Canterbury announce the replacement….

Canterbury Rugby’s head coach, Marty Bourke, has been reappointed for the 2024 National Provincial Championship (NPC) season, providing continuity and building on a coaching group that has been successful under his leadership. Bourke, who also recently secured a role as an assistant coach with the Chiefs in Super Rugby, is joined by assistant coaches Alex Robertson, Craig Dunlea, and Matt Todd, all of whom are committed through 2025. This leadership stability aims to strengthen Canterbury’s rugby community and player development.

Bourke expressed gratitude for the support of Canterbury Rugby and the opportunity to grow within both Canterbury’s NPC team and Super Rugby, indicating that his Super Rugby experience with the Chiefs will bring valuable insights back to Canterbury. CEO Tony Smail praised Bourke and his team for their engagement with local clubs and commitment to fostering growth pathways within the sport【6†source】【7†source】【8†source】.