Graham Henry
Rugby coach and World Cup winner
Rugby coach and World Cup winner
A rugby coach with a distinguished career, emphasized coaching at the international level. Led the New Zealand national rugby team, the All Blacks, to victory in the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Prior coaching experience included successful tenures with various regional teams, contributing to the development of rugby in New Zealand. Also served as a coach for the Wales national team prior to leading the All Blacks. His coaching style and strategies gained recognition within the sport.
Coached New Zealand All Blacks to 2011 Rugby World Cup victory
Served as head coach of Wales national rugby team
Influenced New Zealand rugby coaching standards
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