Easterby, Wigglesworth, Dalziel join Farrell's Lions coaching team
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Andy Farrell, head coach of the British and Irish Lions, has appointed Simon Easterby, Andrew Goodman, John Fogarty, Richard Wigglesworth, and John Dalziel as his assistants for the upcoming Australia tour. This selection marks the first time since 2001 that no Welsh coach is included in the Lions' coaching staff.
Key Points
Andy Farrell has finalized his coaching team for the Lions' Australia tour.
The team includes three coaches from Ireland, one from Scotland, and one from England.
Simon Easterby, who was interim Ireland coach, joins the Lions instead of staying for Ireland's summer tests.
Richard Wigglesworth and John Dalziel complete the coaching lineup.
Farrell emphasized the versatility and fresh perspective of the coaching group.
The Lions will play Argentina in Dublin before their tour in Australia, with the test series scheduled for July and August.
