Todd Blackadder
Rugby player and coach, Crusaders leader
Played rugby union for Canterbury and the All Blacks, earning 41 caps from 1992 to 1997. Contributed to the success of the Crusaders as both a player and later as a coach. Coached the team to multiple Super Rugby titles, solidifying a legacy in New Zealand rugby. After retirement, moved into coaching roles, focusing on player development and strategies within the team framework.
Played for the All Blacks in the 1990s
Coached Crusaders to several Super Rugby titles
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