Steve Salvin Appointed Full‑Time Wales National Forwards Coach

Wales is gearing up for the 2026 Women’s Rugby World XV and has reinforced its coaching staff. Experienced forward specialist Steve Salvin left the Exeter Chiefs to take on the full‑time forwards coach role with the national side.

Salvin plans to focus on scrum stability and set‑piece execution to raise the team’s physical resilience. The appointment is seen as a key step in Wales’ quest for a deeper run in the tournament.