Rusty Earnshaw

TopicsRecap of 2024 Rugby Development SummitRusty introduced games like 50-22, Rondo, and the banking gameHeadband technique helped make players feel seen and improved team dynamicsEmphasis on problem-solving and giving players autonomy in decision-makingCoaches maintained contact with Rusty throughout the year, extending learningRusty's Recent Coaching ExperiencesTraveled extensively: Iceland, Boston, Spain, Vancouver Island, Seattle, AmsterdamUpcoming engagements: Coaches Voice Conference (Vegas), Women in Rugby Conference (Denver)Implemented games like "Park the Bus" successfully in recent coaching sessionsPlans for 2025 Rugby Development SummitIntroduction of "Park the Bus" game, which focuses on defensive strategies in the 22-meter areaContinued emphasis on coaching communication skills (e.g., 4-level framework: name, action, timing, visual cues)Focus on coaching individuals within team settingsExploration of "ball out of play" skills and match-day coaching techniquesRugby NorCal UpdatesSolidified position as largest state youth governing body in the countryHiring staff for competition managementWorking to professionalize and improve the spectacle of rugby eventsNext StepsFinalize agenda for 2025 Rugby Development SummitCoordinate with St. Mary's Gaels rugby team for demonstrationsRusty to prepare "Park the Bus" game and other new coaching techniquesEncourage coaches to register at RugbySummit.com for the 2025 event worldrugbyshop.comrugbynorcal.orggoffrugbyreport.com