Sara Cox: Retiring & Reffing Rugby's Greatest RIVALRY

Fresh off the back of an incredible international refereeing career, Sara Cox joins The Good, The Scaz & The Rugby to unpack why she’s stepped away from the world stage & is excited to continue refereeing at the top level in domestic and European rugby union. From reffing World Cups and Olympics to the chaos of that unforgettable New Zealand vs South Africa clash, Coxy shares her game changing & glass ceiling smashing journey to the top! Her insight about what goes on behind the whistle is unmatched. Don’t worry - this episode DOES NOT CONTAIN a 5 hour court session, but does include why she’s nicknamed Mr. Bean and how she once impersonated our Scaz. 🎭 00:21 Meet Coxy AKA Mr Bean 😂 03:55 Coxy Impersonates Scaz 🤔 05:37 Last World Cup Decision 🤕 07:35 Injuries And Sacrifices 🌹 10:27 Refereeing England Dilemma 🗣️ 12:06 Players And Refs Talk ❤️ 22:52 Why Coxy Loves It 🇿🇦 32:12 South Africa Surprise Tactics 💡 38:44 Letting Innovation Flow 📈 46:56 How Refereeing Has Evolved 🚀 48:17 Impact 25 Referee Drive 🏉 49:21 Whistle Banter 🌍 52:08 Ref Shortage And Pathways 🌅 59:48 Life After Internationals ABOUT GSR! World Cup-winning Red Roses and best friends Emily Scarratt and Natasha Hunt host the award winning The Good, The Scaz & The Rugby, with their good friend, South African broadcaster, Elma Smit. Often joined by current Red Rose Meg Jones, the team brings a unique mix of insight, humour, and honesty to the world of women’s rugby. Their mission? To grow the game and help reshape how women and girls see themselves — through untold stories, raw conversations, and unmatched access across clubs, players, unions, and coaches. Subscribe for weekly episodes celebrating the people changing the game 💥🏉 Follow us on socials:   / goodscazrugby     / goodscazrugby     / goodscazrugby     / goodscazrugby   #womensrugby #goodscazrugby #podcast