Champions Do Extra: Lessons From The Rugby Legend On Resilience, Mindset And Leadership

Champions Do Extra: Lessons From The Rugby Legend On Resilience, Mindset And Leadership by Brad Thorn is a punchy sports memoir and mindset guide built from one of the most extraordinary careers in Australian and New Zealand rugby.

From a tough country upbringing in Otago to the heat and pressure of Queensland footy, Thorn traces the habits and beliefs that helped him thrive across two codes, from the All Blacks and Kangaroos to the Broncos and Crusaders. Rather than replaying match highlights, he focuses on what lasts: resilience under stress, leadership standards that lift a whole team, and the quiet daily “extra” that separates good from great.

This is perfect for rugby league and rugby union fans, athletes and coaches, and anyone chasing personal growth, discipline and high performance—especially readers who like practical lessons with genuine heart.

Add it to your shelf and see what “do extra” could look like in your own life.