Episode 15: Rusty Earnshaw

Russell (Rusty) Earnshaw is a world leader in the coaching / coach development space. He is a former professional rugby player, representing many clubs and teams including Bath and England 7's. He later went on to coach the England 7's, England U18's and U20's rugby teams.

He is the co-founder of The Magic Academy (www.themagicacademy.co.uk) and currently consults for a number of teams and sporting organisations. He is deeply passionate about coaching, people and sport and is doing hit bit to move things forward. "Help people to help themselves."

A quote from his website - "I like Russell Earnshaw, he treads a fine line between genius and nutcase." He is an innovative thinker who thrives on changing the game and predicting the future. The backs of my ears and stomach muscles hurt after talking with Rusty, due to all the laughing. It was so much fun. 

We chatted about: 

• How to foster an environment of ownership (and why).
• How to develop 'skillful, adaptable players.' 
• Gamification / Video Game Design in the sporting context. 
• Much more...

Find Rusty at The Magic Academy or on Twitter.

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