Wales Coach to Consult with Ospreys

Ospreys have confirmed that Wales assistant coach, Shaun Edwards, will link up with the side this season in a consultancy role.

The former Wasps head coach, and Wigan Rugby League legend, will combine his role with his ongoing duties with the Welsh Rugby Union, working exclusively with the Ospreys at regional level. His first involvement will see him joining the travelling party heading to Portugal for a training camp this week.

Ospreys Head Coach, Allen Clarke, is excited about Edwards being part of the coaching group for the coming season.

“Shaun is a world class coach” said Clarke. “I wanted to bring him in because we know his strengths and how they will complement the existing coaching team here at the Ospreys. His knowledge and experience is unrivalled and his CV speaks for itself. I’m delighted to have him working alongside myself and, in particular, Brad Davis, complementing the excellent work that Brad is doing with the squad.

“He knows a large number of the squad already through their involvement with the national set-up and has a good understanding of what we want to achieve day to day and across the season.

“I think this appointment is a hugely positive one for both the Ospreys and the WRU, and is a reflection of the direction Welsh rugby is heading, with a clear understanding that we are all stronger as entities working in collaboration. We are extremely grateful to the Union for facilitating it.”