EPISODE · Nov 28, 2025 · 30 MIN
Charlie Hodgson: The Thinking Game of Playing Fly Half
from Rugby Legends with Arthur Dickins · host Arthur Dickins
Charlie Hodgson joins Arthur to share the real thinking game behind playing fly half at the highest level. From being a nervous nine year old who would not get out of the car, to becoming the Premiership’s all time leading points scorer, Charlie talks through the lessons that shaped him.He explains how confidence grows, how to bounce back after bad games, and why watching full matches matters far more than highlight reels. He also breaks down goal kicking routines, defensive struggles, and what it felt like competing with Jonny Wilkinson for the England ten shirt. Young players will learn simple ideas they can use straight away in their own rugby.Charlie also talks honestly about injuries, pressure, expectation and how he learned to trust his own style instead of copying others. His stories give a real look into the mindset needed to enjoy rugby, improve week by week, and deal with mistakes with much less fear.If you want clear advice from one of the smartest tens in English rugby, this episode is full of gold.Email: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/rugbylegends_podcast/TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@rugby.legends.podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0kZnO74lv26gUwcPqJrH99Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rugby-legends-with-arthur-dickins/id1816056223Podcast Website: https://rugbylegends.buzzsprout.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rugby-legends-podcast/
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Charlie Hodgson joins Arthur to share the real thinking game behind playing fly half at the highest level. From being a nervous nine year old who would not get out of the car, to becoming the Premiership’s all time leading points scorer, Charlie talks through the lessons that shaped him. He explains how confidence grows, how to bounce back after bad games, and why watching full matches matters far more than highlight reels. He also breaks down goal kicking routines, defensive struggles, and w...
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