World Cup Winner Mike Catt Appointed Fijian Drua Assistant Coach

Former Rugby World Cup champion Mike Catt is set to bring his extensive coaching experience to the Fijian Drua men's team as their senior assistant coach. His appointment, confirmed on Thursday, sees him join forces with newly appointed head coach Brad Mooar, forming a revamped coaching lineup ahead of the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.

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I'm very excited. I think what I've seen and how the Drua have performed in the past five years since they've started has been very impressive and it only looks like going forward, they are heading towards the right direction.

Catt, a key figure in England's historic 2003 World Cup victory and a participant in the 2007 final, shared his enthusiasm for the new role. "I'm very excited. I think what I've seen and how the Drua have performed in the past five years since they've started has been very impressive and it only looks like going forward, they are heading towards the right direction," he stated.

He highlighted the unique opportunity to coach in Fiji, a nation where rugby holds paramount importance. "One of the big reasons why I came is, I've never really coached a nation where rugby is their number one sport," Catt explained. "And I love the game, it has taken me around the world, and I've had the most incredible journey and for me to give back to the people and make sure that we go to another level is crucial."

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One of the big reasons why I came is, I've never really coached a nation where rugby is their number one sport. And I love the game, it has taken me around the world, and I've had the most incredible journey and for me to give back to the people and make sure that we go to another level is crucial.

With over a decade of international coaching experience, including roles with England, Italy, and Ireland, Catt's arrival is seen as a significant coup for the Drua. Fijian Drua CEO Jeff Miller emphasized Catt's wealth of knowledge, stating, "To have someone that has achieved so much as part of our coaching team is a great coup for our club and for Fiji!" Catt most recently served as Attack Coach for the NSW Waratahs and was part of Ireland's coaching staff during their successful period, including two Six Nations Grand Slam titles.

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We are very excited to announce Mike as Brad's senior assistant coach as he brings with him a wealth of coaching and playing experience. To have someone that has achieved so much as part of our coaching team is a great coup for our club and for Fiji!