The head coach of THREE national teams at once | Stephen Lewis
About this episode
Stephen Lewis discusses his unique experience coaching three national rugby teams and the challenges faced by emerging rugby nations.
In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Lewis — the only coach to have led three nationa at once (Guyana, Costa Rica, and Nigeria) on the international stage, and a two-time USA Rugby Coach of the Year. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Tier 2 rugby, Lewis brings a global perspective shaped by building programs from the ground up and competing across diverse rugby landscapes. We dive into his remarkable coaching journey, the challenges and opportunities facing emerging rugby nations, and a candid discussion on World Rugby’s governance of the sevens game. Lewis also shares insight into his work with Elevate Rugby, an innovative platform providing resources, mentorship, and strategic support for coaches at every level of the game. A fascinating conversation with a coach who continues to shape the global rugby conversation. www.elevate-rugby.com X: @AllTheRuckusPod
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