Declan Kidney's time in charge of Ireland has come to an end
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Declan Kidney's time in charge of Ireland has come to an end
The Irish Rugby Football Union has announced that Grand Slam-winning coach Declan Kidney will not be offered a new contract.
Kidney's current deal ends on 30 June but his role as coach of the senior side will cease with immediate effect.
The IRFU released a statement which read: "The decision was made following an in-depth review process, carried out by the IRFU's National Team Review Group.
And IRFU CEO Philip Browne said: "We would like to sincerely thank Declan for his commitment to Irish rugby.
"His contribution and involvement across the spectrum of Irish rugby delivered under-age, Provincial, Grand Slam and Triple Crown success, and epitomises his passion, belief and commitment to the game.
"With a host of new and emerging talent at every level and, despite the clear challenges ahead, we are confident of securing another world-class coach to work with this talented and ambitious group of players."
Kidney's current deal ends on 30 June but his role as coach of the senior side will cease with immediate effect.
The IRFU released a statement which read: "The decision was made following an in-depth review process, carried out by the IRFU's National Team Review Group.
And IRFU CEO Philip Browne said: "We would like to sincerely thank Declan for his commitment to Irish rugby.
"His contribution and involvement across the spectrum of Irish rugby delivered under-age, Provincial, Grand Slam and Triple Crown success, and epitomises his passion, belief and commitment to the game.
"With a host of new and emerging talent at every level and, despite the clear challenges ahead, we are confident of securing another world-class coach to work with this talented and ambitious group of players."
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