Ruddock to focus on creating winning culture as he takes up U20 role

NEW Ireland Under-20 boss Mike Ruddock admits that development of young talent and the creation of a winning culture are his key objectives in the new role.

The former Wales and Worcester boss takes over the reins from Allen Clarke, who will focus on his role as the IRFU’s high performance manager.

Ruddock enjoyed a spell at Dublin club side Bective Rangers early in his coaching career, and he worked as Leinster director of rugby for three years before guiding Wales to the 2005 Grand Slam.