Author Archives: James While

A new broom…

A new broom….. This week, England will cast aside the last vestiges of the Johnson era and hopefully select the backbone of a side to take us through to 2015 RWC. There’s truly a frisson of excitement building amongst the … Continue reading

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England’s 6 Nations

England’s 6N’s. As a child, my Grandmother always opened the backdoor 1 minute past midnight on New Year’s Day,  claiming it allowed the New Year to come into the house to get rid of the old and bring in the … Continue reading

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Time to Sponsor Change

With change comes opportunity. The word ‘sustainability’ is one of the most used and least understood words in modern business. Most think it’s a mixture of tree-hugging and CSR statements which is as far from the truth as you can … Continue reading

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World Cup Success?

World Cup Success? How do you value the impact of a Rugby World Cup? Well, certainly anyone fortunate enough to have visited New Zealand over the last 6 weeks have raved about the organisation, marketing and excitement of the 2011 … Continue reading

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Change the bowlers but not the bowling!

James gives his views on the England World Cup selection. Continue reading

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Guest Blog- Richard Hill – the Flanker’s Role- Tips and techniques

The secong blog from the England legend on the flankers role. Continue reading

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Guest Blog: Richard Hill- the Flanker’s role Part 1.

The England legend gives his views on the role of the flanker. Continue reading

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Fame at last!

Morning all, In addition to writing words and doing things here at Ruckingball, I co-own a TV Casting and Talent business in the West End. My role there really tends to be behind the scenes and dealing with the business … Continue reading

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The Curious Case of Manu and the RFU

Manu Tuilagi and the RFU Reading the RFU report, and the ridiculous mitigation levels thrown at young Manu, combined with the hitherto unprecedented level of RFU meddling to secure Manu’s resident’s visa, one has to wonder just what lengths the … Continue reading

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The Importance of Managing Your Body.

The importance of managing your body. So here am I, shored up with a small bicep tear brought on totally by my own fault. Firstly, I have to thank all of the ruckingball management for their concern, especially Martin Corry, … Continue reading

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