Clark Laidlaw
Clark Laidlaw is a former New Zealand rugby player and current rugby union coach, known for his strategic mindset and leadership. He has made a significant impact as the head coach of the Hurricanes in Super Rugby, leading the team with a focus on developing young talent and implementing dynamic game plans. Under his guidance, the Hurricanes have aimed to enhance their competitive edge in the league.
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Clark Laidlaw has built his squad continuity and depth over the last three years with a view to peaking this season.
Super Rugby Pacific final: Hurricanes put 60 on Chiefs to win first title in a decade
New Zealand· 2026-06-20
Holland is immersed in helping Clark Laidlaw’s league-leading Hurricanes chase their first Super Rugby title in a decade.
Super Rugby Pacific: Former All Blacks assistant coaches to join forces amid Blues shake-upNew Zealand· 2026-06-02
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw has made just one change to his starting XV that travels to take on the Brumbies in the final match of the round.
Hurricanes v Brumbies: Live updates from the Super Rugby Pacific playoffsNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
Clark Laidlaw is the coach of the Hurricanes.
Super Rugby Pacific team lists: Crusaders, Chiefs, Blues and Hurricanes name qualifying finals squadsNew Zealand· 2025-06-04
Canes’ coach Clark Laidlaw wasn’t remotely over the top when he said second five Peter Umaga-Jensen had his best game for the Canes.
Super Rugby Pacific: All Blacks jersey surely beckons for Timoci Tavatavanawai, despite Highlanders’ failures - Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-06-01
Their coach, Clark Laidlaw, is a proud Scot who is tuned into the Six Nations.
The trouble with Taniela Tupou
Australia· 2025-05-26
Coach Clark Laidlaw said they’re excited for the game this weekend.
Hurricanes v Chiefs: Live updates from Super Rugby Pacific round 12New Zealand· 2025-05-03
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw praised Billy Proctor's skill and leadership.
All Blacks: Billy Proctor re-signs with New Zealand Rugby through to 2027New Zealand· 2025-04-29
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw is considering moving Ruben Love to first-five.
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw considering first-five move for All Black Ruben LoveNew Zealand· 2025-04-08
Coach Clark Laidlaw said they are happy with how they played vs the Waratahs last Friday.
Super Rugby Pacific team lists: Chiefs, Moana Pasifika, Crusaders, Blues, Hurricanes and Highlanders name round eight squadsNew Zealand· 2025-04-02
Clark Laidlaw is the Hurricanes coach who praises Kirifi's maturity and consistency on the field.
Super Rugby Pacific: All Blacks ambitions keep Du’Plessis Kirifi running hotNew Zealand· 2025-03-31
Clark Laidlaw made all other changes in the run-on side.
Hurricanes v Waratahs live updates, Super Rugby PacificNew Zealand· 2025-03-28
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw is starting to see the depth in his pack come to fruition.
Highlanders v Hurricanes live updates, Super Rugby PacificNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw welcomes the change to the status quo after his side’s third loss of the season so far.
Super Rugby Pacific: Is New Zealand’s dominance finally fading as Kiwi sides handed round-four defeats?New Zealand· 2025-03-08
Coach Clark Laidlaw has made plenty of changes to his starting side for the clash.
Moana Pasifika vs Hurricanes: Live updates from Super Rugby Pacific round fourNew Zealand· 2025-03-08
Coach Clark Laidlaw has made plenty of changes to his starting side for the clash.
Super Rugby Pacific team lists: Blues, Crusaders, Chiefs, Hurricanes, Moana Pasifika name round four squadsNew Zealand· 2025-03-05
Clark Laidlaw is the coach of the Hurricanes, who will address his team's performance after the match.
Hurricanes v Fijian Drua result: Hurricanes get out of jail to avoid upset, take first win of 2025New Zealand· 2025-02-22
