Mike Prendergast preaches patience for new Munster approach

Munster attack coach Mike Prendergast says he sees 'green shoots' in the province's play. With some of the younger players impressing in particular

WATCHFUL EYE: Munster attack coach Mike Prendergast says he see 'green shoots' in Munster's play. Pic: INPHO/Ben Brady

Munster's new coaching team has been preaching patience from supporters almost from the day they got together in pre-season with a mission to overhaul the way the Reds think, train and play.

After four weeks of the new BKT United Rugby Championship campaign it is easy to see why they have been urging caution. Three games in and though Graham Rowntree’s players have finally delivered a victory, a 21-5 win over Zebre Parma last Saturday in Cork, the manner of their performances ahead of this Friday’s visit to derby rivals Connacht has done little to suggest Munster are on the immediate cusp of great deeds.