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Game-planning for natural weaknessesSir Graham Henry suggests that a plan can start with the identification of what he calls ‘natural weaknesses’ in the opponent.
Leading analyst Nick Bishop, looks at one of the foremost among those weaknesses is the transition area between the last forward and the first back in the defensive line.
The prospect of the Six Nations never fails to lift the gloomThe prospect of the Six Nations never fails to lift the gloom that can descend as quickly as the sun at this time of year in the northern hemisphere.
What are the challenges facing each coach and who will bolster their CV with a Six Nations title? Who will take a step nearer the exit?
Leading writer Graham Jenkins looks at the respective coaches prospects.
Reviewing the Autumn International - Part 2Looking at each team in isolation does not give a true reflection on their realistic performance, only a perception of performance.
Read part 2 of the autumn international review by Gainline Analytics.
Coaches must lead quest to change collision cultureA spate of dismissals have hogged the headlines in recent weeks, and often divided opinion, with referees determined to underline World Rugby’s commitment to player welfare and eliminate dangerous play. Leading writer Graham Jenkins looks at what’s behind the actions and who is to lead the behaviour change.
Why the Celts are rising again in the European Champions CupIt appeared to be all over for the Celtic Nations when the Heineken Cup morphed into the European Champions Cup in October 2014. However that does not appear the case in 2016. Leading analyst Nick Bishop looks at the Celt revival led by Glasgow Warriors.
Perception versus reality regarding Wales’ performance during the Autumn InternationalsLooking at each team in isolation does not give a true reflection on their realistic performance, only a perception of performance.
In part 1 of the autumn international review, Gainline Analytics look at understanding the power of perception and the first step in understanding a team’s actual ability to perform.
Why England are reaching a winning consensusDwight D. Eisenhower once defined leadership as “the art of getting someone to do something you want done because he wants to do it”. Leading analyst Nick Bishop illustrates how Eddie Jones seems to have cultivated this art with his English charges, and the players who are clearly thriving on the responsibility.
Argentina still on the rise after a massive yearAs the dust settles on an historic year for Argentina rugby that saw their introduction into Super Rugby, Argentina Rugby Union general manager Greg Peters chats to Graham Jenkins about the challenges they have faced on and off the pitch.
The importance of restartsWith the current trend towards high-scoring games, leading analyst Nick Bishop looks at how own-ball kick-offs have effectively become a third attacking set-piece.
Two-stepping your way out of trouble!How do teams beat aggressive high line-speed defences? Leading analyst Nick Bishop looks at the development of high-quality skills to beat an opponent in the tightest of spaces.
Premiership Rugby – Predicting Future Performance Part 2Ex Wallaby and Gainline Analytics founder Ben Darwin has ‘done the numbers’ on what creates team success. Ben highlight’s why money does not necessarily buy team success – part 2.
The Art of Selection & the Soldier Field meltdownThe All Blacks selectors get very few things wrong. So what went wrong in Chicago? Leading rugby analyst Nick Bishop investigates.
All Blacks in Pursuit of Ongoing ExcellenceWhat motivates this All Black team to unparalleled success? Records or the pursuit of excellence? Leading rugby writer Graham Jenkins considers the question in his latest article.
English Premiership – Predicting Future PerformanceEx Wallaby and Gainline Analytics founder Ben Darwin has ‘done the numbers’ on what creates team success. Ben highlight’s why money does not necessarily buy team success.
Chopping them down to sizeThe chop or cut tackle remains one of the most effective defensive devices, particularly against heavy ball-carries close to the previous breakdown. Read all about it in Nick’s latest article.
Planes de sesión TRSEl Director de contenido de TRS, Ben Herring, ha desarrollado una serie de planes de sesión que hará mucho más sencillo su papel como entrenadores.
Coaches get the boot. It’s a fact of life.A team fails and the coach gets fired – an unfortunate reality of professional sporting team life. Leading writer, Graham Jenkins reflects on a coach’s ability to bounce back from a career setback.
Offloading from kick receiptsThe success at the top level can often be measured by player’s capacity to offload in contact, accurately and under control. Leading analyst Nick Bishop looks Israel Folau’s ability in this area and how it relates to Gregor Townsend’s Offloading & Continuity module.
TRS Session PlansTRS Rugby Content Manager Ben Herring has developed a series of session plans to make your coaching role that much easier.
From Preparation to ExecutionExpert analyst Nick Bishop explains how The Professor – Wayne Smith’s modules translate from the training ground to on field success at the highest level.
Olympics makes lasting impressionLeading writer Graham Jenkins looks at the effect of Rio’s Olympics Rugby 7s competitions, the highlights and opportunities it hopefully presents for the game.
Is Joe Moody's All Black's long term replacement for Tony WoodcockOur rugby analyst Nick Bishop, takes an indepth look at Joe Moody’s recent loosehead scrummaging performance for the ABs.
How to put the super back into Super Rugby?How successful has this year’s expanded super competition been? Graham Jenkins reflects on the merits of its expansion and future.
Chiefs Support PlayNick’s latest article on Support Play and it’s processes follows Wayne Smiths coaching module.
Wily Jones yet to put a foot wrongEngland rugby revival in the past 12 months has been Lazarus-like and leading writer Graham Jenkins looks at Eddie Jones’ central role in this revival.
Fine margins at No.7 – the two halves of Sam Cane in the 3rd TestThe margins between winning and losing Test matches are very fine, and nowhere is this axiom truer than in the actions and decision-making of the open-side flanker. This week Nick Bishop reflects on Sam Cane’s 3rd test performance as he steps up as Richie McCaw’s No.7 replacement.
How did Eddie Jones unlock Wales?Eddie Jones is coaching England against Australia but leading rugby analyst Nick Bishop shows how his Attack off 9 module unlocks Wales’ defence in recent matches.
How does England combat the Wallabies' 1-3-3-1 attack shapeOn the eve of England’s 2nd test in Melbourne, Murray Kinsella look’s at how England need to shut down the Wallabies’ attack.
What's Eddies SecretWhat is the secret to Eddie Jones’ coaching success? The Rugby Site’s Ben Herring investigates in this week’s article.
Lessons from Eden Park - Conrad SmithLeading rugby analyst, Nick Bishop explains how the use of basic hands and the miss-pass, (as shown in the 2nd module of Conrad Smith’s series) both had a key role to play in two of the All Blacks’ tries against Wales at Eden Park.
