Clark Laidlaw to become New Zealand 7s Head Coach

Experienced sevens and rugby coach Clark Laidlaw has been appointed the new Head Coach of the All Blacks Sevens.

Laidlaw, who joined the Exiles ahead of the 2015/16 season, will take up his new role from 1 June 2017.

"Clark is a very talented coach and this is a fantastic opportunity for him to progress his career on the international scene with New Zealand Rugby," said Director of Rugby Nick Kennedy.

"This is a great move for him and his family and we will wish him well in the next chapter of his coaching career."

Formerly Skills Coach and Video Analyst within the All Blacks Sevens set-up as well as Assistant Coach of the Hurricanes, Laidlaw is regarded as one of the brightest young coaches in New Zealand.