SPORT players in the sport and in Australia, developing a clear pathway to Super Rugby, Sevens and Wallabies Level for these athletes. Jayson Brewer is our National Coach Development Manager who identifies and runs our National Performance Coach program (Level 3). I work with him in identifying coaches and provide support and resources for coaches in the system. He is working on a number of levels of professional development for coach development. Over to you, Jayson.
COACH PATHWAYS By Jayson Brewer As part of my role I am responsible for leading and delivering strategic initiatives to support, educate and identify rugby coaches from grassroots to elite levels in Australia. I work closely with key stakeholders including Super Rugby Clubs and State Unions with an emphasis on communication, consultation and collaboration. From an early age my passion for coaching and working with athletes was strong. Having been a Director of Sport and Physical Education, I am well aware of the challenges that face learning and development across a variety of levels. I spent several seasons coaching with South Sydney Rugby League and really enjoyed the experience. At the time, I was at the crossroads, deciding my own coaching pathway. I am really keen to keep developing others but do also love the feeling of a team environment. Having played for Randwick Rugby, NSW Waratahs Academy and South Sydney while growing up, I have seen the game change across both codes. Players are bigger, faster, and even the learning methods have evolved ‘for good or bad’ over a number of years. Good quality coaches though will always have the athlete at the centre of all programs, from relationship development to communication and wellbeing. Our role as coaches is very simple – some coaches just get it, while others need further support and development. This is why we continue to develop and refine our www.coachinglife.com.au
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