Wales start search for new head coach

The Welsh Rugby Union has announced major changes to the structure of women's rugby in Wales as it begins looking for a new head coach.

The successful candidate will not only be responsible for leading the squad to the 2021 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand but also preparing the sevens side for the Commonwealth Games in 2022. 

In addition, two new roles of physical performance lead and performance analyst will be created. 

Rowland Phillips officially left the job in March 2020, although he was absent for the Six Nations as well as the 2019 autumn internationals.  

"We have approved plans to grow the women's game and to strengthen its performance side," said WRU chief executive Martyn Phillips.

"Covid-19 has impacted those plans like all areas of our organisation, but we have taken the conscious decision to continue with planned investments.

"We hope this will allow us to make progress in closing the gap with the top nations in women's rugby."