In the ever-spinning world of rugby coaching carousels, Bath Rugby has snagged Martin Gleeson to fill their coaching vacancy, following the departure of Lee Blackett to England's national team under Steve Borthwick. The announcement comes on the heels of Blackett's exit last month, who had originally joined England on a temporary basis during his club's off-season before being permanently recruited by Borthwick after a stint in the Americas.
Gleeson, a former England attack coach under Eddie Jones, has been brought in by Bath's Johann van Graan to inject new energy into their setup. His recruitment marks a return to rugby union after a brief period coaching with Warrington Wolves in rugby league. Bath has started their new PREM season with a strong footing, boasting back-to-back wins, and Gleeson's arrival is expected to further bolster their campaign.
In his statement, Gleeson expressed his enthusiasm about his new role.
"What is not to get excited about. I have been watching with a keen eye the team that Johann has put together and the journey they have been on over these last couple of years. There are a lot of people here that I already know, so that was a big factor behind me coming here, and I am really looking to building on what Lee has put in place."
Johann van Graan, Bath's head of rugby, also shared his excitement about the new addition to their coaching staff. "We are excited that Martin has joined our journey and we are looking forward to what he will add to this team of ours," he stated.
Gleeson's coaching career in rugby union previously included a stint with the now-defunct Wasps, and later with the England national team, where he served until early 2023 before making a temporary switch back to rugby league. His move back to union with Bath marks a significant step in his coaching journey, reflecting both his adaptability and the high regard in which he is held within the rugby community.
Bath Rugby hopes that Gleeson's fresh perspectives and tactical acumen will lead them to further victories and perhaps a shot at the PREM title, building on the solid foundations laid by his predecessors.
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In the ever-spinning world of rugby coaching carousels, Bath Rugby has snagged Martin Gleeson to fill their coaching vacancy, following the departure of Lee Blackett to England's national team under Steve Borthwick. The announcement comes on the heels of Blackett's exit last month, who had originally joined England on a temporary basis during his club's off-season before being permanently recruited by Borthwick after a stint in the Americas.
Gleeson, a former England attack coach under Eddie Jones, has been brought in by Bath's Johann van Graan to inject new energy into their setup. His recruitment marks a return to rugby union after a brief period coaching with Warrington Wolves in rugby league. Bath has started their new PREM season with a strong footing, boasting back-to-back wins, and Gleeson's arrival is expected to further bolster their campaign.
In his statement, Gleeson expressed his enthusiasm about his new role.
"What is not to get excited about. I have been watching with a keen eye the team that Johann has put together and the journey they have been on over these last couple of years. There are a lot of people here that I already know, so that was a big factor behind me coming here, and I am really looking to building on what Lee has put in place."
Johann van Graan, Bath's head of rugby, also shared his excitement about the new addition to their coaching staff. "We are excited that Martin has joined our journey and we are looking forward to what he will add to this team of ours," he stated.
Gleeson's coaching career in rugby union previously included a stint with the now-defunct Wasps, and later with the England national team, where he served until early 2023 before making a temporary switch back to rugby league. His move back to union with Bath marks a significant step in his coaching journey, reflecting both his adaptability and the high regard in which he is held within the rugby community.
Bath Rugby hopes that Gleeson's fresh perspectives and tactical acumen will lead them to further victories and perhaps a shot at the PREM title, building on the solid foundations laid by his predecessors.