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Praise the Effort: Irene Gardner on Coaching

Praise the Effort: Irene Gardner on Coaching

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In this conversation, Irene Gardner shares her journey from playing basketball to discovering rugby in college, eventually representing the national team.

In this conversation, Irene Gardner shares her journey from playing basketball to discovering rugby in college, eventually representing the national team. She discusses her transition into coaching, the importance of nutrition in sports, and her commitment to youth development through the Legends Rugby Academy. Irene emphasizes the significance of mental skills in sports, creating a supportive coaching environment, and the role of family in her journey. She offers advice for aspiring coaches and reflects on her personal growth and the impact of her experiences on her coaching philosophy.

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In this conversation, Irene Gardner shares her journey from playing basketball to discovering rugby in college, eventually representing the national team. She discusses her transition into coaching, the importance of nutrition in sports, and her commitment to youth development through the Legends Rugby Academy. Irene emphasizes the significance of mental skills in sports, creating a supportive coaching environment, and the role of family in her journey. She offers advice for aspiring coaches and reflects on her personal growth and the impact of her experiences on her coaching philosophy.

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