Leon MacDonald

Leon MacDonald

athlete New Zealand

Leon MacDonald is a former professional rugby player and coach from New Zealand, known for his tenure as an assistant coach with the All Blacks and as head coach of the Blues in Super Rugby. After leaving his position with the All Blacks, MacDonald has been in the news for his imminent appointment as the director of rugby for the Western Force, marking his first coaching role since his departure.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
24,580
Power
1,070$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 5 5.00 0.46% +10% 4,822,233 24,580 $210,000 1,070$
Totals 5 4,822,233 24,580 $210,000 1,070$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald was one of the assistant coaches lost during Robertson's tenure, suggesting something amiss in the control centre. 5

Scott Robertson Fabien Galthie Scott Stevenson Sir Wayne Smith David Kirk Tony Brown Jason Holland
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: The telling black marks that Scott Robertson had to go as All Blacks coach - Paul Lewis

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald departed as one of Robertson's assistants during a challenging period. 5

Jeff Wilson Jamie Joseph Scott Robertson Tony Brown Jason Holland Mark Robinson Ben Francis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Next All Blacks coach: Jeff Wilson backs Jamie Joseph to succeed Scott Robertson

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald left his position in the All Blacks coaching group after discussions with Scott Robertson. 5

Scott Robertson Scott Barrett Ardie Savea Jason Holland Scott Hansen Tamati Ellison Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: All Blacks: The Scott Robertson era - how Razor lost his edge

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald is one of the assistant coaches who voluntarily departed in the past two years. 5

Scott Robertson Scott Hansen Jason Holland Jamie Joseph David Kirk Ian Foster
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: All Blacks coach Scott Robertson set to depart

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald is one of the assistant coaches who voluntarily departed in the last two years, raising concerns within the All Blacks. 5

Ardie Savea David Kirk Mark Robinson Steve Lancaster Jason Holland Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: All Blacks review: Ardie Savea future in doubt as NZ Rugby faces player revolt

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald is one of the assistant coaches who voluntarily departed in the last two years, raising concerns about the All Blacks' management. 5

Jason Holland Ian Foster Mark Robinson David Kirk Nick Evans Jamie Joseph Joe Schmidt Les Kiss Wayne Smith Dave Rennie Tony Brown Clayton Mcmillan Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Pressure builds on All Blacks coaches as internal frustrations emerge

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald was one of the assistants who exited the All Blacks coaching team. 4

Scott Robertson Felipe Contepomi Jason Holland Joe Schmidt Richie Mo Unga David Kirk Ardie Savea Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Rating Razor: How All Blacks coach Scott Robertson performed in year two and what must change

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald quit as an assistant coach for the All Blacks after four tests. 5

David Kirk Ian Foster Scott Robertson Jason Holland Milton Haig Don Tricker Steve Hansen David Nucifora Mike Anthony Todd Blackadder Dave Rennie Joe Schmidt Pat Lam Tony Brown Shayne Currie Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: David Kirk’s nuclear option; NZR’s deficit between promise and performance; the high-performance conundrum; chasing the Boks – Inside Rugby

New Zealand New Zealand: Leon MacDonald was part of Scott Robertson's original coaching team but left due to differing views. 5

Scott Robertson Jason Holland Tamati Ellison Beauden Barrett Cam Roigard David Kirk Mark Robinson Steve Hansen Graham Henry Wayne Smith Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: All Blacks v England: Lack of progress casts Scott Robertson’s coaching team in the spotlight - Opinion

Ireland Ireland: Leon MacDonald quit as an assistant coach after just four tests. 5

Scott Robertson Jason Holland
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Huge pay day the main reason All Blacks are facing Ireland in Chicago – The Irish Times