Steve Tandy Takes the Helm of Wales with Ambition to Revive National Pride
Steve Tandy, the new Wales head coach, has expressed his determination to revitalize national pride and lead the team to the top of world rugby. Following a period of decline in the rankings, Tandy, with roots in Tonmawr and former player and coach of the Ospreys, returns to his homeland after six years as Scotland’s defense coach. Tandy becomes the first Welshman to lead the national team since 2007, at a crucial moment where Wales is ranked 12th in the world. The team broke a streak of 17 consecutive losses by beating Japan last month, in the last match of Matt Sherratt’s interim tenure.The coach also highlighted the pride and importance of family in Welsh rugby, promising to work hard to take the team to new achievements.“The privilege and honor of being head coach of your country is huge,” Tandy stated.
Steve Tandy
Tandy, who won the Pro12 competition during his time at the Ospreys, has worked in Australia and Scotland, and was also defense coach on the 2021 British and Irish Lions tour. The coach will start his work on September 1, preparing for the autumn matches against Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa. He will work with the WRU’s performance director, Dave Reddin, to form his technical team.“We have to build performances incrementally. From campaign to campaign, we have to be better and see how we can build that performance with the exciting group we have,” added Tandy.
Steve Tandy
