Alex Coles: From Academy ”Geek” to England ”Educator”

Northampton and England’s Alex Coles “The Educator” looks back on the WWE-style headlock that sparked his unforgettable nickname. He breaks down the intense pressure behind pro-rugby lineout calling, relives the glory of conquering the legendary Blakiston fitness challenge, and explains how he manages to survive the daily chaos caused by teammate Henry Pollock.

Alex also reveals the reason George Furbank should never leave Northampton Saints. A classic episode of GBR - and one you definitely don’t want to miss.

00:00 🛞 Sponsored by Continental Tyres

01:57 🏷️ Why They Call Him "The Educator"

02:58 🏉 Hask at Saints — The Untold Stories

08:50 🎉 What Really Goes On at Team Socials

19:01 📣 Inside the Mind of a Lineout Caller

32:25 🚀 2025: The Year Everything Changes

41:15 ⚔️ Beating the All Blacks

43:17 ✈️ The Argentina Tour!

46:45 😅The Brutal Blakiston Challenge

52:07 🔥 The Real Reason Furbank Must Stay at Saints

57:32 😄 New Nickname Unlocked: Corporal Coles

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