Shaun Edwards' Move to Red Roses Was Inspired by His Late Mother, Says Packer
England back row Marlie Packer says the defence coach's surprise switch to the women's national rugby team was partly influenced by his late mother, Phyllis.
England back row Marlie Packer has said that defence coach Shaun Edwards' move into the Red Roses coaching set-up was partly inspired by his late mother, Phyllis, according to a report by BBC Sport.
Edwards' switch to work with England's women's rugby team came as a surprise move within the sport, and Packer's comments offer some personal context behind the coach's decision.
The report did not provide further detail on Phyllis Edwards or the specific nature of her influence on her son's coaching career, nor did it specify when Edwards officially joined the Red Roses' coaching staff.
Edwards has an extensive background in rugby coaching, having previously worked in defensive coaching roles at both club and international level in the men's game.
Further comments from Packer or Edwards on the move, and its expected impact on the Red Roses' performance, were not included in the report.
Sources
- Edwards' Red Roses move inspired by late mother — BBC Sport
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