Syd Millar
Syd Millar is a former Irish rugby union player and coach, celebrated for his significant contributions to the British and Irish Lions and Ballymena RFC. Born and raised in Ballymena, Millar was instrumental in coaching the Lions during their historic unbeaten tour of South Africa in 1974. He also served as the chairman of the International Rugby Board and was known for his advocacy for rugby at the grassroots level. His legacy is deeply intertwined with the development of rugby in Ireland, and he remains a revered figure in the sport.
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Recent news mentions
Syd Millar was part of Ireland's delegation to vote against professionalism in rugby.
How the IRFU was dragged kicking and screaming into the professional era – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-25
Syd Millar was the coach of the Lions team that went unbeaten in South Africa during the legendary 1974 tour.
‘The Lions built this club’: watching the first Test at Ballymena RFC, home of Lions legends | British & Irish Lions
United Kingdom· 2025-07-20
