Jo Yapp
Jo Yapp is the head coach of the Australian women's rugby team, the Wallaroos. With a strong background in rugby, Yapp has been instrumental in developing the team's strategy and preparing players for international competitions. Recently, she addressed concerns regarding the integration of high-profile sevens players into the XVs squad, emphasizing the importance of ensuring a cohesive team environment as they approach the World Cup.
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Jo Yapp is the Wallaroos head coach and is rumored to be lined up as the first women’s Lions head coach.
Behind the Crusaders’ big plans to make rugby great again
New Zealand· 2025-12-18
Yapp has just returned to England and is currently coaching a village team.
Poverty Bay’s Keanu Taumata savours Ian Kirkpatrick medal presentation as Heartland Player of the YearNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
Jo Yapp’s reign as head coach of Australia came to a close after the loss.
Sophie de Goede shines in Canada’s formidable win over Australia | Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
United Kingdom· 2025-09-13
Jo Yapp, the Australia head coach and former England captain, said the scoreline just blew out in the second half.
England outlast Australia to book Rugby World Cup quarter-final against Scotland | Women's Rugby World Cup 2025United Kingdom· 2025-09-07
Jo Yapp, the Australia coach, was caught smiling during the match.
England 47-7 Australia: Red Roses fumble trump card but make last eightUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-07
Australia’s coach, Jo Yapp said: 'I’m really proud of the girls, because they work so hard behind the scenes.'
Australia run riot with 11 tries in Rugby World Cup win over Samoa | Women's Rugby World Cup 2025United Kingdom· 2025-08-23
Australia coach Jo Yapp has made five changes to the Wallaroos starting lineup.
Pacific Four Series title up for grabs as Canada women wrap up tournament play
Canada· 2025-05-22
Jo Yapp is the coach seeking to build depth for the Wallaroos ahead of the World Cup.
Wallabies star Angus Bell signs for Ulster in major blow to NSW Waratahs
Australia· 2025-05-21
Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp commented on the incident post-match.
Rugby star faces long ban for head-stomp ‘thuggery’ against AustraliaAustralia· 2025-05-18
Jo Yapp is the Wallaroos coach who revealed the withdrawal of several sevens players from the World Cup selection.
Maddison Levi withdraws from selection for Wallaroos team for women’s World CupAustralia· 2025-05-09
Jo Yapp is the Wallaroos coach who believes the inclusion of sevens players won't create tension.
Maddison Levi’s Cup bid in jeopardy as agent Mat Rogers raises issue of ‘animosity’ among playersAustralia· 2025-04-24