Gary Gold commits to Worcester Warriors
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Warriors have announced that Gary Gold will become the Club's permanent Director of Rugby after signing a new contract to remain at Sixways until at least the summer of 2018.
Warriors Chairman Bill Bolsover said: "We have been pleased with the progress we have made since Gary took over as Director of Rugby on an interim basis and the players have really bought in to his rugby philosophy.
"Gary has been able to lead the side to some great results over some very tough opponents and we believe he will be able to build on his good work to help the Club continue to move forward during the 2017/18 campaign."
📢 BREAKING NEWS 📢
— Worcester Warriors🏉 (@WorcsWarriors) April 25, 2017
That's right! Gary Gold has signed as Director of Rugby for the 2017/18 season! #HereToStay 🎉🎈
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The 49-year-old Gold began his coaching career in 2001 as Forwards Coach at London Irish before stepping up to Head Coach in 2003 for two years.
Gold has helped Warriors pick up 17 points in just seven games - a run which has included memorable victories over Saracens, Bristol Rugby and Bath Rugby.