Despite operating well beyond the boundaries of a classroom, many of the tactics and implements employed by Rugby League coaches are mirrored by academic educators everywhere.
Punctuality, precision, performance and progression are paramount in both professions.
So with this in mind, we wondered what all 16 NRL coaches would be like if they traded the coach's box for the classroom.
Des Hasler
With his Hollywood hair and back catalogue of theatrics, Mr. Hasler teaches both English Literature and Drama.
Having previously exited Northern Beaches High by means of a very public rage quit, Mr. Hasler returned back last year following a fluctuant stint out west.
Never one to go about his business quietly, he openly compares himself to many of Shakespeare's tragic protagonists, however, he's a day time soap extra in everyone else's eyes.
Mr. Hasler puts on a big stage performance every year, but he hasn't received a warm reception from critics for some time now โ 2011 to be exact.
