SA rugby’s worst-kept secret: Brendan Venter named Bok defence coach
Former Springbok midfielder Brendan Venter has joined the Springboks in a consulting capacity as their new defence and exits coach, SA Rugby confirmed on Sunday.
Former Springbok midfielder Brendan Venter has joined the Springboks in a consulting capacity as their new defence and exits coach, SA Rugby confirmed on Sunday.
The Executive Council of SA Rugby reaffirmed its support for Springbok coach, Allister Coetzee, as it announced the coaching and management structure for eight national teams, involving 46 individuals.
Despite signing a deal with Italy, Brendan Venter is reportedly still on SA Rugby’s radar for a defence coaching role at the Springboks.
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