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Morne Steyn: The Ice Man – How Pressure Built a Legend of South African Rugby

Morne Steyn: The Ice Man – How Pressure Built a Legend of South African Rugby

Update: 2025-10-14
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From a 53m Lions series-winner in 2009 to repeating the fairytale in 2021, Morne Steyn breaks down how composure is trained, not born. We unpack the Bulls brotherhood, why today’s kickers struggle with consistency, how screens and over-structure affect vision, and what real “player-led” standards look like.


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Morne Steyn is a Springbok legend, three-time Super Rugby champion (Bulls), Top 14 winner (Stade Français), and the definition of clutch. Now a kicking consultant (Lions), entrepreneur, and founder of the MS10 clinics/foundation.


What you’ll learn


  • Pressure mastery: routines, “five-for-five” finish rule, and training under consequence.

  • Consistency vs. talent: why 80% is the true pro benchmark for goal-kickers.

  • Vision & decision-making: being 1–2 phases ahead; kicking first, then playing.

  • Bulls DNA: family culture, hard sessions, and why extra work matters.

  • Modern game truths: GPS trade-offs, over-coaching, and screen time’s impact on awareness.

  • Adapting abroad: language, culture, and leading as a 10 in France.


    Chapters


    00:00 The Journey of Mournay Steyn

    02:45 Lessons from Rugby: Discipline and Hard Work

    06:01 Iconic Moments: The 2009 British and Irish Lions Series

    08:49 Reflections on a Successful Career

    11:46 The Bulls Family: Team Spirit and Success

    15:01 The Importance of Hard Work and Training

    18:02 The Mindset of a Kicker: Pressure and Performance

    20:52 The Evolution of Goal Kicking in Rugby

    24:03 Adapting to Change: Playing in France

    27:04 Giving Back: Coaching and Mentoring the Next Generation

    30:10 The Future of Rugby: Insights and Advice



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Morne Steyn: The Ice Man – How Pressure Built a Legend of South African Rugby

Morne Steyn: The Ice Man – How Pressure Built a Legend of South African Rugby

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