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Cheika inspires Waratahs to historic Super Rugby victoryWith the NSW Waratahs’ victory in the Super Rugby final, Michael Cheika is now the first coach to have captured the most-prized domestic titles in both the southern and northern hemispheres.
Graham Jenkins looks at how Cheika’s unconventional approach and management team turned around the ailing franchise.
German lessons from the 'other' World CupGermany showed at the FIFA World Cup that they are the world’s best football team. Graham Jenkins looks at what RWC contenders can learn from the success of coach Joachim Löw and Die Mannschaft
Top coaches travel far and wide to learn from other sportsGood coaches never stop learning, and the off-season gives a coach good opportunities to take on fresh thinking from other codes. Graham Jenkins looks at where some of the UK’s top rugby coaches are finding expert advice – and in some cases, hiring the experts themselves.
Will money talk in Super Rugby expansion debate?Singapore or Japan? Graham Jenkins tries to predict which country will be chosen as the first Asian Super Rugby franchise.
Rugby in English schools: still an elitist sportWill English rugby ever shake its elitist reputation? Should the RFU do more to increase playing opportunities at state schools?
England let their standards slipEngland’s first half fiasco against the All Blacks brought home some unpleasant truths to Stuart Lancaster and his team. Graham Jenkins reflects on the final test in Hamilton.
England are close....Hallers’ views on the issues England must address: not being afraid to take risks in attack, and the choice of number 10.
Time to put the lab coats away?England came close again in the second Test against New Zealand, but Graham Jenkins says Tuilagi needs to play a central role in England’s midfield.
The Confidence Gap?As an under-strength England side came close to victory over the All Blacks in Auckland, Graham Jenkins says Steve Hansen has confidence in his players to make the right decisions and take their chances on the pitch.
New Player Access PlanThe Rugby Site now offers a 6 video Player Access Plan, to allow players to choose and watch relevant videos.
