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Spin Doctors of Union should learn from Pass Masters of LeagueThe spin pass has become the default for union backs. Players such as George Ford and Kyle Eastmond show that a grounding in rugby league often creates a more effective passer
Burgess has everything to proveSam Burgess undoubtedly has the raw talent to represent England but does he have the time to get ready for the 2015 Rugby World Cup?
Is it time for a European Rugby Championship?The case for a European rugby championship and why the global game needs it.
Ah, the rolling maulJosef Schmidt’s Ireland identified Wales’s weaknesses and were relentless in exposing them writes Mark Reason
Six Nations HighlightsHere’s all the highlights from the weekend’s Six Nations action…
Stealing possession in defenceThere are many ways that a side on the defensive can disrupt the breakdown and turn possession over. Murray Kinsella highlights some pertinent examples.
England's defence found wantingBoth England and France showed defensive weakness in Paris. Mark Reason writes that England in particular lacked the necessary defensive work rate to prevent the French from scoring.
England lack killer instinctEngland more than played their part in an epic Six Nations clash with France but crucially it ended in defeat.
No idea who will win the Six Nations but I like IrelandHallers can’t pick a winner in the year’s Six Nations but is
Five coaching calls that could decide the Six NationsAt the top level, big games are decided by fine margins, Graham Jenkins looks at where those margins may lie this year
Coming soon - Mike Friday: Attacking drills & game analysis for 7s rugbyMike Friday and the Kenya 7s team work on the fundamentals of attack – plays, depth, realignment and self-analysis.
Does the RFU have a case to answer?With players leaving the home nations with increasing regularity, Mark Reason questions whether the RFU’s response would stand up in the a European court room.
Leech for the Line‘Leeching’ or ‘latching’ is the act of a support player connecting with the ball carrier to generate more go-forward into contact. Murray Kinsella highlights some examples and key things to consider.
Should coaches help crown the world's best player?The process of awarding talent at the end of a competition is driven by opinion and is never perfect. Graham Jenkins argues that the best just of a player’s performance is the coach. Surely?
The cash or country conundrumToby Flood will miss out on this year’s 6 nations due to his decision to move to France. Graham Jenkins tackles the cash vs. country debate head-on.
Coming Soon - Eric Rush: 7s AttackYou’ve seen Mike Friday’s approach to attacking play in 7s, now here’s how the legendary All Black goes about scoring tries.
Is longevity the secret to success?Should Warren Gatland see out his new contract, he would become the longest serving head coach of all time. Does this increase Wales’s chances of success?
Coming Soon - Mike Friday: 7s Attack PatternsWatch the preview to Mike Friday’s latest video module ‘7s Attack Patterns’
End of year awardsGraham Jenkins selects the people and players of 2013 who deserve recognition
2013 Team of the YearNew Zealand swept all before them this year but how many All Blacks make Graham Jenkins’ Team of the Year?
Coming Soon - Warren Gatland: Clear out (Removing the Threat)Warren Gatland, gives a 25min session on how to remove the opposition threat at the breakdown. This includes clear out technique and progressive drills to improve your chance of winning those all important collisions.
Congratulations to Warren Gatland & Leigh HalfpennyWarren Gatland named ‘Coach of the Year’ and Leigh Halfpenny finished 2nd at the Sports Personality of the Year awards
Coming Soon - Eric Rush: 7s DefenceEric Rush demonstrates how to build a defensive structure for 7s, from scratch.
Europe's loss will cause England painCould the English club’s desire to secure their long-term future have jeopardised long-term future of the game in England?
Kicking CleverThe All Blacks’ have developed kicking skills throughout their backline which allow them to exploit any space or mismatch. Mark Reason discusses how Rugby League’s influence is setting the standard the ABs are following faster than any other union side.
Hemispheres ApartHallers says that the Northern Hemisphere teams still lack the attacking skill to make the World Cup final
Five lessons from the autumn internationalsAs the dust settles on the end of year internationals, Graham Jenkins reflects on what the latest inter-hemisphere clashes have taught us
Looking for MismatchesMurray Kinsella admired the way Quade Cooper and Israel Folau found the weak link in Scotland’s defence and says vision can be taught
