Jerry Flannery, the exIreland hooker and former assistant coach of Harlequins, has become the new defence coach for the South African Springboks. He hopes to integrate smoothly into the South African rugby culture and has already demonstrated his commitment to his new team by learning Afrikaans. Flannery’s appointment and that of Tony Brown, the exAll Black flyhalf, bring an international twist to the team, highlighting the global aspect of rugby. Despite the challenge of filling Jacques Nienaber’s shoes, Flannery’s experience and determination make him wellsuited for the job.
Jerry Flannery, the exIreland hooker, is a top contender for the role of defence coach for the Springboks rugby team. His previous work with Rassie Erasmus at Munster and his current position as defence coach at Harlequins make him a leading candidate. Rumors suggest that Harlequins is preparing to bid farewell to Flannery, aligning with South Africa’s eagerness to have him start as soon as possible. If confirmed, Flannery’s inclusion in the South African coaching team could bring a new era to their rugby history.