Wayne Smith
Wayne Smith is a former All Blacks coach and rugby player, recognized for his significant contributions to New Zealand rugby. His expertise and leadership have shaped many athletes, and his presence at events like the New Zealand Rural Games underscores his influence in sports beyond just rugby.
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Sir Wayne Smith is known for his views on rolling mauls in rugby.
New All Blacks coach faces brutal gauntlet in first season – Phil Gifford
New Zealand· 2026-02-08
Wayne Smith is joining as director of rugby for the upcoming season.
Next All Blacks coach: New Zealand Rugby faces contract battle over Jamie Joseph or Dave Rennie – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-02-05
Pastor Reverend Wayne Smith told The Gleaner that the church was ransacked and several items were stolen.
Robbery at church in Trelawny, police seeking perpetrators | News
Jamaica· 2026-01-28Sir Wayne Smith is also part of the successful coaching team that contributed to the All Blacks' 2011 World Cup victory.
Next All Blacks coach: Making the case for Jamie Joseph, Dave Rennie and Ian Foster to work as a team – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-01-28
The highly respected Wayne Smith is reportedly leaving a similar role next year.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt rules himself out of race
Australia· 2026-01-25
Wayne Smith is a former All Blacks and Black Ferns coach who is leaving NZ Rugby for a new overseas role.
Former All Blacks and Black Ferns coach Sir Wayne Smith is leaving NZ Rugby for a new overseas roleNew Zealand· 2026-01-24
Wayne Smith was one of the assistants who had experience as an international head coach.
All Blacks coaching search: How NZ Rugby plans to fix a broken process - Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-01-19
Wayne Smith's last major role was helping win the World Cup with the Black Ferns.
All Blacks coaching shake-up after Scott Robertson exit puts pressure on David Kirk – OpinionNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
Wayne Smith is considered a compelling candidate for a director of rugby position.
Pressure builds on All Blacks coaches as internal frustrations emergeNew Zealand· 2025-12-12
Wayne Smith was a former head coach of the All Blacks who participated in role trading to bring fresh ideas.
All Blacks v England: Lack of progress casts Scott Robertson’s coaching team in the spotlight - OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-11-17
Another reader, Wayne Smith, highlighted that for those who chose to stay with the new, more expensive version of 365 Family, only the person who pays the bill gets access to Copilot.
After three days of blunders, Microsoft finally delivers on 365 refund – but some of the fine print still annoys readersNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Wayne Smith was announced to serve as the performance coach for the All Blacks under Scott Robertson.
All Blacks coaching turmoil: How NZ Rugby’s plan for Scott Robertson backfired - OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-10-23Sir Wayne Smith is in camp with the All Blacks, contributing to their preparation.
All Blacks v Springboks: Ardie Savea challenges Scott Robertson’s side to bottle mindset behind Eden Park triumphNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
Smith’s presence could prove invaluable for a comparatively inexperienced All Blacks coaching team.
Robertson v Erasmus: All Blacks aim to protect Eden Park record – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2025-09-01
Sir Wayne Smith liked to have the All Blacks midfield playing almost on the gainline.
All Blacks: Rugby expert Gregor Paul answers Herald readers’ questionsNew Zealand· 2025-08-26
Wayne Smith is renowned the world over as one of the great thinkers and innovators in the game.
Rugby Championship: All Blacks defeat and Springboks victory reveal competition’s high stakes – Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-08-24
Wayne Smith is celebrated as both a coach and a player for Canterbury, known for his pivotal role in securing the Ranfurly Shield.
Ranfurly Shield: The magic of The Old Log and its legendary moments – Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-08-05
Wayne Smith played first five-eighth and contributed to Canterbury's success.
The greatest rivalries in sport - Auckland v Canterbury and the battle for the 1980sNew Zealand· 2025-07-27
Wayne Smith referred to Mike Cron as 'the best coach in world rugby'.
How Mike Cron used ballet and sumo wrestling to transform the All BlacksNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
Wayne Smith is a PNP supporter who believes that newcomer Orville Woodbine will defeat Montague in the upcoming election.
Bobby’s battle | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-06-30
Wayne Smith was treated poorly by the NZRU in 2000.
Ian Foster’s book reveals All Blacks coaching challengesNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
Sir Wayne Smith organised several men’s teams to play the Black Ferns before their last triumphant World Cup campaign.
Historic rugby match in Oslo: Cis women v trans women face-off tackles misconceptionsNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
Wayne Smith was a heavyweight figure in the All Blacks coaching team from 2004 to 2011.
Rugby must tackle its coaching respect issue after Milton Haig quits - Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-05-30
Wayne Smith recalled a dramatic moment before a game where Wyllie inspired the team.
Grizz Wyllie: The All Blacks hard man with a soft sideNew Zealand· 2025-03-25
Wayne Smith is an All Black legend who shared his experience with prostate cancer.
All Blacks, the Olympics, David Tua and Nelson Mandela: Flashpoints from a life in sport journalism - Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-03-20
Wayne Smith expects Canada to sign more memorandums with other EU countries going forward.
Canada, Greece sign memorandum of understanding to promote tourism between the two nations
Canada· 2025-03-15
Wayne Smith, a former All Blacks coach, is a special guest at the Rural Games.
King Country woodchopper Jack Jordan readying himself for New Zealand Rural GamesNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
