In this episode, Coach G (Gurthro Steenkamp) breaks down five powerful lessons the Springboks taught us in their performance against France — lessons that every player and coach can apply immediately.📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecDrawing from firsthand conversations with players, coaches, and former teammates at Stade de France, we dive into the mindset, decision-making, and on-field behaviours that separated the Boks on the day.Why emotion alone won’t win you Test matchesThe Red Card Mindset and how elite teams stay calm with 14 menWhat real team sacrifice looks like (inside Siya Kolisi’s 100th test)How the Boks played to their strengths when it mattered mostThe Next Job Mindset that keeps players in the fight after mistakesThis episode was recorded live during a session inside my Coach G Level Up community — where players and coaches join weekly to learn, grow, and sharpen their rugby IQ.If you’d like to be part of those weekly breakdowns, you can find the link in the description or DM me the word “community” on Instagram.00:00 Introduction and Community Engagement01:31 Key Lessons from the Springbok Game03:44 The Role of Emotion in Performance06:06 Understanding the Red Card Mindset08:53 Team Sacrifice and Individual Roles11:45 Playing to Your Strengths15:32 Staying in the Fight18:47 Q&A and Community InteractionFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcastFollow Coach G on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp
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Building Trust, Toughness & Team Culture in High-Performance Rugby : Stephan du Toit:
In this Lessons from the Game episode, Coach G (Gurthro Steenkamp) talks with Steph du Toit (La Rochelle S&C coach) about how to build player trust, manage different personalities, and develop true high-performance habits.📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecSteph opens up about lessons learned from Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber, the secrets behind elite conditioning, and how caring, honesty, and participation earn player respect.Perfect for rugby coaches, players, and performance-driven professionals.00:00 – The Blueprint for Success01:09 – Welcome & Episode Setup05:53 – Stormers’ Winning Recipe09:00 – What Hasn’t Changed Since 200711:15 – Season Planning (Pre/In/Off)14:06 – Measuring Progress That Matters16:01 – What “Coachable” Really Means20:36 – Advice to Coaches: Prep & Ethics32:18 – Training Without a Gym36:02 – Scrum-Strong: Key Lifts & Mobility42:30 – How Much Scrum Time Is Enough?57:04 – Setbacks & Mindset ResetFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcastFollow Coach G on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp
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France vs South Africa: Revenge or Reality?
Short-form preview of France vs South Africa with Coach G and French agent Damien Dussault. 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecWe explore whether this is truly a “revenge” match, how France metabolised the RWC 2023 exit, and why controlled emotion + clear systems will decide it. Key focus areas: aerial contest, ruck speed, discipline, and set piece—plus players to watch (Ramos, Ntamack, Fickou, Bok back three, Marx & co.).If you enjoy this pod, follow, rate, and share with a teammate.Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcastFollow Coach G on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp
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Life Is a Team Game: Inside 25 Years of South African Rugby with Simnikiwe Xabanisa
Veteran sports writer Simnikiwe Xabanisa joins Gurthro Steenkamp to reflect on 25 years of South African rugby, the lessons he’s learned from covering the Springboks, and why he believes that “life is a team game.”📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecThis episode dives deep into the evolution of the Boks, the media’s changing role, and the mindset that defines great teams and great people. It’s a conversation about truth, resilience and connection — on and off the field.ChaptersTotally—here’s a tighter set (12 chapters) you can paste straight into YouTube/Spotify:00:00 – Cold open: “Life is a team game”01:36 – Intro & why Sim’s here07:17 – SA Rugby’s evolution: 2000s to Rassie22:16 – How player access & media changed27:57 – What a rugby journalist really does (context > clicks)35:26 – Coaching, performance & integrity (scrum “cheat codes”)44:40 – Why the Boks keep winning: continuity, depth, transformation56:09 – The rise of Sasha Feinberg-Mngomezulu58:14 – France vs Springboks: rivalry, emotion, stakes01:06:51 – Habits behind a 25-year journalism career01:14:22 – Setback to comeback: Sim’s toughest years01:28:06 – Closing thoughts & what’s nextFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcastFollow Coach G on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp
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How Ireland Finally Beat the All Blacks – Andrew Trimble’s Inside Story
In this episode, Andrew Trimble shares what it took for Ireland to finally beat the All Blacks in Chicago 2016.📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaecFrom the belief built under Joe Schmidt to the leadership of Sexton & Rory Best, Trimble opens up about the preparation, pressure, and defining moments that changed Irish rugby forever.A must-listen for rugby fans and players ahead of another epic Ireland-All Blacks clash.Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcastFollow Coach G on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp
Hosted by Gurthro Steenkamp , this podcast dives into performance, mindset, and resilience. With insights from athletes, coaches, and leaders, we explore the lessons rugby teaches about success—both on and off the field.
Perfect for rugby enthusiasts, coaches, and anyone seeking inspiration to elevate their game and life.
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