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Scott Bemand Appointed Head Coach Of Ireland Women's XV Team

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The 44-year-old Englishman has signed a three-year contract with the IRFU.

Scott Bemand has been appointed head coach of the Ireland women's fifteen team.

The 44-year-old Englishman has signed a three-year contract with the IRFU.

The former Harlequins, Leicester and Bath scrum-half takes over the role from Greg McWilliams who left after just 18 months in charge following the 2023 Six Nations.

Bemand has been part of the England women's set-up since 2015 - helping the Red Roses to six Six Nations titles, and reaching two World Cup finals.

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