Graham Rowntree named as next Munster head coach
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Graham Rowntree has been confirmed as the next Munster head coach. The province’s current forwards coach will succeed the Bath-bound Johann van Graan next season after signing a two-year deal that runs from July 1st.
Rowntree, who has previously worked as part of England and British and Irish Lions coaching teams, moved to Munster in October 2019.
“I am hugely honoured to be taking over the role of head coach for a club of this calibre, one that means so much to me and my family,” Rowntree told Munster’s official website. “We have thoroughly enjoyed every moment here, and I fortunately get to work with an incredible group of staff and players who share a common goal each day in striving for success.
“I believe we have the established structures in place, with the resources and facilities to match, and that it will be a smooth transition for the coaching ticket we assemble in ensuring continued development and success for this club.”
Munster chief executive Ian Flanagan added: “Graham’s extensive coaching experience and knowledge for the game makes him the perfect candidate to lead this squad forward.
“With Graham stepping up at the start of the new season, it will be a seamless and natural progression from the work that has been carried out to date.
“For now, we will continue our focus on the remainder of this season, with Graham supporting Johann and the coaching staff in achieving our goals.”
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