Shaun Connor returns to Dragons' backroom staff for upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 7:47 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Shaun Connor has been appointed as the kicking and skills consultant for the Dragons as part of several new backroom team changes for the 2026-2027 season. Connor, a former fly-half with experience coaching Wales women, also previously coached Dragons' academy and worked with Wales Under-20s. Simon Church will also return, taking on the role of strength and conditioning coach after previously serving at the club. These appointments follow Connor's departure from the Wales women's coaching team after the 2025 Rugby World Cup.
- •Shaun Connor joins the Dragons as kicking and skills consultant.
- •Connor has previously coached at various levels, including Wales Under-20s.
- •Simon Church returns as strength and conditioning coach for the Dragons.
- •Connor left the Wales women's coaching staff after the 2025 Rugby World Cup.
- •Several changes to the Dragons' backroom staff are being implemented this season.
- 7:47 AMYahoo Sports — Connor returns to Dragons after Wales women exit
"Shaun Connor is among several new appointments to Dragons' backroom staff for the 2026-2027 season.
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