John Plumtree
John Plumtree is a former rugby player and a highly regarded coach known for his successful stints with teams like the Hurricanes in Super Rugby and the Sharks in South Africa's domestic league.
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John Plumtree was replaced by Jason Ryan as the forwards coach, which led to instant improvements.
All Blacks coaching search: How NZ Rugby plans to fix a broken process - Gregor Paul
New Zealand· 2026-01-19
John Plumtree was let go as an assistant coach of the All Blacks.
NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson pleased with how he departs role after six years at helmNew Zealand· 2025-12-07
John Plumtree was the forwards coach of the All Blacks before being let go.
All Blacks v Wallabies: What Scott Robertson’s side must fix before Perth test - Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-09-28
John Plumtree was an assistant coach for the All Blacks who received poor reviews from players.
All Blacks coach Ian Foster’s book: Ghostwriter Gregor Paul says ‘I said sack him – then wrote his book’New Zealand· 2025-06-17
Assistant coaches John Plumtree and Brad Mooar were let go.
Mark Robinson resigns as NZ Rugby CEO after six yearsNew Zealand· 2025-06-08
John Plumtree is the head coach of the Sharks, making strategic changes for the match.
Munster look to tap into emotional energy for tough Sharks test in South Africa – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-31
Sharks coach John Plumtree stated that the 'South African boys are treated like robots'.
When Springboks join the Six Nations, then you can call it ‘rugby’s greatest championship’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-14
John Plumtree departed from his position, leading to Simon Easterby's appointment as Ireland forwards coach.
Whisper it quietly, but Simon Easterby is the perfect fit for Welsh rugby – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-12
