Todd Blackadder

Rugby player and coach, Crusaders leader

Todd Blackadder - Rugby player and coach, Crusaders leader
Born

September 20th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

Links & References

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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