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Scotland’s Six Nations slump raises questions for new era under Sione Fukofuka | Sarah Rendell
Sports
5/11/2026

Scotland’s Six Nations slump raises questions for new era under Sione Fukofuka | Sarah Rendell

The Scots could collect the wooden spoon a year after their historic World Cup run. Why has progress stalled so dramatically?Is it a World Cup hangover? Or a growing injury list? Or something else? These are the questions Scotland supporters are asking themselves in the midst of a disappointing Women’s Six Nations. This was a tournament where legends such as Donna Kennedy were hoping for a third-place finish; the fact the team could end up with the wooden spoon is staggering, especially considering their historic World Cup run last year.Scotland reached the last eight for the first time since 2002 and did so in convincing fashion. They defeated Fiji, their win over Wales was dominant and they challenged Canada, the eventual runners-up, in their final pool match. They were blown away by England in the quarter-final but it was nonetheless a successful campaign. The tournament’s end brought a close to Bryan Easson’s time in charge of the team and a whole new coaching staff were employed. Continue reading...

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Guardian Sport
RFU backs Steve Borthwick to lead England for 2027 World Cup after Six Nations review
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5/5/2026

RFU backs Steve Borthwick to lead England for 2027 World Cup after Six Nations review

England suffered four defeats in dismal Six NationsBill Sweeney says improvement not ‘one simple answer’Steve Borthwick and his coaching staff are to remain in charge of England’s men’s team despite the squad’s worst Five or Six Nations for 50 years. The Rugby Football Union has opted to back Borthwick and his lieutenants through to next year’s Rugby World Cup in Australia having completed what it described as “a detailed and robust review” of England’s latest campaign.Despite having lost four Five or Six Nations games in the same season for the first time since 1976, the RFU has chosen to keep faith with the Borthwick regime in the belief that things can only get better. The union has decided that sacking the head coach is not the optimal solution, having previously dispensed with Eddie Jones’s services nine months prior to the 2023 World Cup. Continue reading...

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Former Kansas State Head Coach Jerome Tang Returns to Baylor as Associate Head Coach
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4/28/2026AI summary

Former Kansas State Head Coach Jerome Tang Returns to Baylor as Associate Head Coach

Jerome Tang is returning to Baylor as associate head coach, finalizing a multi-year deal with the Bears. Tang was fired by Kansas State in February after publicly criticizing his players following a loss to Cincinnati. He previously spent 19 years as an assistant under Scott Drew at Baylor, including as associate head coach on the 2021 NCAA championship team, before leaving for the Kansas State head coaching position in 2022.

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ESPN
Venkatesh Iyer opens up on RCB bench time, reveals clarity from coaching staff
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4/23/2026AI summary

Venkatesh Iyer opens up on RCB bench time, reveals clarity from coaching staff

Venkatesh Iyer, the 31-year-old all-rounder, has featured in just one game for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their first six matches this season after being picked up for Rs 7 crore at the mini-auction — significantly less than his previous KKR price. Despite being unused to sitting out, Iyer has embraced his role, stating he places team success above个人 glory and understands the dynamics of a defending champion side. He credits coaching staff including Mo Bobat, Andy Flower and Dinesh Karthik for providing clarity on his role.

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TOI Sports
Nets Sign Head Coach Jordi Fernandez and Coaching Staff to Multiyear Extensions
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4/20/2026AI summary

Nets Sign Head Coach Jordi Fernandez and Coaching Staff to Multiyear Extensions

The Brooklyn Nets signed head coach Jordi Fernandez and his entire coaching staff to multiyear contract extensions, showing commitment to the coach despite a 46-118 record over two seasons. GM Sean Marks praised Fernandez's leadership, player development focus and competitive spirit. The Nets have the NBA's youngest roster with five first-round picks from the 2025 draft and hold 13 first-round picks over the next seven years.

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ESPN
Nets Sign Jordi Fernandez, Coaching Staff to Multi-Year Extensions
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4/20/2026AI summary

Nets Sign Jordi Fernandez, Coaching Staff to Multi-Year Extensions

The Brooklyn Nets have signed head coach Jordi Fernandez and his entire coaching staff to multi-year contract extensions, sources told ESPN. Owner Joe Tsai and GM Sean Marks finalized the extensions this week, showing commitment to Fernandez after two seasons where he went a combined 46-118. The Nets finished with the NBA's youngest roster this season and hold 13 first-round picks over the next seven years, with a 40% chance to land a top-three pick in the May 10 lottery.

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