Austin Healey

Austin Healey – Former England & Leicester Tigers Rugby Star, Broadcaster, Entrepreneur & Leadership Expert

Introduction

Austin Healey is a former England rugby international who earned 51 caps for his country and became a household name through his dynamic versatility on the field. Renowned for his ability to play multiple positions, including scrum-half, fly-half, and fullback, Healey was a key figure for Leicester Tigers during one of the club’s most successful periods, winning multiple Premiership titles and two Heineken Cups. Since retiring, Austin has built a multifaceted career as a TV presenter, commentator, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, engaging audiences with his sharp wit, leadership insights, and stories from top-level sport.

Speaking Topics

High-Performance Teamwork
Leadership & Resilience Under Pressure
Transition from Sport to Business
Building a Winning Mindset
Life Lessons from Rugby & Broadcasting

Credentials & Impact

Austin Healey’s rugby career is defined by excellence and adaptability. A stalwart of Leicester Tigers, he played more than 200 matches, helping the team to four consecutive Premiership titles and two Heineken Cup victories. On the international stage, he represented England 51 times, including participation in the Rugby World Cup, Six Nations, and British & Irish Lions tours.

Beyond rugby, Austin has forged a strong presence in the media as a pundit and commentator for BT Sport and the BBC, offering expert analysis on the Premiership, European rugby, and international fixtures. He became a household name after competing in “Strictly Come Dancing” and has since worked across popular TV programmes, combining charisma with sports insight.

As an entrepreneur, Healey has applied his sporting lessons to the business world, working in financial services and technology, as well as launching successful business ventures. Today, he is in high demand as a motivational speaker, sharing lessons on leadership, resilience, adaptability, and achieving peak performance in fast-paced, competitive environments.

Publications & Media

Austin Healey is the author of his autobiography “Me & My Mouth,” a candid and humorous reflection on his professional journey, life in rugby, and the lessons learned along the way. His natural charisma has made him a popular face on television, with regular punditry roles on BT Sport’s rugby coverage and contributions to BBC programmes, including Rugby Special. He has also appeared on mainstream entertainment shows such as “Strictly Come Dancing,” showcasing his personality to audiences beyond the sporting world.

In addition to TV, Austin has written for leading newspapers and magazines, offering insights into rugby, leadership, and resilience, while also becoming a respected after-dinner speaker. His ability to move seamlessly between serious sporting analysis, motivational messages, and entertainment content has helped him build a strong profile across media and publishing, cementing his reputation as one of rugby’s most engaging personalities both on and off the field.

Why book Austin Healey?

Austin Healey blends the credibility of an elite international rugby career with the charisma of a seasoned broadcaster and entrepreneur. His talks captivate audiences with humour, honesty, and practical lessons in resilience, teamwork, and adapting to change. Whether addressing corporate teams, leadership groups, or sporting audiences, he delivers unforgettable sessions packed with value.

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