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Former Ireland Rugby Women's Coach Philip Doyle Dies Aged 61

Saturday, 27 June 2026 11:44

By Mark Hanbidge

Doyle guided Ireland to a historic Grand Slam in 2013 and a World Cup semi-final in 2014.

Former Ireland women's rugby head coach Philip Doyle has died at the age of 61 following a road traffic accident while travelling abroad.

Doyle was one of the leading figures in the development of the women's game in Ireland, steering the national team to its first Women's Six Nations Grand Slam in 2013 before leading Ireland to a historic victory over New Zealand and a World Cup semi-final the following year.

Tributes have poured in from the IRFU, former players, and Blackrock College RFC, praising his lasting impact on Irish rugby.

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