The Coach G Show

3d ago

Everyone talks about goals at the end of the year. Very few people talk about identity . In this episode, Coach G (Gurthro Steenkamp) explains why waiting for the New Year — or 2026 — is the reason most people stay stuck, frustrated, and inconsistent. This conversation is about: Why New Year’s resolutions don’t last Why identity matters more than motivation How habits are really formed (and broken) What high performers do differently Why clarity, systems, and standards matter more than hype 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec Whether you’re a rugby player, a coach, or someone chasing high performance in life, this episode will challenge the way you think about change. If you want to stop restarting and start becoming, this one is for you. 🎙️ Press play and start the reset — now.

6d ago

Basil Carzis rarely steps into the spotlight — but his work shaped some of the most dominant rugby teams in history. 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec As the strength & conditioning architect behind the Bulls dynasty and the 2007 World Cup Springboks , Basil helped build a culture of belief, brutal standards, and relentless execution . In this episode, Basil and Gurthro Steenkamp go deep into: What truly creates mental toughness Why standards must be lived, not spoken How elite teams build belief through action Leadership, trust, and accountability under pressure The real comeback story behind Gurthro’s career revival 00:00 – The Journey Behind the Trophy 01:07 – Meet Basil Carzis: Standards, Belief & a Plan 02:49 – Life in Argentina & What Amateur Rugby Reminds You 04:25 – 2007 Final: The Moment Belief Took Over 07:24 – The Bulls Dynasty: Vision + Alignment + Standards 09:26 – “World-Class + 15%”: How Standards Were Set 13:34 – Train the Game: Why Everything Was Built Around Match Reality 15:54 – Trust & Competition: Why Players Emptied the Tank 23:52 – The George Camp Story: Breaking Physical & Mental Limits 32:41 – The 140kg Comeback: No Judgment, Only Execution 44:02 – Gym Culture: Standards That Pulled Everyone Up 54:26 – Why 2008 Collapsed After Winning It All 58:31 – How 2009–2010 Reignited the Machine 01:02:44 – Johan van Graan: The “Do Anything” Coach Blueprint This is not a hype conversation. This is a truthful, raw look at what it really takes to win .

Dec 12

Coach G shares a powerful idea: take out the trash . 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec Not just from your fridge—but from your mind and environment. This episode tackles the “trash” that destroys performance: doubt, negative self-talk, toxic people, poor habits, fatigue triggers, and living in the past. You’ll get a simple reset framework (reset & reframe, positive distraction, good habits, clear goals) to help you show up stronger, fitter, and more

Dec 9

In this episode, Coach G (Gurthro Steenkamp) sits down with Brian Liebenberg , former French international and creator of the Catch & Think cognitive training method, to explore the one skill modern rugby has forgotten — attention. 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - ⁠https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec Brian breaks down how attention, vision and cognitive load shape decision-making, why players struggle to process information under pressure, and how coaches can simplify learning and improve performance. He also shares stories from the golden era of Stade Français, his transition after injury, rebuilding purpose, and taking cognitive methods into the corporate world. A must-listen for players, coaches, parents, and leaders who want to think faster, play smarter, and perform at a higher level. 00:00 – Goldfish Attention Span & Brain Training 00:51 – Introducing Brian Liebenberg & Catch and Think 03:09 – Did South Africa “Steal” the 2023 World Cup? 05:31 – Why Everyone Loves to Hate the Springboks 07:54 – Inside the Golden Era at Stade Français 12:22 – Culture, Characters & Max Guazzini’s Influence 19:20 – Career-Ending Injury & The Reality of Pro Rugby 23:53 – The Difficult Transition After Rugby 28:38 – The Birth of Catch and Think 35:33 – How Catch and Think Trains the Brain 56:38 – Cognitive Training in the Corporate World 01:03:52 – Productivity vs Busyness: Lessons From Rugby 01:06:15 – Leadership, Communication & High-Performance Teams 01:10:56 – Turning an Idea Into a Business After Rugby 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec

