Felix Jones has been reappointed as an assistant coach for South Africa, working alongside Jerry Flannery, the defense coach. Rassie Erasmus is fine-tuning his coaching staff following successful World Cup victories in recent years, aiming for continued improvement and competitiveness in future international matches.
South Africa has appointed Felix Jones as an assistant coach, enhancing the coaching staff ahead of the next World Cup cycle. Rassie Erasmus, who previously hired Jones as a defense consultant in 2019, is finalizing the backroom team following their successful World Cup campaigns in Japan and France.
After his stint with England concluded unhappily, Jones left in August 2023 and now reunites with his former teammate Jerry Flannery, who was announced earlier this month as the team’s defense coach.
Erasmus expressed enthusiasm about Jones’s return, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Felix back into the Springbok team and we are excited to see him pick up where he left off in 2023.” He highlighted Jones’s significant contributions to the coaching team over the past four years.
Erasmus further indicated that Jones’s experience will be invaluable, drawing from his time in England and his analysis of teams in the Six Nations and other international fixtures. This knowledge is expected to aid the Springboks as they prepare for a demanding international season.
The overarching aim remains clear: to continually improve and maintain status as one of the world’s top teams while also striving to defend their World Cup title in Australia in 2027. Jones, alongside the broader coaching staff, will play a crucial role in this endeavor.
Felix Jones returns to the South African coaching staff as an assistant coach, enhancing the team alongside Jerry Flannery, the new defense coach. Rassie Erasmus emphasized Jones’s experience and contributions, which will be beneficial for future competitions as they aim to maintain their status as a top rugby nation while defending their World Cup title in 2027.
Original Source: www.rte.ie
