Coaching ticket.

Director of rugby Dai Young has confirmed the composition of his coaching team for the coming Gallagher Premiership Rugby season.

Former Munster and Nottingham coach Ian Costello has officially been confirmed as Wasp’s new defence coach, with Andy Titterrell taking over the forwards, and Lee Blackett working with the backs.

Forwards coach – Andy Titterrell
Backs coach – Lee Blackett
Defence coach – Ian Costello

Dai Young said:

“We have started pre-season now and everything is settling nicely into place.

“It is important that the coaches have clarity within their roles, and I am confident this group will work effectively together.

“I will continue to oversee all aspects and will also maintain the active day-to-day involvement that I have always had.”