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Jonathan Thomas: Worcester Warriors promote forwards coach to head coach
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Wednesday, 06 January 2021 09:18
Worcester Warriors have promoted forwards coach Jonathan Thomas to the role of head coach.The promotion will see Thomas, 38, continue to work closely with director of rugby Alan Solomons."I am very grateful for this opportunity. This is a club that I care passionately about," Thomas said."I really believe in this club and its potential."When I first spoke to the owners…
Wales Women: Warren Abrahams says cohesion is ultimate goal
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Wednesday, 06 January 2021 08:19
Head coach Warren Abrahams says the "ultimate goal is to develop cohesion" as Wales Women begin a World Cup year.It was a first opportunity for the South Africa-born coach to meet Wales' players, many of whom have impressed him in the Premier 15s, where 90 per cent of the squad play their rugby."They're making big statements and we're really proud…
Covid-19: Exeter Chiefs set to play Bristol Bears in Premiership despite positive tests
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Wednesday, 06 January 2021 03:20
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says he is confident they will be able to play against Bristol on Saturday despite having some positive Covid-19 tests within his squad.Exeter have not disclosed the number of positives but will do extra testing."It's had a slight impact on the availability of players but not huge," Baxter told BBC Sport.Five Premiership games have…
Northampton Saints v Leicester Tigers cancelled due to coronavirus cases at Franklin's Gardens
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Wednesday, 06 January 2021 04:07
Saturday's East Midlands derby between Northampton and Leicester has been cancelled due to "a number of positive" coronavirus tests in the Saints camp.In addition to the confirmed cases, "further players" are also having to isolate as close contacts.Saints - whose last Premiership fixture at London Irish was also called off - will not train again until Monday.The game will not…
Hamish Watson: Scotland back-row signs new Edinburgh contract
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Wednesday, 06 January 2021 02:46
Scotland back row Hamish Watson has signed a new "long-term" contract with Edinburgh.The 29-year-old has been with the club for 10 years, and has been capped 34 times by Scotland.Watson's extension comes just a day after it emerged winger Duhan van der Merwe, and second row Andrew Davidson will leave Edinburgh.Head coach Richard Cockerill said it is "a great statement…
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