Simon Middleton: England's Red Roses World-Cup-Winning Coach on Women's Rugby | Rugby TTL

Simon Middleton on coaching England's Red Roses, the rise of women's rugby and the future of the game.In this episode: coaching the Red Roses; the growth of women's rugby; big moments; what's next.Subscribe on YouTube (youtube.com/@RugbyTTL) · Spotify · Apple Podcasts · rugbyttl.com. ⏱ Add chapters from 00:00.00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement00:28 Simon Middleton's Rugby Journey01:23 Transition to Coaching02:37 Challenges and Triumphs in Coaching03:25 Involvement with England Sevens and Fifteens06:44 Coaching Philosophy and Legacy11:51 Advice for Aspiring Coaches21:54 Women's Rugby and Social Media33:17 Naturally Gifted Players and Coaches38:19 Switching Between Rugby League and Union44:55 The Unique Strengths of Rugby League Players in Union45:19 The Toughness and Work Ethic of Northern Players49:02 The Physical Demands of Rugby League vs. Rugby Union50:38 The Evolution of Rugby Skills and Coaching54:15 Reflecting on the 2022 World Cup Final01:01:18 The Impact of COVID-19 on Rugby Training and Performance01:07:23 Transitioning from Coaching to Consulting01:11:23 The Growth of Women's Rugby Globally01:14:36 The Future of Women's Rugby Competitions01:28:09 Predictions for the 2025 World Cup01:30:04 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes