top 14 table doesn’t tell the full story — especially when le doublon hits and clubs lose key internationals during the Six Nations window.📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community -https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708Coach G breaks down the current “giants” of French rugby and what’s really driving performance: squad depth, academy pathways, mindset, and how clubs approach home vs away rugby. Toulouse remain the benchmark, Pau and Stade Français are rising fast, and Bordeaux face the brutal challenge of balancing Top 14 pressure with European ambitions.

Modern attack is faster, looser, and more chaotic than ever — and defenses are paying the price. Omar explains how teams can stop the offload chain, kill speed of ball, and why “trench warfare” has returned in elite rugby.📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community -https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708

Why do elite coaches get fired — even when they’re highly respected and successful?📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecIn this episode, Coach G breaks down the deeper reasons behind coaching dismissals, using the Scott Robertson case as a starting point — not for drama, but for understanding.This is a conversation about:Culture vs resultsAlignment between staff, players, and leadershipUnrealistic standards and KPIsWhat happens when a coach loses the locker roomWhy some dynasties last — and others collapseThis episode isn’t about one coach.It’s about high-performance environments, leadership under pressure, and the mistakes that quietly destroy teams from the inside.Whether you’re a coach, player, leader, or operator in any high-performance field, the lessons here apply far beyond rugby.00:00 Introduction to Scott Robinson's Firing01:44 Understanding Performance Standards03:56 Defining Success for the All Blacks05:51 The Concept of Losing the Locker Room09:40 Cultural Dynamics in Rugby Teams11:39 Addressing Deeper Issues in New Zealand Rugby14:15 The Pressure of Coaching at the Highest Level17:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Why does France dominate European rugby?📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecIn this short-form episode, Coach G breaks down the brutal reality of the Top 14, the value French clubs place on the Champions Cup, and why squad depth and academy systems give France a massive edge over the rest of Europe.From Bordeaux’s explosive performance to the sacrifices clubs are willing to make domestically, this episode explains what it really takes to win in Europe — from the inside.Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/thecoachgshowFollow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp

Owen Franks reflects on missing selection for the 2019 Rugby World Cup and the emotional impact it had after a long All Blacks career.📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecIn this short episode, Owen shares why the disappointment hit differently, how he coped by immediately moving on, and why — in hindsight — allowing himself to grieve may have been the healthier choice.An honest conversation about identity, resilience, and the unseen side of elite rugby.Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/thecoachgshowFollow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp