Widdop announces senior coaching appointments
May 7, 2010
Director of Rugby Andy Widdop is delighted to announce the appointment of Andy Hickling and Mike Marchant.
Andy Hickling was last involved with The Blues two seasons ago and is highly regarded by players and supporters alike. Previously Hickling was Director of Rugby with the Army Rugby Union and is qualified to the highest level (Level 5) normally the preserve of elite National and Premiership Coaches. He is a proven motivator and somebody that you “want to play for”, he is a fantastic addition to our team. Andy will primarily be involved working with the 1st XV squad forwards.
Mike Marchant has been coaching with Newbury Blues for 5 years taking charge of the 2nd XV and more recently the development XV last season. Again Mike is an experienced coach who is very widely respected especially in Hampshire where he has been involved with the U20′s team looking for and developing new talent. Mike is also an England divisional coach. Mike will primarily be working with the 1st XV squad backs.
It is great news for Newbury Blues that we are able to put together an experienced coaching team and more announcements will be made soon. As previously stated we will be looking to improve players right across the club and having the correct coaching structure is a prime objective for Andy Widdop.
Comments
Got something to say?