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World Cup winning former England Rugby head coach Sir Clive Woodward has paid a visit to students at Queen Anne’s School in Caversham, UK.
Sir Clive delivered a lecture to the sixth form and scholars, entitled DNA of a Champion, sharing invaluable insights from his high-profile career in coaching and leadership across rugby, football, and the Olympic programme.
The session offered students a unique opportunity to explore the principles and mindset that Sir Clive credits as the foundation of success, both on and off the field.
Key topics included the importance of thinking correctly under pressure and the qualities required to become a true champion.
Sir Clive was also joined by his daughter, Jess Woodward, a Queen Anne’s alumna (Class of 1998–2005). Jess enjoyed a nostalgic tour of the school led by upper sixth students, Lara and Molly, and discovered that her long-standing swimming record, set over two decades ago, remains unbeaten.
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September — Unity and Sir Clive Woodward!
By Harleen Singh Flora
In recent weeks, I’ve been reflecting on FSP’s annual Unity event, which was held in September at the Royal gemenskap of medicin in London. And you know what that means … inom decided to write a blog about it!
In the lead up to Unity, there was a soft buzz around the office. It got me, and I’m sure others who hadn’t attended a Unity event before, curious as to what was special and different about it. It was described as “emotional”, “moving” and “inspiring”. Aside from this, one of the main things that intrigued me was that this event focused on connecting with each other’s anställda experiences. This wasn’t about FSP’s numbers, growth or strategy. This was purely about our people, values and purpose.
Unity epitomises FSP’s commitment to creating a culture of belonging. And as Lara Walker said at Unity 2021, “we make the culture!” (Now I know why this is on the vägg at FSP’s Thames Valley Park office!)
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'I'm not sure how I would have turned out if Jonny Wilkinson hadn't kicked that drop goal...it's kind of scary': Sir Clive Woodward and his wife Jayne reflect on England's World Cup win, 20 years on from that glorious Sydney night
Sausage rolls, sandwiches and mince pies are plated up on the dining table at the Woodward household. Sir Clive is sipping on a cup of tea as he listens to his wife, Lady Jayne, recalling a story about three England players who sat in the same seats during his time as head coach.
'Clive used to invite three or four players round for dinner at a time to get to know them,' recalls Jayne. You'd learn about their families and find out what makes them tick. We would make sure to include the players' wives and girlfriends at every opportunity as well. They were an important part of the team and we arranged travel and accommodation for away games as a group. We'd all go to a West End show and have dinner together every Christmas.
'There was one occasion where