Munster make Codling and Mayo appointments for 2025/26
Munster have made Alex Codling's stay with the province permanent after the announcement that he will take up the role of forwards coach for the 2025/26 season.
Codling joined Munster back in November as forwards coach consultant, following the departures of Graham Rowntree and Andi Kyriacou, and worked with the province throughout the remainder of the 2024/25 season, juggling his commitments with the Ireland women's squad.
Codling will begin his new role on October 1 after he completes his time with Ireland at the Women's Rugby World Cup.
Prior to his current role alongside Ireland coach Scott Bemand, he held the head coach role at Premiership outfit Newcastle Falcons, while he has also coached with England, Harlequins and Oyonnax.
Prior to his arrival, the role of forwards coach will be covered by incoming head coach Clayton McMillan, who will be supported by elite player development officer Tommy O'Donnell.
Meanwhile, Brad Mayo has been appointed as the province's new head of athletic performance.
Mayo - who will take up his new role this summer - has worked with the Brumbies, Bay of Plenty, the Chiefs, Glasgow Warriors, and most recently with New Zealand Super Rugby side, The Hurricanes.
Last season, the highly-touted Mayo also worked with McMillan in the role of strength and conditioning coach for the All Blacks XV.
'Alex's impact since he began working with us in November has been excellent and we are delighted that he will be back with us for the 2025/26 season," said Munster general manager Ian Costello.
'We also look forward to welcoming Brad to Munster this summer. Brad has worked in elite environments all over the world, and I'm sure he will be a huge addition to the high-performance team.
'Securing the services of Alex and Brad in conjunction with the arrival of Clayton adds to a top-class coaching and performance support team as we look forward to the new season.'
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