Mark Jones emphasizes need for stability at Ospreys amid uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 11:59 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Ospreys coach Mark Jones calls for clarity as his team gears up for the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship season. The squad faces off-field challenges with the Welsh Rugby Union planning to reduce teams. Jones commended his players for their resilience amid ongoing uncertainties regarding the club's future. The WRU aims to finalize its team framework by the end of the season. Ospreys begin the season with four away fixtures before their first game at St Helen's on October 24.
- •Mark Jones encourages Ospreys players to maintain focus amid uncertainty.
- •The squad begins the season with four away matches.
- •WRU plans to reduce men's teams by 2028 raises concerns.
- •Final decisions on team structure expected by end of 2026-27 season.
- •St Helen's redevelopment aims to boost Ospreys' prospects.
- 11:59 AMYahoo Sports — Resilient Ospreys players need certainty - Jones
"Mark Jones hopes his Ospreys squad can have a strong season in the United Rugby Championship after showing their resilience in 2025-26.
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