Tuesday 12 Hour Round Up
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Allister Coetzee confirmed as Springbok coach
South African Rugby confirmed Coetzee's appointment at a press conference earlier today. He became the first black provincial rugby side coach in 2001 and his career has included a successful tenure with the Stormers. Coetzee was appointed as assistant Springbok coach in 2004 and was part of the 2007 World Cup winning team.
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Wayne Pivac confirms talks with Crusaders wing
Pivac has confirmed that he has spoken with Crusaders Johnny McNicholl about a move to Llanelli next season to ply alongside Welsh Trio Jonathan Davies, Scott Williams
and Rhys Patchell.
"We haven't finalised a squad for next season but we aren't far off," said Pivac. "That is a name that has been mentioned but there are other players, along with him, that I have spoken to."
"But outside back is a position we are looking to fill."
Beale set for Waratahs return
Beale looks ready to return to action for the Waratahs in Round 8 of Super Rugby after an elbow injury saw him miss Round 6 (the team had a Round 7 bye).
"If he continues to get through [sessions], then hopefully he'll be available for selection," said assistant coach Cameron Blade.
South African Rugby confirmed Coetzee's appointment at a press conference earlier today. He became the first black provincial rugby side coach in 2001 and his career has included a successful tenure with the Stormers. Coetzee was appointed as assistant Springbok coach in 2004 and was part of the 2007 World Cup winning team.
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Wayne Pivac confirms talks with Crusaders wing
Pivac has confirmed that he has spoken with Crusaders Johnny McNicholl about a move to Llanelli next season to ply alongside Welsh Trio Jonathan Davies, Scott Williams
and Rhys Patchell.
"We haven't finalised a squad for next season but we aren't far off," said Pivac. "That is a name that has been mentioned but there are other players, along with him, that I have spoken to."
"But outside back is a position we are looking to fill."
Beale set for Waratahs return
Beale looks ready to return to action for the Waratahs in Round 8 of Super Rugby after an elbow injury saw him miss Round 6 (the team had a Round 7 bye).
"If he continues to get through [sessions], then hopefully he'll be available for selection," said assistant coach Cameron Blade.