IRFU confirms departure of women's coach Greg McWilliams

The IRFU has confirmed the departure of women's head coach Greg McWilliams after less than 18 months in charge.

McWilliams departs after overseeing Ireland's disastrous TikTok Women's Six Nations campaign, which saw them lose all five games and pick up a first wooden spoon since 2004.

It was reported on Monday that the former USA men's assistant couch would be leaving his position, which has now been confirmed by the IRFU.

"The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) can today confirm that Greg McWilliams has left his role as Head Coach of the Ireland Women's XV by mutual consent and with immediate effect," a statement from the IRFU reads.

"The remainder of the current management team will remain in situ and John McKee will oversee operations until a long-term replacement is finalised.

"The IRFU would like to thank Greg for his efforts over the course of the last 18 months and wish him and his family well for the future. The IRFU will now begin the process of replacing him."

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