Episode 5 - The Liam Perkins Interview - The transition from National League player to Head Coach

Rugby Through The Leagues Podcast

Liam Perkins shares his rugby journey, starting from a young age at Gosport and Fareham Rugby Club and progressing through the ranks. He talks about his time at Newbury, Ealing Trailfinders, and Worthing, where he served as club captain. Liam then discusses his current role as a player-coach at Petersfield Rugby Club and the club's aspirations to become one of the best clubs in Hampshire. He also mentions the challenges of sustaining a club at higher levels and the importance of building a strong foundation. The conversation covers topics such as the transition year at Liam's former rugby club, the challenges of coaching and playing at the same time, the players Liam has played with who made it to the professional level, the players who didn't make it but should have, the future of rugby and the need for accessibility and growth, and Liam's aspirations as a coach.