New Zealander Dave Rennie remains “very committed” coaching the Wallabies despite the resignation of Rugby Australia chief executive Raelene Castle.
Glasgow head coach Dave Rennie remains “very committed” to taking charge of Australia despite major disappointment over the sudden departure of the woman who appointed him.
Reports claimed Rennie could think twice about taking the role after fellow New Zealander Raelene Castle last week left her job as Rugby Australia chief executive days after 10 former Wallabies captains joined forces to call for change in the union.
But Rennie confirmed he would still take the job as planned when his Warriors contract runs out at the end of June.
“I’m really gutted at the decision to move Raelene on,” he said on Tuesday.
“As I have stated all along, she’s a big part of the reason I decided to sign with Australia.
“I was really impressed with her. She had a real clear plan of what the next few years would look like.
“So I’m really disappointed. But she exited with real dignity and class and the first thing she said to me was she still wants me to go to Australia.
“I’m disappointed with the decision and clearly I wanted to have a chat with the board and get clarity about what the plan looks like now but I’m still very committed.”
Rennie has been in regular contact with director of rugby Scott Johnson, who previously worked with the Scottish Rugby Union, and has already selected a wide group of “players of national interest” in conjunction with his future coaching colleagues.
“I have been speaking to a lot of different people who we brought into the group and people who are also affected by the decision,” he added.
“We have been doing a lot of work and preparation for whenever the season comes around.”
Gepetto
Roar Rookie
I'm sure Coach Clown wanted an extension; nothing was ever his fault. Instead of becoming collaborative, he sacked Larkham.
tsuru
Roar Rookie
Bobby, getting himself elected is one thing. Performing the job is another.
Waxhead
Roar Rookie
@Bobby hahahahaha - I'd rather be a hypocrite than a racist :silly:
PeterK
Roar Guru
waxhead - So you don't oppose all forms anywhere and and against anyone then, otherwise you have said yes to the cases I gave. Your statement after all was absolute without qualification but now it does seem to be qualified since it seems it required a debate from you.
Gepetto
Roar Rookie
Michael Cheika didn't become a flawed Wallaby coach four years ago. His selection policy in the 2015 World Cup campaign convinced me he was a dud.
Train Without A Station
Roar Guru
That’s popularity
Bobby
Roar Rookie
Warhead, IF you had the courage of your convictions, you would sell your house (if you have one) your car and other possessions you own and donate all including most of your salary, to the underprivelaged, the homeless, etc etc. I bet you live a peivelaged life compared to a disabled Kalahari Bushman. The only word that adequately describes you is "hypocrite".
Bobby
Roar Rookie
Tsusu, you mean that bloke who won the election in a country of 330 million. Seems like a touch of genius right there !
Bobby
Roar Rookie
Jacko, I do believe that Kearns believes he is the best man for the job !!! Not me !
elvis
Roar Rookie
That's a pretty fair comment, more than a grain of truth in it too thinking about it.
Jacko
Guest
Thats not what he said "live" on fox the other day.
Jacko
Guest
Why do you think the Hateful 10 decided to do the takeover when they did? All the hard work has been done to an exceptional standard. All the junior pathways are now aligned to make Aus rugby stronger and the new coaching panel...the most promising in years...is all signed sealed and delivered......So they will sit back...do nothing....and reap the benifits of someone elses hard work....
Jacko
Guest
Bobby if Kearns is the best man for the job then get a woman....PLEASE...
tsuru
Roar Rookie
Waxhead, it sounds to me that you just described a certain American who sees himself as a “stable genius.”
Waxhead
Roar Rookie
@PeterK ahh what you state is irrelevant to my original comments and I don't intend to engage in a philosophical debate here about the many issues you raise. Same for Bobby and his "utopia" crap. He appears to be just another garden variety racist is all :silly:
Bobby
Roar Rookie
N. Yep you're right. A win would have meant Cameron, Raelene and Michael (x2) would be one big happy family.
Wigeye
Guest
What can we do to voice our concerns as rugby public to keep the wallaby greats away from the coalface, to take the power away from them,can't the roar help us stand up,or has anyone got idea s ? I fear not much will change we will sit back and watch the bad unfold,I hope Dave r picks 10 new caps similar to the baby blacks
gatesy
Roar Guru
If you took the time to read my articles, I doubt you will find any that speculate on the goings on of the powers that be.
numpty
Roar Rookie
No Paul you've got it wrong firing Raelene was the solution. Rugby is fixed now and clearly in a better position, don't you see it. The coach is happy, we have a clear direction, a great leader and everyone is on the same page. (mild sarcasm built in).
numpty
Roar Rookie
I believe the ABs gave Rennie a call actually. https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/international/117569960/dave-rennie-why-i-chose-the-wallabies-job-over-the-all-blacks-and-new-zealand-rugby