All Black Secrets, Scrum Mastery & The Mindset of a Champion : Charlie Faumuina

🎙️ Lessons from the Game – Featuring Charlie Faumuina 🏉In this episode, former All Black and Rugby World Cup winner Charlie Faumuina joins Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna for an in-depth conversation about the journey to rugby greatness. From representing New Zealand and Samoa to winning multiple Top 14 and European Cup titles, Charlie shares the mindset, skills, and lessons that shaped his career.💡 Key Takeaways:The pressure of being an All Black – how to handle expectations.The importance of mentorship and learning from elite coaches like Mike Cron.Why props need to help each other and the camaraderie of the front row.The transition from rugby to life after the game – including property ventures.How to embrace pressure, stay ready for opportunities, and dominate the scrum.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Legend03:17 Lesson from the game04:12 Journey To Becoming An All Black05:51 Switching to Samoa: A New Chapter08:20 Cultural Significance of Playing for Samoa11:17 The Dream15:22 The Pressure Of The Game16:59 Experiences with the All Blacks20:01 Transitioning to Toulouse22:35 Super Rugby To Top 1425:22 Advice for Aspiring Props28:03 The Importance of Mentorship30:30 Preparing for Game Day33:38 The Culture of the All Blacks34:31 The Pursuit of Excellence in Rugby36:58 Managing Pressure and Expectations38:48 Family, Perspective, and Balance39:33 The Decision to Play Overseas40:47 Dream Dinner Guests and Culinary Delights43:02 Dream Front Row44:20 The All Blacks' Winning Culture46:23 Player-Led Leadership in Rugby49:22 Overcoming Adversity in a Rugby Career55:57 Lessons from Mike Cron and Scrum Mastery59:37 Life After Rugby: Transitioning to New VenturesThis episode is a must-listen for rugby players, coaches, and fans who want to level up their game, develop a winning mindset, and learn from one of the best.🔊 Listen now and take your rugby IQ to the next level!📩  Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://thescrumdominatormindset.mykajabi.com/offers/JNLUYzpiFollow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcastFollow Coach G on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkampFollow Ben on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/benpegna#Rugby #Scrum #AllBlacks #CharlieFaumuina #RugbyPodcast #LessonsFromTheGame