New Blues Coach: Former All Blacks Assistant to Replace Vern Cotter

Ex-All Blacks assistant named new Blues coach

In a major Super Rugby shake-up, the Hurricanes have confirmed assistant coach Jason Holland will depart the capital at the end of the 2026 season to take the reins in Auckland.

New Blues coach: Former All Blacks assistant to replace Vern Cotter

Jason Holland is set to be unveiled as the next Blues head coach. The Blues have acted swiftly to land their next long-term mentor since Vern Cotter...

Blues land ex-All Blacks coach

A former All Blacks coach will replace Blues boss Vern Cotter at the end of the season. Jason Holland will take over the reins at the Auckland-based club on a three-year deal when Cotter leaves to take up a role with the Reds. It’s the latest chapter in an 18-year coaching career for Holland, who has built his reputation across both hemispheres. He has previously held assistant roles at Munster, the Crusaders and the Hurricanes, before stepping …

Jason Holland new Blues head coach from 2027

The Blues have confirmedJason Holland as head coach for the 2027 Super Rugby season, on a three-year contract.