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Wayne Smith to coach New Zealand women following damning review

Wayne Smith is one of the most respected coaches in New Zealand rugby

WELLINGTON – Former All Blacks coach Wayne Smith was appointed Thursday to head a new set-up for the New Zealand women’s team following a damning review into the way the side had been handled.

The review into the team culture found members of the Black Ferns had been subjected to culturally insensitive comments, alleged favouritism and body-shaming from coaches.

It led to the resignation last week of head coach Glenn Moore, less than six months from the Women’s World Cup, which will be hosted by defending champions New Zealand.

Smith, known in rugby circles as “the professor” because of his deep knowledge of the game, moves into the role of director of rugby…

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