Edwards confirmed as Wales’ new defence coach

WASPS head coach Shaun Edwards has been appointed Wales’ defence coach on a part-time basis until January 2010.

The Welsh Rugby Union confirmed Edwards’ appointment yesterday after reaching an agreement over a release contract with Wasps.

Edwards will be reunited with Wales head coach Warren Gatland, after the pair enjoyed unparalleled success at Wasps — winning a hat-trick of Premiership titles and the Heineken Cup.

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