How a Mafia Theme Created a Winning Team - Todd Dammers on Rugby Coaching, Defence and Theming

In this episode, Chicago Hounds Forwards & Defence Coach Todd Dammers shares one of the most creative examples of team theming I've ever come across. From "The Chicago Way" and "Made Men" to building a season-long culture that players genuinely bought into, Todd explains how great theming can create clarity, connection and performance.

We also dive into:

🏉 Coaching modern players
🏉 Building defensive systems that fit your team
🏉 Tackle development and defensive connection
🏉 Role clarity and player ownership
🏉 Why Todd stopped giving players answers
🏉 Communication, feedback and honesty
🏉 Coaching in Australia, Spain, Japan and the USA
🏉 Creating environments where players can learn and thrive

This is packed with practical ideas for rugby coaches at every level.

🎙️ Guest: Todd Dammers
Forwards & Defence Coach, Chicago Hounds

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