The second Australian out to upset Kangaroos in World Cup final | John Davidson

Wayne Bennett has led England into the final against his own country but on the journey with him has been his little-known assistantWhere “super-coach” Wayne Bennett goes, fellow Queenslander Scott Barker follows. But just who is this 30-something performance analyst who has been Bennett’s right hand man for more than decade? And how did he become the 67-year-old’s trusted confidant?The tale begins in 2000 when Barker was just a student at the University of the Sunshine Coast. While studying for a bachelor of sport and exercise science, he reportedly wrote a letter to Bennett. At that point Bennett was 12 years into his reign at the Brisbane Broncos and had already won four premierships. His legendary status was confirmed. Related: Valentine Holmes overcomes adversity to capitalise on natural ability Related: How the Women's Rugby League World Cup final can inspire a generation and spur national game Continue readingread full article

Source: TheGuardian

---