Question on Scrum Cadence
2008-05-15 15:38:48
After working to start a new Under 19 rugby club, a long time player turned coach had a question on scrum cadence and Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups took a moment to discuss the scrum and scrum cadence. Championships Aren’t Top Priority
2008-05-08 16:35:45
The desire to win championships is one of the many goals for team and individual athletes but surprising to some championships are usually not the top goal for a season.  Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups takes a moment to focus on some of the other goals team goals for the Cal Berkeley side that are listed ahead of championships. Rugby Specific Sport Psychology
2008-04-25 17:25:26
With the college and club rugby competitions in full swing, the pressures both mental and physical on the rugby player are at their height and Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups takes a moment to talk with sport psychology expert Cheryl Goldman-Rogow on how best to prepare for big matches. Brett Taylor on Coaching Rugby
2008-04-11 19:19:09
Brett Taylor, former assistant rugby coach for USA men’s national team, is the Director of Rugby and Head Coach at the Richmond Rugby Club, just outside of central London.  He took a moment to talk with Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups about team building, the challenges of winning, U.S. vs English players and more… What’s My Best Position On The Field?
2008-03-28 22:01:57
After receiving an email from a Rugby Rugby reader who is a high school player about what position he should play, Rugby Rugby's Tom Billups took a moment to give his advice to the young rugby player. A Day In The Life Of Cal Rugby
2008-03-24 21:50:25
The University of California has the top college rugby program in the U.S. and with such a tradition there are additional pressure on each student athlete and coach Tom Billups gives the Rugby Rugby readers an insight into a day in the life of a Golden Bear rugby player. Methods of Learning
2008-03-10 17:13:12
The craft of coaching a rugby team has many nuances which allow the best coaches to find a way to instruct and improve the play of each individual player.  Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups looks at three ways to help your players take more away from each lesson. Essence of the Game
2008-02-25 19:00:25
What draws players to the game of rugby?  Rugby Rugby’s coach Billups has thought it through and believes that ‘those of us that love rugby, love it because we need the struggle a rugby contest presents.’  See if you agree.   The Importance of Teammates
2008-02-13 18:16:46
The USA Sevens in San Diego brought together many current and former Eagles players and Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups takes a moment to look back on many great times with teammates and give his thanks for how ‘proud and privileged’ he was to play with each one. A Few Minutes With Mike MacDonald
2008-01-28 16:06:40
Since developing his game under the watchful eye of Coach Tom Billups, Mike McDonald has moved on from Cal to Leeds Carnegie, formerly known as Leeds Tykes, to play professional rugby. The prop took a moment to speak with Rugby Rugby. RugbyRugby Q & A With Paul Emerick
2008-01-14 17:41:17
As one of the few Americans playing overseas, Paul Emerick knows first hand what it takes to make it in a professional rugby environment.  The Newport Gwent Dragons outside centre took a moment to speak with Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups about what young players should work on, the importance of speed and more… ELV’s Changing The Game?
2007-12-13 21:24:47
SANZAR recently announced that the upcoming Super 14 would be played using some of the Experimental Law Variations (ELV’s) and these new rules will alter the way the game is played according to RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups. Speed, Agility, and Quickness
2007-11-28 19:05:41
There is a certain beauty and grace when watching rugby players demonstrate their speed, agility, and quickness to make a play and RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups gives some insights to how rugby players can easily improve on their ‘God given talent.’ Don’t Hope For Success, Plan For It!
2007-11-14 19:11:13
The top athletes are the ones who plan and train for success not those who hope to do well and RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups gives his three tips to how to change your mindset from hoping for the best to those prepared to achieve success. Things I learned from The Marine Corps
2007-11-05 18:45:46
Coach Tom Billups spent the last week in North Carolina coaching the All Marines team at the annual Armed Forces Championships and came away with a great respect for the players commitment, dedication, discipline and sacrifice both on the rugby pitch and in life. One Hard Man
2007-10-01 23:24:48
U.S. Eagle Alec Parker earned his 50th test cap at the Rugby World Cup in France and RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups, who played with and coached the lock, gives his praise for Parker’s years of dedication to the sport. Team Leadership
2007-09-10 17:44:32
The best teams all have one trait in common, a great leader.  And RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups believes that the key to being a great leader is being able to make those around you better. Two Kinds of Teams
2007-08-23 16:10:10
The Eagles are set to open their Rugby World Cup campaign next month and coach Tom Billups thinks it is important for the Eagles or any team to always look to continually get better. Reaching Your Athletic Potential
2007-08-02 23:04:45
With so much focus on how well your abilities compare to others on the team, coach Tom Billups believes it is important for all great athletes to also work on pushing oneself and asking 'how good can I be.' Lessons From Summer Camp
2007-07-23 16:59:11
In addition to being well versed in the techniques of the game, coach Tom Billups explains the importance of also being properly outfitted to give you the best chance to play at your highest level. Coaching High School Rugby
2007-06-25 21:39:19
The task of a high school rugby coach is one with many different and varied responsibilities and coach Tom Billups give some pointers on how to be the best coach possible and develop winners on and off the field.  A World Class Attitude
2007-06-14 23:10:57
In addition to great skills, world class players have top notch competitive attitudes and Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups explains how a positive, determined mindset is critical to whether a rugby player will play to his or her potential on the field. Seasonality
2007-05-31 00:36:49
The drive to play more and practice ones skills is a good habit of competitive rugby players but RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups explains there is a time and need for these players to ‘take it easy’ and get away from the demands of the game. Front Row Safety – Paramount for High School Players
2007-05-16 23:52:16
After experiencing first hand a serious spinal injury, coach Tom Billups urges all coaches to be aware of the inherit danger of playing in the front row and make sure the players in those positions are physically and technically ready. Becoming A Good Defender - The Most Important Thing
2007-04-30 21:45:30
Defense wins championships. Over the years, prominent coaches have said so, but how is this applicable to our game of rugby? Honoring The Game Of Rugby
2007-04-11 18:33:24
The state of American sports at times looks to be in disarray with professional players being arrested, smack talk on the field, little respect for the officials, parents of little leaguers beating up other players and the list goes on.  But rugby is and should remain a gentleman’s sport and RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups gives his insights on what is required to honor the game. Day In The Life Of A Pro Player
2007-03-28 22:30:26
With a pro career under his belt, RugbyRugby’s Tom Billups explains what future professionals should expect week in and week out from the pain of the training pitch to the glory of match play. Playing Professionally In The U.K.
2007-03-20 22:57:40
With more players considering playing overseas in the U.K., RugbyRugby Tom Billups gives his expertise on what it takes to make it on the other side of the pond. My Rugby Trials and Tribulations
2007-02-22 00:27:21
I am always shocked to hear players complain that they did not receive a fair ‘shot’ at making the National Team.  And I completely disagree with this notion. Tom Billups: From Collegiate Footballer to Eagles Star
2007-02-21 23:17:39
Tom Billups is arguably the best known name in U.S. rugby history and has been influential at ever level of the game. Coach Tom Billups' Profile
2007-07-25 23:21:43
RugbyRugby.com columnist Tom Billups has been involved with rugby in the U.S. since picking up the game in college. He is currently the coach of Cal Rugby and is responsible for multiple facets of the varsity rugby program while coaching along side Cal head coach, Jack Clark.

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