Daniel George

- Designed and implemented multi-year Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for all players entering the rugby program, ensuring they graduate with a clear understanding of their identity, strengths, and pathway as rugby players.

- Outlined key development milestones and age-specific plans to support player progression from junior to senior rugby, providing clarity and structure for both players and coaching staff.

- Led all on-field coaching, planning, and periodization for senior rugby squads (1st XV and 2nd XV), as well as the U14s, ensuring alignment with long-term program goals.

- Worked closely with the Head of Department on talent identification, succession planning, performance management, and player retention across the rugby program.

- Managed the organisation and logistics of rugby operations, including:
Budget oversight and equipment procurement
Referee coordination and transport logistics
Fixture scheduling and confirmation with partner schools and clubs

-Lead the on-field coaching, planning, and periodization for the 1st and 2nd XV rugby teams, coordinating sessions, setting club-wide performance goals, and delivering high-quality, challenging training with the coaching team.

-Developed season-long individual development plans, setting short, medium, and long-term goals tailored to each player's skill progression and performance needs.

- Collaborated closely with the Director of Rugby on key areas including talent identification, player development, succession planning, and performance management/retention.

- Designed and implemented a clear framework for attack and defense, ensuring alignment across teams and consistent tactical understanding.

- Built and maintained strong relationships with players, staff, and key stakeholders, fostering a culture of trust, development, and high performance.

- Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group coaching to players aiming to improve specific areas of their game.

- Specialize in technical development for forwards (set-piece, scrum, lineout) as well as broader skill work including attacking shape, defensive systems, and decision-making.

- Deliver individualized coaching plans based on player goals, position-specific demands, and performance feedback.

- Designed and delivered individual development plans (IDPs) for academy players, focusing on their current stage of development and mapping a clear technical and tactical progression pathway toward senior elite rugby.

- Aligned coaching delivery with the senior team’s style of play and club vision, ensuring a seamless transition for players across the pathway.

- Delivered technical and tactical coaching in forwards play and defence to the senior academy group, maintaining consistency with senior team structures and expectations.

- Led and supported forwards and defensive during A team fixtures and training sessions.

- Managed the transition of senior academy forwards into the senior environment, ensuring players possessed the understanding, habits, and skills needed to contribute in training and match scenarios.

- Collaborated closely with the Head of Recruitment and Head of Academy on succession planning and talent identification, fostering a joined-up approach across departments.

- Supported the U18s Player Pathway, ensuring alignment between junior and senior development programs to maintain continuity and opportunity.

- Coordinated with medical and strength & conditioning teams to manage holistic development, load, and performance across the academy-to-senior transition.

- Proactively prepared for post-rugby career by working with a London-based recruitment consultancy while playing professionally.

- Oversaw recruitment processes for senior-level roles within the construction industry.

- Built and managed relationships with business owners and directors across major companies to become a trusted consultant and advisor.

- Developed strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and business development skills in a high-performance, client-facing environment.