Edwards signs short-term deal with Red Roses
Shaun Edwards has started a short-term coaching consultancy role with England women.
Edwards has signed a short-term coaching consultancy role with England women's rugby team, the Red Roses. The 59-year-old will collaborate with current Red Roses defence coach Sarah Hunter for the remainder of their WXV Global Series matches, beginning with New Zealand at Allianz Stadium on Saturday. This development follows England's 39-Test winning streak coming to an end with a 26-26 draw against Canada last weekend.
Edwards, a highly decorated coach, recently parted ways with France, where he secured three Six Nations titles as their defence coach. He has never previously worked with England. Head coach John Mitchell expressed excitement about Edwards joining the women's team, praising his respect for the Red Roses and his exceptional coaching credentials.
Sarah Hunter expressed enthusiasm at the prospect of learning from Edwards, alongside the rest of the coaching group, as they prepare for another thrilling Test match against New Zealand. Edwards himself recently expressed his interest in returning to coaching and potentially participating in next year's men's Six Nations.
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