Vern Cotter
Vern Cotter is a Scottish rugby coach and former player who gained recognition for his successful tenure as the head coach of the Scotland national team from 2014 to 2017. He is currently associated with the Blues in New Zealand and has been named as an outside prospect for the Wales coaching position following Warren Gatland's exit.
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Vern Cotter is the head coach of the Blues who is preparing to farewell the team.
Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinal
New Zealand· 2026-05-30
Vern Cotter is the head coach of the Blues who is set to farewell the team.
Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinalNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
Vern Cotter asked Beauden Barrett if he could play the full 80 minutes.
Blues v Crusaders: Caleb Clarke bags a hat-trick as Blues see off Crusaders at Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2026-03-07
Vern Cotter ruled himself out of contention for the All Blacks head coach role.
Next All Blacks coach: Why Dave Rennie is the compelling choice to lead the All Blacks – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2026-03-04
Vern Cotter's side is taking on the Brumbies in the Super Rugby Pacific.
Blues v Brumbies live updates: Vern Cotter's side take on red-hot Super Rugby Pacific leadersNew Zealand· 2026-02-28Vern Cotter is the current Blues coach who filled the Queensland Reds job.
Scott Robertson gets first job since leaving All Blacks, to coach BarbariansNew Zealand· 2026-02-24
Vern Cotter laments Dalton Papali’i’s exit, stating he could have been an All Blacks captain.
Dalton Papali’i: Blues coach Vern Cotter laments skipper’s exit – ‘He could have been an All Blacks captain’New Zealand· 2026-02-17
Vern Cotter was ruled out as a candidate for the All Blacks coaching position due to a prior commitment.
Next All Blacks coach: Jamie Joseph and Dave Rennie emerge as only real contenders – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-02-03
Vern Cotter could also loom as a candidate due to his coaching experience.
Next All Blacks coach: New Zealand Rugby defends narrow criteria to replace Scott RobertsonNew Zealand· 2026-01-26
Vern Cotter, the Blues coach, is also in the running for the All Blacks head coach role.
All Blacks: New Zealand Rugby confirms process to find next coach after Scott Robertson’s exitNew Zealand· 2026-01-25
Blues coach Vern Cotter seized the right mentality last week.
Super Rugby final: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders – OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-06-21
Blues coach Vern Cotter paid tribute to Suafoa’s support and emphasized the team's care for him.
Blues v Crusaders: The inspiration behind the quest to end playoffs recordNew Zealand· 2025-06-12
Vern Cotter is the coach of the Blues.
Crusaders, Blues set for Super Rugby Pacific semifinal clash after big wins – Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-06-08
Blues coach Vern Cotter knows his side will have to create history against the Crusaders if they are to reach the final.
Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs hopeful of Blues upset in quest to host grand finalNew Zealand· 2025-06-08
Vern Cotter's team, the Blues, secured a semifinal spot with their victory.
Chiefs v Blues: Blues keep title defence alive with last-gasp win over Chiefs in HamiltonNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
Vern Cotter is the coach of the Blues.
Super Rugby Pacific team lists: Crusaders, Chiefs, Blues and Hurricanes name qualifying finals squadsNew Zealand· 2025-06-04
Vern Cotter commented on the team's performance and the upcoming match against the Chiefs.
Blues blitz Waratahs to keep Super Rugby Pacific playoff hopes aliveNew Zealand· 2025-05-31Vern Cotter’s side is coming into the final round of the regular season fresh off a bye week.
Blues v Waratahs: Live updates from Super Rugby Pacific round 16New Zealand· 2025-05-31
Vern Cotter is the coach of the Blues and emphasizes the need for clinical performance.
Moana Pasifika v Blues: Live updates from Super Rugby Pacific round 14New Zealand· 2025-05-17
Vern Cotter criticized his own team to the media, a ploy usually associated only with French sides.
The best half of Super Rugby this season: Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-05-05
Vern Cotter is the new head coach of the Blues.
Blues and Crusaders: How New Zealand rugby’s two biggest sides flipped their fortunes around – OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-04-27
Vern Cotter is the coach of the Blues, who are struggling this season.
Super Rugby Pacific: Blues slump to loss against Reds, leaving title defence in tattersNew Zealand· 2025-04-25
Coach Vern Cotter has opted for a 6-2 split on the bench.
Crusaders v Blues live updates: Super Rugby Pacific clashNew Zealand· 2025-04-18
Vern Cotter is the coach of the Blues, preparing his team for a tough match against the Crusaders.
Crusaders v Blues: Beauden Barrett’s definitive case for All Blacks No 10 jersey amid Super Rugby Pacific formNew Zealand· 2025-04-17
Cotter is hoping a back-to-basics approach can lift his team.
Super Rugby Pacific: Blues enter must-win territory ahead of crucial clash with HurricanesNew Zealand· 2025-04-04
Coach Vern Cotter said the group is putting in the hard work to produce a quality performance.
Super Rugby Pacific team lists: Chiefs, Moana Pasifika, Crusaders, Blues, Hurricanes and Highlanders name round eight squadsNew Zealand· 2025-04-02
Vern Cotter is mentioned as the coach facing challenges with the Blues' injury list.
Super Rugby Pacific: Five talking points from round six – Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-03-23
Vern Cotter must address the Blues' failure to secure restarts.
Blues v Crusaders result: Defending champions slump further in Super Rugby PacificNew Zealand· 2025-03-22
Vern Cotter arrived as head coach and reimagined the Blues as a team that would play almost exclusively on their strength.
Debunking the lead theory on what’s wrong with the Blues: Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-03-17Coach Vern Cotter expressed concern about Barrett's injury after halftime.
Blues v Brumbies result: Late penalty gives Australian side Super Rugby Pacific win at Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2025-03-07
