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Sam Smith

Loose Forward
Jackal Specialist

Hawke's Bay

Sam has proudly represented: Lions Hawke’s Bay Magpies (Bunnings NPC) New Zealand Barbarians

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Sam Smith

ABOUT THE COACH

Sam Smith is a dynamic and hard-working open side flanker who thrives in the contact area and at the breakdown. Known as a jackal specialist, Smith is elite at winning turnovers, disrupting opposition rucks, and slowing down ball with precise, well-timed contests over the ball.

With sharp instincts, low body position, and exceptional technique, Smith consistently creates pressure and earns crucial possession for his team. His engine, toughness, and commitment to the breakdown make him a constant threat at the heart of the action.

With a reputation for doing the unseen work and dominating the contest at the breakdown, Sam Smith continues to be a key weapon in every defensive structure he’s part of.

Experience
Sam has proudly represented: Lions Hawke’s Bay Magpies (Bunnings NPC) New Zealand Barbarians

COACHING LOCATIONS

Magpies Base, Napier
Park Island, Napier
Elwood Park, Hastings

SESSION TYPES

1 ON 1

$90
(per hour)
Personalised in person coaching to target your technique, intensity, and mindset.

GROUP (3+)

$150
(per hour)
Train with others in person, build competition, and improve through shared drills.

ONLINE

$50
(per 15mins)
Online mentoring to review footage, ask questions, and sharpen your rugby IQ.
Can include weekly training plans, Q & A. Any rugby questions.

TEAM TRAINING ASSISTANT

$150
(per hour)
Bring in a coach for a one-off session to take your team.

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All prices are charged per hour (unless stated otherwise). Standard sessions run for one hour (except for online sessions), with the option to book additional time if needed. Find out more about the different session types we offer here.

“The difference in my son’s confidence and performance has been massive. After just a few sessions, he was reading the game better, making more tackles, and backing himself with the ball. The coach was professional, positive, and genuinely cared. Highly recommend for any young player wanting to take the next step.”
“The difference in my son’s confidence and performance has been massive. After just a few sessions, he was reading the game better, making more tackles, and backing himself with the ball. The coach was professional, positive, and genuinely cared. Highly recommend for any young player wanting to take the next step.”
“The difference in my son’s confidence and performance has been massive. After just a few sessions, he was reading the game better, making more tackles, and backing himself with the ball. The coach was professional, positive, and genuinely cared. Highly recommend for any young player wanting to take the next step.”
Hastings
Havelock North
Napier