Deans to leave Crusaders

[The InnFORCEr]

Deans to leave Crusaders
March 13, 2007 - 10:16am
Story by: Sportal
Scott Hamilton speeds away from the Brumbies
Crusaders coach Robbie Deans has announced he will leave the Super 14 champions at the end of this season.
The former New Zealand assistant coach confirmed that he would 'be seeking new challenges' after an impressive six-year tenure at Jade Stadium, which resulted in three Super 12 titles and the inaugural Super 14 crown.
However, he clarified that no previous discussions had taken place, and denied meeting Stormers officials over a role with the Cape franchise.
He told The Christchurch Press: "I don't have anything in concrete, no. I'm a lot more conscious of alternatives if you like, but that's it."
Deans played down speculation that he is the All Blacks coach-designate.
He added: "There's nothing certain. Those decisions are made in time, and it's just not in mind right now. If it became a reality, I'd consider it."
The New Zealand Rugby Union has re-affirmed its intent to keep Deans within New Zealand, although he has been linked with a number of other Super 14 jobs and key northern hemisphere positions.

[Sagerian]

I'm sure he can take Henry's job after the All Blacks drop the semi-final this year.

[The InnFORCEr]

onya Sage that is the line I was after

[Sagerian]

YAY!!!!

[Happy]

hahaha

[shasta]

I'm sure he can take Henry's job after the All Blacks drop the semi-final this year.

Our Kiwi buddies have sure invested some stock in this RWC, haven't they. The fallout will be unbelievable if the choke's on again. Here's hoping

[Darren]

I don't want them to see them choke, I just want to see them get soundly beaten - preferably by the Wallabies.

[shasta]

I don't want them to see them choke, I just want to see them get soundly beaten - preferably by the Wallabies.

Ideally, coach. But the weight of expectation they are placing on their heroes is going to be a big factor.