Coaching Team 2023/24

Coaching Set-Up 2023/24

Ebbw Vale RFC are pleased to announce the coaching setup for the new season.

Jason Strange, who has made such an impact at the club on and off the field since his return 18 months ago, will continue as head coach in 2023/24.

He will continue to work alongside Steve Lang (Assistant Coach), Aaron Coundley (Forwards Coach) and Nicky Strange (Strength and Conditioning Coach) who all played an important part in the team’s improved performance on the field last season.

Joining the set-up in an advisory capacity will be Mostyn Richards. The former WRU Elite Performance Manager will be working as a learning coordinator at the club with a focus on coach development and support.

Former player Dan Haymond will continue to be team manager and will be assisted by Doug Taylor in all team matters.

Joining the medical team will be new head physio Geraint Evans, who will work alongside the returning Alan Hancock. Rhys Thomas will remain as the club doctor.

Supporting the squad will be the backroom team of Ron Taylor (Kit Manager), Dilwyn Snelgrove and Ashley Margetson. Joining the team will be Andrew Phillips who will be focusing on press and social media content.

Matthew ‘Chunky’ Williams will continue as Head Coach of the Ebbw Vale Youth team working closely with senior coaches to provide a clear route and continuity for young players coming through as part of the Steelmen’s Premiership Pathway programme. He will be assisted by Richard Brown in the coaching of the youth team.