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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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 3,857 | $5,100 | 4$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,030,000 | 3,857 | $5,100 | 4$ |
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Ireland:
Syd Millar was part of Ireland's delegation to vote against professionalism in rugby.
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United Kingdom:
Syd Millar was the coach of the Lions team that went unbeaten in South Africa during the legendary 1974 tour.
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