Conor McPhillips to leave Connacht Rugby at end of the season

Connacht Rugby have today confirmed that Backs Coach Conor McPhillips will finish in his role with the club at the end of the current season.

“I’d like to thank Conor for all the work he’s done with Connacht over the last number of years and wish him and his family the very best in their move to England during the summer," commented Connacht CEO Willie Ruane.

“As a club, we hope to be in a position to make some announcements with respect to next season’s backroom team in the coming days.”

The former Connacht back, who played with the province from 2003 – 2008, will take up a role as Assistant Coach with Bristol Rugby.