Dec 6

In this short, punchy episode, Coach G (Gurthro Steenkamp) unpacks The Athlete Operating System – a simple framework to bring order to your life so you can perform better on the field. 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec He covers: Morning activation: hydration, breathing, journaling and clear daily priorities Train with purpose: choosing focus points for every session so you’re not a “headless chicken” Review system: two wins, one work-on, and learning faster from every training Distraction system: managing social media, cognitive load and screen time Evening shutdown: reviewing your day, setting tomorrow’s targets and protecting your sleep If your life is chaotic, your rugby will be chaotic too. This episode helps you reset your daily habits so you can become a more consistent, confident and dangerous player. Share this with a teammate or coach who needs to hear it, and if you enjoy the show, please follow and leave a review – it really supports the podcast. Chapters 00:00 – Why You Need an Athlete Operating System01:09 – Morning Activation: Hydrate & Prime Your Mind03:32 – Morning Mantras: Win the First 10 Minutes04:45 – Train With Purpose, Not Chaos06:30 – The Review System: Two Wins, One Work-On08:17 – The Distraction System: Beating Mental Clutter13:03 – Evening Shutdown: Review Your Day & Sleep Better15:30 – Recap: The Five Parts of the Athlete OS18:40 – Applying the Athlete OS to Coaches25:08 – Community Updates, Scrum Courses & Final Message Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/thecoachgshow Follow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp

Dec 5

World-class defence strategist Omar Mouneimne returns to The Coach G Show for a masterclass on modern rugby defence, aggression, mindset, and systems . 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec In this episode, Omar breaks down how the game has evolved, why defensive systems are failing or succeeding, and what players and coaches must understand to perform at the highest level. This conversation is packed with practical insights, elite frameworks, and real stories from years inside top performance environments. 👉 In this episode, we cover: • Why modern attack creates chaos — and how defence must evolve • The fundamentals every defence coach must master • Blitz vs Super Blitz vs Drift — when each system works • How to stop offloads, momentum and “basketball rugby” • Developing aggression and collision dominance • Helping players who’ve lost confidence or their defensive “mojo” • Situational awareness and reading pictures under pressure • Physicality, mindset, periodisation, and match demands • How elite coaches manage mental load and maintain balance • What truly separates top defenders from average ones Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:50 The Evolution of Defense in Rugby 06:31 Defending Against Modern Attacks 10:05 The Impact of Tackling Techniques 12:29 Situational Awareness in Defense 17:46 Defensive Systems Explained 20:59 Fundamentals of Coaching Defense 25:49 Traits of a Successful Defensive Player 30:54 Coaching Mental Load and Balance 39:43 Building Aggression in Players 46:20 Overcoming Loss of Mojo 51:07 The Importance of Family and Balance 54:59 Misconceptions in Defensive Strategies 01:01:44 Conclusion and Future Insights Whether you’re a player , coach , or someone who loves understanding the deeper layers of rugby, this episode is essential listening. Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/thecoachgshow Follow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp

Nov 28

This Ireland v Springboks clash in Dublin was more than just a Test match – it was an emotional rematch after the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The singing, the criticism, the pain… and a Bok team that arrived with one mission: dominate and destroy . 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec In this short-form episode of The Coach G Show , I break down: How the Springbok defence, collisions and line speed set the tone The evolution of the Bok attack – from mauls and scrums to skillful, multi-layered attack Why the scrum became a true weapon and what that means for young props Tactical awareness, red brain vs blue brain , and how emotion and red cards shaped the game Tackle technique, extras after training and reviewing a tough performance when you’ve been dominated Chapters00:00 Emotional Rematch: Springboks vs Ireland03:07 Defensive Strategies: Trusting the System05:04 Evolution of Springbok Attack07:27 Tactical Awareness: Control Your Emotions11:46 Tackle Technique: Skills for Success16:03 Dominance in the Scrum: A Weapon of Mass Destruction21:01 Props: Adding Value Beyond Scrummaging23:12 Physicality and Discipline: Keys to Winning26:33 Continuous Improvement: Learning from Defeat29:03 Looking Ahead: The Future of the Coach G Show This episode is for young rugby players and aspiring coaches who want to learn from big games, not just react to the scoreline. If you want to go deeper into analysis, scrums, mindset and resilience, join my private community Coach G Level Up on Skool – a space for players and coaches who are serious about levelling up their game. Please follow the show , leave a rating, and share this with a teammate or coach who needs these lessons from Ireland v Springboks. Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/thecoachgshow Follow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp

Nov 25

In the first episode of The Coach G Show , I open the curtain on my evolution — from player, to mentor, to coach, and now to building something bigger than ever. 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec This episode explores identity, setbacks, growth, and the truth behind how “Coach G” was created. If you’re here to level up in rugby, coaching, leadership or life, this is where the new chapter begins. Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/thecoachgshow Follow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp