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Munster Cancel Coach Appointment After Backlash to Historic Rape ...
The province said recent discussions made the move untenable after scrutiny over the hire prompted resignations from two advisory groups.
- On Thursday, Munster Rugby confirmed that Roger Randle will not join the club as attack coach, with both parties mutually agreeing to cancel the appointment following recent discussions.
- Intense scrutiny regarding a resurfaced 1997 rape allegation prompted the cancellation, as the appointment of the New Zealander sparked significant discord within the organization and among the fan base.
- Three former players resigned from the Professional Games Committee in protest over lack of consultation, followed by departures from the Commercial Advisory Group, including chairman Aongus Hegarty.
- Head coach Clayton McMillan expressed "personally disappointed" by the outcome, while general manager Ian Costello stated the decision was difficult but necessary for all parties involved.
- Munster now faces a search for a new attack coach, while Chiefs chairman Errol Brain confirmed that Randle remains a "valued member" of the coaching staff in New Zealand.
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