Craig Innes: The Real Problem with NZ Rugby!

Описание: Craig Innes has lived several sporting lives.

He debuted for the All Blacks when he was 19, scored two tries on debut at Cardiff Arms Park, and went on to play 17 tests.

He then switched codes and playing rugby league in England with Leeds then eventually to the Manly Sea Eagles in Australia, where he won the 1996 NRL Premiership.

In this era of his sporting life, he is a highly respected player agent, helping guide young players through the pressures of high-performance sport.

This podcast is part of the Craig “Postie” Innes story.

What the All-Blacks culture was really like in the late 80s and early 90s, and some great stories about bus etiquette, scalping tickets and being coached by Grizz Wylie.

His controversial move from rugby to league for money, and reflections on winning the NRL and being part of the Manly Sea Eagles dynasty.

We also about Craig’s longest career as a player agent and his thoughts and concerns on the future of the sport.

“Postie” is genuinely one of the good guys. I have known him in passing for 20ish years, but he is such a low key and humble guy that I really had no idea of the extent of his achievements as a player, so this was fun.

0:00 - Introduction
6:34 - Growing up in New Plymouth
7:36 - Early Rugby Heroes and Back-yard Games
8:26 - Being the Oldest Sibling and Growing up Tough
9:22 - Natural Talent vs Hard Work
10:11 - Memories of Playing with Carlos Spencer
24:32 - All Blacks Debut at Cardiff Arms Park
25:34 - Parents' Reaction to the Debut Try
26:09 - Cherished All Blacks Jerseys
28:30 - Transitioning from Wing to Center and Team Dynamics
39:17 - Lessons from the All Blacks Culture and Values
41:13 - Proudest Moment as an All Black
43:40 - The Amateur Era: Ticket Scalping and 'The Cabbage Patch'
47:02 - The Decision to Switch to Rugby League
57:04 - The Financial Landscape of the Rugby League 'War'
1:00:15 - Views on the Warriors and the Future of Rugby League
1:15:25 - Starting a Career as a Player Agent
1:15:52 - Managing a Career Without an Agent
1:16:35 - Reflections on the Kiwis vs the World 13
1:23:08 - Moving to the Next Chapter of Life
1:23:51 - Building a Business with Bruce and Tony Kemp
1:28:40 - The Acquisition by Wasserman and Global Expansion
1:33:51 - Current Role and Domestic Talent Management
1:53:15 - Life in Hawkes Bay and Post-Playing Career
1:57:52 - Old School Mentalities and Vulnerability
2:05:14 - Career Reflections and Family Values
2:07:16 - Emotional Moments and Regrets
2:13:58 - Defining Personal Success in Three Words