Alan-Basson Zondagh to be added to Scotland coaching team

Appointment has not yet been confirmed by Scottish Rugby but South African has informed current employers Toulouse that he is leaving

30 August 2021 Colin Renton International, News, Scotland 1
Alan-Basson Zondagh is to become part of the Scotland coaching team. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Alan-Basson Zondagh is to become part of the Scotland coaching team. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk

TOULOUSE skills coach Alan-Basson (AB) Zondagh is set to be unveiled as new member of Scotland’s coaching team, according to French media. The South African informed club bosses at the weekend that he is leaving. 

The 35-year-old joined the French champions in 2019 after 12 years in Super Rugby with Natal Sharks. He guided the Toulouse academy squad to the French Espoirs title earlier this year.

Although not yet confirmed by Scottish Rugby, the move was made public on social media where players have expressed their good wishes. Arthur Bonneval said: “We’ll miss you!”, Thomas Ramos stated: “Thank you coach! Good luck my friend”, and Antoine Dupont added: “Thank you For everything”.  In response, Zondagh said, “I’ll miss you. You’re formidable athletes, but above all formidable human beings!”.

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Colin has been a freelance writer on various subjects for more than 20 years. He covers rugby at all levels but is particularly passionate about the game at grass roots. As a fluent French speaker, he has a keen interest in rugby in France and for many years has reported on the careers of Scots who have moved across the Channel. He appreciates high quality, engaging writing that is thought provoking, and hopes that some of his work fits that bill!

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