Eddie Jones uses geese videos to inspire Japan before Test vs Australia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:37 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Eddie Jones has implemented a unique coaching technique for Japan by using videos of geese flying in formation, aiming to enhance team support play ahead of the second Test against Australia on Saturday. After a close 35-32 defeat to Australia in Osaka last weekend, Jones has made five lineup changes, including the promotion of university student Yoshitaka Yazaki to the wing and Shunsuke Uenobo starting at center. Jones emphasized the need for improved support around their ball-carrier, likening it to how a flock of geese follows the leader. Japan looks to regroup and perform better as they head into the away match in Townsville.
- •Japan lost to Australia 35-32 in the first Test.
- •Jones has made five changes to the starting lineup.
- •Yoshitaka Yazaki and Shunsuke Uenobo are key new selections.
- •The second Test is scheduled for Saturday in Townsville.
- •Jones aims to enhance Japan's support play through geese videos.
- 6:37 AMYahoo Sports — Jones turns to geese to inspire Japan
- 6:37 AMBBC Sport — Jones turns to geese to inspire Japan
"Before their second Test against Australia, Eddie Jones reveals an interesting method he uses to coach Japan - watching videos of geese fly in formation.
"Before their second Test against Australia, Eddie Jones reveals an interesting method he uses to coach Japan - watching videos of geese fly in formation.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 6:37 AMJones turns to geese to inspire Japan
Before their second Test against Australia, Eddie Jones reveals an interesting method he uses to coach Japan - watching videos of geese fly in formation.
- BBC SportAug 13, 2026, 6:37 AMJones turns to geese to inspire Japan
Before their second Test against Australia, Eddie Jones reveals an interesting method he uses to coach Japan - watching videos of geese fly in formation.
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