Dave Alred Q&A: Kicking against conformity in sport

Described simply as “a genius” by Jonny Wilkinson, Dave Alred stands among the world’s top coaches in a variety of sports, including rugby, golf, cricket and soccer. He has been involved in Rugby World Cup success with England and Ryder Cup victory with Team Europe.

These days, the Bristol-based guru can be spotted in the winner’s circle on the European Tour circuit or being chauffeured around by Johnny Sexton in Dublin, where he spoke to Stephen Barry yesterday at the Bord Gáis Energy ‘Courage to Succeed’ business conference

SB: With a big provincial derby for Leinster this weekend, will you be meeting up with Johnny Sexton to prepare for the game?