Episode 176 - Bryce Lawrence - Former International Rugby Referee - Head of Training and Education at NZ Rugby

In this conversation, Bryce Lawrence, a former professional rugby referee, shares insights into his journey from childhood to becoming a top referee. He discusses the influence of his family, particularly his father's legacy in refereeing, and the challenges he faced in his career, including the pressures of officiating at elite levels and during significant matches like the Rugby World Cup. Bryce reflects on the importance of mental skills, the need for support systems, and the evolution of refereeing in the context of modern sports. In this conversation, Bryce Lawrence reflects on his experiences as a rugby referee, particularly focusing on the emotional and mental challenges he faced after a controversial game. He discusses the importance of mental health in sports, the lessons learned from failure, and how these experiences shaped his coaching philosophy and current role in community rugby development.Send us Fan MailSupport the showhttps://talkingperformancepod.com/