Waterford's Niamh Briggs has been named as Ireland U20s women's head coach.
The Dungarvan native was appointed head coach to the Munster women's side in 2022, leading the province to two interpro finals, winning the final in 2022 to make it back-to-back titles.
As a player, Briggs captained Ireland to the Six Nations title in 2015 having been top points scorer in that campaign as well as the 2013 edition.
She has previously been involved in the senior women's side as assistant backs coach.
The former outhalf says she's excited to get started in her new role.
“I am delighted to take on the role of head coach with the U20 side. I have gained valuable coaching experience from working with the Irish women’s side last season and through my role as the National Women’s Talent Coach for Munster.”
“I am excited to get started, to work with JP and Murray and the rest of the management team, and to work with the players as we build towards their series taking place this summer.”
“It’s going to be a busy and exciting couple of months, and it’s a fantastic opportunity for these young women as they achieve their dream of playing in green.”
