Dick Muir returns to Sharks coaching role

The Sharks have announced the appointment of Dick Muir, the former Springbok and Sharks player and coach.  He will join the Sharks coaching team as a consultant responsible for the team’s attack and backline play for the 2018 rugby season.

The Sharks CEO, Gary Teichmann said:  “Dick’s coaching record and his passion for the game makes him the ideal person for the role.  He is passionate about this team, our proud history and helping to take us forward. 
 
 
“He has a lot to offer in terms of shaping our attack as well as mentoring and guiding our young backline to reach their full potential.  After a break, we are happy that he has decided to return to the coaching fore with his expertise and technical astuteness.”

With a highly successful coaching track record that includes coaching The Sharks to the Final of the 2007 Super Rugby tournament as well as his role as assistant coach of the Springboks from 2008 – 2011, Muir alongside Head Coach Robert du Preez will bring extensive knowledge, experience and grit to the portfolio.

Looking ahead to 2018, du Preez stated:  It’s important for us to kick-on from where we left off in 2017.  A strong team culture is paramount to success and the basis of our culture centres around a strong work ethic, respect for each other and our jersey. 
 
“We are fortunate to have a loyal group of players who’ve bought into the strong long-term vision that we are working towards.  As a coaching unit, we are committed to providing our players with the technical skills and game plan, with which they can develop and eventually stake a claim for higher honours.”