Signs good for a Wallabies side learning to coach itself | Bret Harris

Against Ireland, the Wallabies’ game plan differed dramatically from Cheika’s prototype When Rod Macqueen coached the Wallabies during their last golden era his ultimate objective was to develop a team that was capable of coaching itself.With great leaders such as John Eales and George Gregan steering the team, the empowered Wallabies held the Bledisloe Cup for five years, won the 1999 World Cup and defeated the British and Irish Lions. Related: Australia win rugby sevens world series title ahead of final Related: Eddie Jones: ‘We have to change the players’ behaviours and that isn’t easy’ C…