An unnamed player raises concerns of sexism within Irish Rugby Football Union, alleging in the Telegraph that players were denied protein supplements and that change from white to blue shorts done without proper consultation; Ireland coach Greg McWilliams says IRFU is not sexist
Last Updated: 14/04/23 7:55am
Ireland women’s head coach Greg McWilliams does not believe the Irish Rugby Football Union is a sexist organisation
Ireland women’s head coach Greg McWilliams does not believe the Irish Rugby Football Union is a sexist organisation.
An unnamed player expressed concerns in a Telegraph newspaper report, with the IRFU likened to an “old boys club”.
McWilliams, who was appointed in December 2021, said most issues outlined in the story were “historical” and defended the IRFU’s approach to women’s rugby.
“No, of course not,” said McWilliams when asked if he believed the IRFU was sexist. “What happened previously, I can’t stop people talking about… Talking about things historically, we can’t control external noise.
“It’s an interesting article but it’s nearly irrelevant at this stage. We’re moving forward and we have a great plan, we’ve got good resources. I absolutely believe in the direction we are going in and so do the players.”
Ireland play Italy in the Women’s Six Nations on Saturday
Among the allegations made by the anonymous player were that players were denied protein supplements as they prepared for last summer’s tour to Japan and that the switch from white to blue shorts over p …