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rugby world cup-win England coach John Mitchell Has signed a long-term deal that will keep him with the team red rose across the next tournament cycle.
In September, Mitchell led England to victory at home, Witnessed the final victory over Canada Tickets at the Allianz Arena in Twickenham are already sold out.
The New Zealander has not lost since being part of the Red Rose’s 33-game winning streak.
The former All Blacks head coach has been tied to a deal that will extend beyond the 2029 World Cup in Australia, committing his future to the program as the All Blacks prepare for the Women’s Six Nations against Ireland on April 11.
“I’m excited to extend my time with the Red Roses,” Mitchell said. “This extension provides continuity throughout the World Cup cycle and enables the program to operate with a clear long-term vision.
“The past three years have been both challenging and rewarding, achieving success at the highest level while allowing individuals within the Red Rose to remain authentic. This period has helped establish rigorous standards, clear goals, wider connections and a winning culture.”
mitchell’s assistant Sarah Hunter Louis Deacon, who was responsible for defense and forward respectively, has also resigned, but offensive coach Lou Meadows will be leaving.
The head coach will take over key responsibilities in England’s attack with the recently retired coach Emily Scarlatthe has entered the coaching position Her playing career ended after the World Cup. It is understood that rugby union (RFU) is also about to confirm another key appointment within the women’s agency.
Mitchell previously said Interested in mentoring the first British and Irish Lions women’s team travel to native New Zealand next year. It is thought the RFU would not stop him if he was offered the role.
England will hope to push for a sell-out Women’s Six Nations opener when they return to Twickenham. more than 50,000 tickets sold against Ireland, while Mitchell’s side also face Wales at Ashton Gate in Bristol during the tournament.