Shane

Kirkwood

Age36
RoleDirector of Rugby
TeamAlberton Rugby Club
HometownAlberton, Gauteng

About

A former Golden Lions and Currie Cup lock who went on to play professionally in France, Shane Kirkwood now serves as Director of Rugby at Alberton Rugby Club. His move from player to rugby administrator gives him a complete view of what it takes to develop a squad from grassroots to senior level.

Coaching Career

  • 2007 - 2010Lock (player) — Golden Lions
  • 2011 - 2014Lock (player) — University of Johannesburg
  • 2013 - 2014Lock (player) — Falcons (Valke)
  • Lock (player) — CS Bourgoin-Jallieu (France)
  • PresentDirector of Rugby — Alberton Rugby Club

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