Listen "#11 Charlie Hodgson: Pressure, Culture, and the Making of Rugby Buddy"
Episode Synopsis
Former England fly-half and Premiership points record holder Charlie Hodgson joins Luca to unpack the mind behind elite performance. Charlie traces his rapid rise at Sale, culture shock (and growth) at Saracens, and why positive, values-led reviews beat the Monday “hairdryer.” He reflects honestly on international rugby’s ruthlessness, injuries that shaped his England journey, and the psychology of goal-kicking when the posts feel like they’re shrinking.Now building Rugby Buddy, Charlie shares how group coaching helps young players handle selection stress, social media pressure, and setbacks—while developing life skills they can use far beyond the pitch. Practical takeaways include effort standards, grounding techniques under pressure, and creating team buy-in that lasts.
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