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Coaching Culture with Ben Herring

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NEW Season 1 Nov 7, 2026 · 54 min

Nili Latu: The Untold Story of Tonga's Warrior Captain

Some leaders earn trust with speeches. Nili Latu earned it by taking hits, taking responsibility, and taking care of people when nobody else would. From captaining Tonga through chaotic tours and unpaid campaigns to coaching a new generation back home, Nili’s story is a masterclass in coaching culture, Pacific Island leadership, and what “service” really means in high-performance sport. We talk about leaving Tonga at 10, learning rugby and English in New Zealand, and carrying the press...

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