“At the age of five or six I just used to kick the ball with both feet. I wasn't very good to start with but I practised and practised. Once I finally got it, it was an unbelievable sensation. It was then that I realised that if you work at something, it pays off.” IfsAgeUsedPayFiveFeetSixBallsVery GoodKicksSensationsUnbelievableRealised Author:Filo Tiatia
“Everybody likes to indulge in a bit of ice-cream and junk food. If you want to be a top player you've got to be sensible in terms of what you eat.” IfsWantBitsTermPlayerLikesIceSensibleCreamIce CreamIndulgeJunkIndulge InJunk Food Author:Filo Tiatia
“The only advice I could give is to stay positive and focused in terms of what your goals are, and stick to them. If you can't attain those goals, maybe they're not realistic. At this level only a small percentage of players make it, so you've really got to strive to get what you want.” IfsWantGivingGoalTermLevelsPlayerAdviceSticksStriveFocusedWhat You WantRealisticPercentagesStay Positive Author:Filo Tiatia
“Always have a plan B and C, because if it doesn't work out there are other things you can focus on. It's important to have a balance to your life, regardless of what you're doing. I've been playing at this level for a long time, but I've got interests outside of rugby, like my family and my children. They keep me sane.” IfsChildrenLongImportantInterestLevelsFocusPlansBalanceLong TimeMy FamilyWork OutMy ChildrenSaneRugbyPlan B Author:Filo Tiatia
