Skip to content

See what happened when Sam Tomkins teamed up with Boots 'n' All for Sky Sports Living for Sport

Sky Sports Living for Sport 2
Image: Sam Tomkins: making the switch from stadium to school

Sam Tomkins teamed up with Boots 'n' All and Sky Sports Living for Sport for a new mini-series that's different class.

EPISODE 8

The team are thrown into full contact for the first time as Sam introduces them to the art of tackling. And while the players are getting to grips with one another, we find out how the kit men are getting along with their role, too. After tackling practice Sam moves on to some skills but is not impressed with the team as the drop ball after ball. Will he be able to get them back on track in time for the big match?

EPISODE 7

It's a huge day as the marketing and media teams 'go public' by hosting a news conference to help generate ticket sales, and the pupils get to see the kit they designed fresh off the production line. Some big decisions lie ahead: who will make the presentation and which members of the media team will carry out the all-important interviews? But can the chosen few handle the pressure?

EPISODE 6

The team goes on the road for a very special trip to the DW Stadium where they get the opportunity to watch Wigan train and pick up some tips on how best to maximise their performance. Then it's indoors to discover how Sam and his team-mates get themselves in the best possible shape and to see see how different aspects of the club operate, including the marketing department.

EPISODE 5

Sam's Team really starts to take shape thanks in no small part to a special visit from 2004 Olympic gold medallist Darren Campbell, who gives the squad an insight into the barriers he's had to overcome to achieve success. "It was a gripping speech," said Sam, with his thoughts fixed on the 2013 Rugby World Cup. Find out exactly what enthused Sam - and how Darren tries to make the team quicker out on the pitch.

EPISODE 4

Curriculum leader Paul Brogie explains the positive impact the scheme is having on the participants, while the entire group gather to think about how they can promote the big game and put their marketing skills into practice. There's also an opportunity for the team to get out onto the field and bond with a little bit of old-fashioned hard graft - and with Sam missing in action, that means there are some vacancies in the coaching department!

EPISODE 3

Sky Sports News presenter John Davies gives the media team some insights into dealing with the pressures and demands of working in journalism, including, interviewing high-profile stars and getting up for work at 2.30am! Join John and the team as they practice different scenarios and start getting to grips with interview techniques. Meanwhile, Sam calls the team together for their first training session...

EPISODE 2

It's time to get creative as the search begins for youngsters who want to promote the club, design the kit they will play in when the big match rolls around and come up with the team name. But first it's time to get all of the students who are going to be part of the project together and find out about their strengths and weaknesses. And be warned - anyone who fails to attend classes will lose their place...

EPISODE 1

It's back to school for Sam as he meets the pupils for the first time and finds out about the difficulties some of them are facing. The recruiting process begins as he outlines his vision to build a fully functioning Rugby League club. Plus, find out what life was like for Sam at school and how rugby taught him discipline and how to respond to authority. For more information on Sky Sports Living for Sport - including how to nominate your school to take part - simply visit the website.