IAN McGEECHAN RESIGNS
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Ian McGeechan

Date Posted: 15-Apr-05

Scottish Rugby announces that Ian McGeechan has tendered his resignation as Director of Rugby.

Further announcements regarding a successor and managerial changes as a consequence of this resignation will be made as soon as possible.

Commenting on the decision, SRU interim chief executive Fred McLeod said: “For many of those in Scottish Rugby who recognise what he has achieved, this is extremely regrettable news. Geech’s contribution on the field as a distinguished player, then as a coach and in his post as Director of Rugby has been immense.

“He will remain in post until he departs on the British and Irish Lions tour on 13 May and will be fully involved in all aspects of the Union’s business in the meantime.”

Ian McGeechan said: “While I am delighted to accept the new post at London Wasps this has been a difficult decision for me and everyone in Scotland may rest assured that my passion for the game here remains undiluted.”

This article was posted on 15-Apr-2005, 08:34 by Hugh Barrow.