The Australian rugby community is abuzz with excitement following the announcement of the Wallabies’ acquisition of former British and Irish Lions lock, Geoff Parling, to their coaching staff. The 40-year-old has served as a forwards coach at the Melbourne Rebels for the past six years and will now join Joe Schmidt’s coaching team after the current Super Rugby Pacific season concludes.
Parling, who previously worked as an assistant coach under Dave Rennie during the 2020 test season, expressed his honour at the opportunity to coach the Wallabies. He spoke of the incredible potential that lies ahead for the team and Australian rugby as a whole, emphasizing his commitment to working diligently with the Rebels before directing his focus on propelling the Wallabies forward.
With 29 test matches under his belt for England and an impressive record as part of the British and Irish Lions squad that secured victory against Australia almost 12 years ago, Parling brings a wealth of experience to the coaching group. Head coach Joe Schmidt praised Parling’s expertise in the lineout, Super Rugby knowledge, and previous experience with the Wallabies, highlighting the value that Parling will bring to the team.
As the Wallabies prepare for an eventful year, which includes test matches against Wales, Georgia, South Africa, and New Zealand, the addition of Parling to the coaching staff adds a new layer of excitement and anticipation for the team and fans alike.
The upcoming matches against Wales, Georgia, South Africa, and New Zealand are scheduled to take place at family-friendly kick-off times, promising an action-packed year for Australian rugby on home soil.
The Wallabies’ coaching team, under the leadership of Joe Schmidt, is positioned to usher in a new era for Australian rugby, and with the addition of Parling’s expertise and passion, the future looks brighter than ever. Fans are eagerly anticipating the impact that Parling will have on the team as they strive for success in the upcoming test matches.