Joe Schmidt accepts consultancy role with Ulster Rugby to develop coaches
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:22 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Joe Schmidt has been appointed as a coach development advisor for Ulster Rugby, focusing on enhancing the province's coaching pathway. Schmidt's role, which does not involve the senior team, aims to support coaches across all levels, from schools to professional programs. Schmidt concluded his time with the Australian national team after a Nations Championship win over Italy. Ulster's general manager Rory Best emphasized the importance of strengthening coaching development as part of a long-term strategic plan. Schmidt's extensive coaching experience will be utilized to foster a more connected coaching environment across the province.
- •Joe Schmidt to work as coach development advisor for Ulster Rugby.
- •Role focuses on enhancing the coaching pathway throughout the organization.
- •Schmidt recently ended his tenure with the Wallabies after a win against Italy.
- •Rory Best highlighted the long-term strategy for coaching development.
- •Schmidt aims to create a connected coaching environment across the province.
- 11:22 AMYahoo Sports — Schmidt to work with Ulster coaches
- 11:17 AMBBC Sport — Schmidt to work in consultancy role at Ulster
"Former Ireland and Australia head coach Joe Schmidt will work with Ulster in a consultancy role focused on the province's coaching pathway.
"Former Ireland and Australia head coach Joe Schmidt will work with Ulster in a consultancy role focused on the province's coaching pathway.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 11:22 AMSchmidt to work with Ulster coaches
Former Ireland and Australia head coach Joe Schmidt will work with Ulster in a consultancy role focused on the province's coaching pathway.
- BBC SportJul 29, 2026, 11:17 AMSchmidt to work in consultancy role at Ulster
Former Ireland and Australia head coach Joe Schmidt will work with Ulster in a consultancy role focused on the province's coaching pathway.
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