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The RUGBY LEAGUE COACH Podcast hosted by Lee Addison tackles the issues that impact PLAYERS and COACHES in the game of rugby league!

Each episode will give you some coaching tips as well as, we hope, some entertainment and insight!

Lee has coached for over 25 years and at 2 NRL Clubs, 2 World Cups, 3 Elite High Schools and has coached over 60 NRL and Super League players and had incredible coaching success!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
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So Many Coaching Issues!

So Many Coaching Issues!

2026-03-0801:01:02

Rugby League Coach Lee talks about so many coaching issues in this pod, it was hard to give the episode a title that explains it! As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with this episode of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 27-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Nothing Fails Like Success

Nothing Fails Like Success

2026-03-0101:01:45

Rugby League Coach Lee lists the things he will be looking out for in the NRL this season, and gives explanation about one of his favourite quotes... As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with this episode of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 27-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
13 v 13 Training

13 v 13 Training

2026-02-2201:02:06

Lee starts with a passionate speech about something he has heard this week.He also outlines some 13 v 13 training options and we play some of the "Coach Your Best Year Yet" webinar that was held this last week.As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with this episode of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 27-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Where you coach from can influence HUGELY what you see as a coach and how much you influence your team.Lee outlines what and how you should do it, we also talk about tackling and player development systems.As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with this episode of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 27-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Many coaches just accumulate drills, drills and more drills to give to their players, without spending time assessing their ability to develop skills.Coaching, Lee argues, is about observation and CORRECTION of skill execution! As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with this episode of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 27-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Many people want to succeed in rugby league, but not many people know or are willing to do, what it takes.It's what sets the best apart. Rugby League Coach outlines this for you ...very clearly.  As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with this episode of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 27-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Commitment

Commitment

2026-01-2601:00:00

What is commitment and how important is it?How can you attack with your defence?  Why is wrestling a symptom of poor tackling?Host Lee Addison once again outlines in detail, two more  pre-season sessions for juniors and also seniors which coaches can use themselves*....plus much more! As always, have your notebook ready as you'll be given plenty to think about on this pod! Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerYou can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League Coach.  Also head to https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au/*This content is designed to give practicing rugby league coaches advice on how to conduct their training.  Any rugby league training session should be delivered by suitably qualified coaches.  You (the coach) are always responsible for what you do with your players in a training session and Rugby League Coach is indemnified against any injury, illness or misfortune that occurs as a result of your interpretations of the message of this content when conducting a session.  Please ensure this content does not substitute proper, qualified medical advice for players, and take all care when doing activities with them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Host Lee Addison once again outlines in detail, two more  pre-season sessions for juniors and also seniors which coaches can use themselves.*He also talks about some common problems many coaches face that can unravel any team....plus much more! As always, have your notebook ready as you'll be given plenty to think about on this pod! Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerYou can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League Coach.  Also head to https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au/*This content is designed to give practicing rugby league coaches advice on how to conduct their training.  Any rugby league training session should be delivered by suitably qualified coaches.  You (the coach) are always responsible for what you do with your players in a training session and Rugby League Coach is indemnified against any injury, illness or misfortune that occurs as a result of your interpretations of the message of this content when conducting a session.  Please ensure this content does not substitute proper, qualified medical advice for players, and take all care when doing activities with them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Host Lee Addison outlines in detail, two opening pre-season sessions for juniors and also seniors which coaches can use themselves.*He also talks about what we can learn as a sport from the English Premier League (Soccer) and it's tactical evolutions over the years. As always, have your notebook ready as you'll be given plenty to think about on this pod! Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerYou can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League Coach.  Also head to https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au/*This content is designed to give practicing rugby league coaches advice on how to conduct their training.  Any rugby league training session should be delivered by suitably qualified coaches.  You (the coach) are always responsible for what you do with your players in a training session and Rugby League Coach is indemnified against any injury, illness or misfortune that occurs as a result of your interpretations of the message of this content when conducting a session.  Please ensure this content does not substitute proper, qualified medical advice for players, and take all care when doing activities with them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
The Rugby League Coach Podcast is BACK for Season Four! Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au; Lee details a new format for the podcast and some exciting new changes for the podcast in 2026!  As always, have your notebook ready as you'll be given plenty to think about on this pod! Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerYou can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Good coaches are good recruiters!Get some strong tips on how to recruit your best team! Also, not everything old school should be thrown out, but plenty should be! Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  You can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachLee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
If your training is lots of running and not much ball work, you're operating in the dark ages! The host of the Rugby League Coach Podcast explains how you can get teams fit without a traditional fitness 'flogging' that is so common in rugby league.Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  You can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachLee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog! In answer to a listener's question about coaching a smaller side, the host gives the most detailed answer! Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  You can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachLee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
We tend to coach players that are younger than us, and there are a lot of misconceptions about younger generations; that they don't have work ethics and that we can't administer standards in our coaching.This podcast hits hard with the reality of this situation and great advice for coaches.Lee also addresses his recent criticisms of Australia half, Nathan Cleary, and has a message for the haters!   Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  You can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachLee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
Make Training a Lot Better

Make Training a Lot Better

2025-11-1601:00:23

How can you improve others if you're not improving yourself, Coach?Lift the standards in your training and you will lift the standard of others.Luckily for you, there's plenty to advise you in this episode! Rugby League is a simple game overcomplicated by a lot of idiots. Lee on the Rugby League Coach Podcast makes it all sound a heck of a lot easier.  As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with Episode 153 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  You can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachLee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
How do pathways influence performance?Why is English Rugby League so far behind the Southern Hemisphere?What do you need to consider in your team's attack?Rugby League is a simple game overcomplicated by a lot of idiots. Lee on the Rugby League Coach Podcast makes it all sound a heck of a lot easier.  As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with Episode 152 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  You can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachLee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
How do you want your team to defend?How much structure should you employ?How is mentality important?All this and more on this podcast! Rugby League is a simple game overcomplicated by a lot of idiots. Lee on the Rugby League Coach Podcast makes it all sound a heck of a lot easier.  As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with Episode 151 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  You can follow him @rugbyleaguecoach on socials or just look for Rugby League CoachLee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
A depressed, angry and upset English born Lee lifts himself off the canvas after the Kangaroos smashed the Poms in the first Ashes test, to deliver another weekly podcast!  Rugby League is a simple game overcomplicated by a lot of idiots. Lee on the Rugby League Coach Podcast makes it all sound a heck of a lot easier.  As always, you will need your notebook for this one, as there are LOTS of coaching tips in here...  Level up your coaching game with Episode 150 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
In a jam-packed episode, this Rugby League Coach Podcast focuses on training games. coaching careers, previews the first Ashes test match and so much more! Level up your game with Episode 149 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
This Rugby League Coach Podcast focuses on running lines, long-term player development, coach mentoring and so much more! Level up your game with Episode 148 of the Rugby League Coach Podcast!    Hosted by Lee Addison, owner of rugbyleaguecoach.com.au  Lee has coached at NRL clubs, World Cups, Elite High Schools and so much more in a 26-year careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rugby-league-coach-podcast--5572032/support.
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