Dan McKellar
Dan McKellar is a prominent rugby coach known for his strategic acumen and leadership in the sport. He has previously served as the head coach of the Brumbies in Super Rugby, where he earned a reputation for developing young talent and promoting an attacking style of play. McKellar's coaching philosophy emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and skill development, which has helped elevate the performance of his teams. In the context of the upcoming Super Rugby season, he is preparing the Waratahs for their opener against the Highlanders, focusing on improving their game following a lackluster preseason.
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Dan McKellar is under pressure for a turnaround after a disappointing season.
Miserable Waratahs season ends with another defeat and serious injury to star
Australia· 2026-05-30
Dan McKellar is the coach of the Waratahs who will want to forget the poor performance against the Hurricanes.
NSW Waratahs v Hurricanes scores, results, time, program, entertainment, tips, odds, weather, how to watchAustralia· 2026-03-06
Dan McKellar responds to criticism regarding Suaalii's performance and emphasizes the need for team improvement.
Is Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii wasted in the centres? NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar responds to criticismAustralia· 2026-03-04
Dan McKellar urged fans and media to temper their expectations of Suaalii.
Is Suaalii being underutilised for the Waratahs?Australia· 2026-02-26
Coach Dan McKellar acknowledged the team's need for composure and better execution on the field.
Waratahs make promising start with bursts of brilliance against Fijian DruaAustralia· 2026-02-20
Dan McKellar is the coach of the Waratahs who made strategic decisions that led to a dominant performance.
Jorgensen double downs the Drua in SydneyAustralia· 2026-02-20
Amatosero spoke a lot with Dan (McKellar), just guiding me through the next few weeks.
Waratahs brawler opens up on infamous training fightAustralia· 2026-02-15
Dan McKellar informed Halaholo that his contract wasn’t renewed at the end of last season.
After he punched a NSW teammate, it’s a matter of when - not ifAustralia· 2026-02-12
McKellar has been at pains to say since taking over the Tahs last year that he doesn’t want to transplant the Canberra club’s style and culture.
How the Waratahs harnessed hunger of stars they previously brushedAustralia· 2026-01-30
Dan McKellar is the Waratahs coach who spoke highly of Max Jorgensen's talent.
Rugby Australia sweat on star's signature amid Roosters NRL interestAustralia· 2026-01-23
Dan McKellar has spoken often about the need to forge a similar mindset at NSW.
Miles Amatosero faces suspension after punching Angus Scott-Young at trainingAustralia· 2026-01-20
Dan McKellar is the current Waratahs coach who was tasked by Stephen Larkham to develop the best maul in the world for the Brumbies.
Lions secure another win against gritty BrumbiesAustralia· 2025-07-09
Waratahs coach Dan McKellar denying any water cans were used in his team’s preparation.
Australia take on Fiji in first Test of the yearAustralia· 2025-07-06
Dan McKellar, the Waratahs head coach, also coached Wicklow and asked if he had ever been to Coppers.
Mike Catt has fun winding up Andy Farrell about state of pitch for Lions win over Waratahs – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-07-05
Cheika took over Leicester after now-Waratahs coach Dan McKellar departed.
Cheika on trophies, Aussie snubs and a future in leagueAustralia· 2025-06-06
He’s walked into a job in the current have-nots, and Super Rugby’s lack of player movement makes upward mobility very hard to achieve.
The harsh truth about Australian rugbyAustralia· 2025-06-02
Dan McKellar discusses the long-term rebuilding process for the NSW Waratahs rugby team.
McKellar says Tahs re-build will be long haulAustralia· 2025-06-01
Dan McKellar stated that Suaalii was already back in full training two weeks after his surgery.
Joe Schmidt sidesteps Nathan Cleary rugby rumours – but confirms Joseph Suaalii plan for Lions tourAustralia· 2025-05-30
Waratahs coach Dan McKellar has given tighthead prop Taniela Tupou a second successive start.
The 29-year finals curse Australian sides must overcome to win Super RugbyAustralia· 2025-05-28
Dan McKellar has a big job getting them up for the game against the Blues in Auckland.
The trouble with Taniela TupouAustralia· 2025-05-26
Dan McKellar is the Waratahs coach who discussed the team's strategy regarding penalty goals.
Why rugby is no longer a 3-point gameAustralia· 2025-05-24
Dan McKellar discussed the need for change in his team after a loss.
Ange Postecoglou’s success? It’s all down to meAustralia· 2025-05-24
Coach Dan McKellar faces two tough away games against the Force and the Blues.
Waratahs take on Force with their season of the lineAustralia· 2025-05-24
Dan McKellar is the Waratahs coach who will need to fill the gap left by Bell's departure.
Wallabies star Angus Bell signs for Ulster in major blow to NSW WaratahsAustralia· 2025-05-21
McKellar praised Daugunu for his sportsmanship and expressed respect for his actions during the game.
Filipo Daugunu’s incredible act of sportsmanship towards Joseph-Aukuso SuaaliiAustralia· 2025-05-15
Waratahs coach Dan McKellar expressed his wishes for Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's recovery and return to full health.
Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii’s preparations under a cloud after scan reveals broken jawAustralia· 2025-05-14
Waratahs coach Dan McKellar said initial reports were that Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii had sustained a concussion.
Super Rugby Pacific: Wallabies star Noah Lolesio cleared of serious injury after being carried off in Brumbies’ win over Western Force
New Zealand· 2025-05-11Dan McKellar spoke of the high level of care Suaalii received after his concussion.
Joseph Suaalii’s NSW Waratahs season could be over due to concussion historyAustralia· 2025-05-10
Dan McKellar is the NSW coach set to make changes after a heavy defeat to the Brumbies.
Wallabies’ Tom Lynagh poised to make historyAustralia· 2025-05-06
Dan McKellar has a huge amount to digest as the Waratahs coach.
ACT Brumbies v NSW Waratahs, team lists, how to watch, scores, updatesAustralia· 2025-05-03