Munster Rugby announce two new coaching appointments
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Munster Rugby and the IRFU are have this morning announced that Alex Codling will take up the role of Forwards Coach with the province for the 2025/26 season.
Codling joined Munster in November as Forwards Coach Consultant, and he worked with the province throughout the remainder of the 2024/25 season alongside his commitments with the Ireland Senior Women’s squad.
Prior to his current role with Ireland, he was Head Coach of Premiership club Newcastle Falcons and he has also coached with the senior England men’s team, Harlequins and Oyonnax.
Codling will begin his new role on October 1st after he completes his time with Ireland at the Women’s Rugby World Cup. During the pre-season period, the role of Forwards Coach will be covered by incoming Head Coach Clayton McMillan, who will be supported by Elite Player Development Officer Tommy O’Donnell.
Munster Rugby and the IRFU have also announced that Brad Mayo has been appointed as the province’s new Head of Athletic Performance.
Mayo, who will take up his new role this summer, has worked with the Brumbies, Bay of Plenty, the Chiefs, Glasgow Warriors and most recently was Head of Athletic Performance with New Zealand Super Rugby side, The Hurricanes.
Last season, Mayo also worked with incoming Head Coach Clayton McMillan in the role of Strength & Conditioning Coach for the All Blacks XV during their Northern Hemisphere Tour.
