Sam Portland started like any coach as an athlete himself. Being undersized and "too small" Sam was released from an english premiership academy but soon used his lightening speed to race up the ranks in english rugby.
After a catastrophic broken leg injury in 2007 on the day is childhood team came to scout him. His dream of being a professional athlete was over.
Like most athletes he set his sights on coaching and during his rehabilitation journey he found the love to coaching and building speed. Starting with himself.
Attaining his degree and masters whilst training athletes in his parent shed and parks he landed his break break in the pro's with London Wasps.
After making a name for himself as a coach who's unique methodology specifically builds some of the fastest team sport athletes in the world.
The mission of Speed By Sportland Is simple and clear!
IGNITE A SPEED REVOLUTION AND IT STARTS WITH YOU
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