Coaching Staff
Grant Keenan
Current Director for Crusaders Global Academy & World Rugby Educator
Former Technical Director for Men’s USA Eagles & Black Ferns Assistant Coach
Coaches
Kendra Cocksedge
Black Ferns #142
Most Caps Black Fern
Kieran Read
All Black #1083
Ryan Crotty
All Black #1124
Ashley Jones
Former All Blacks Strength & Conditioning Coach
Jason Ryan
Current All Blacks
Forwards Coach
Tony Flay
USA Eagle #198
Simon Kneebone
Current Matatú
Forwards Coach
Elvis Seaveli’i
Current Anthem RC
Asst. Backs & Skills Coach
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Shane Fletcher
Current NZ Black Ferns 15s & 7s HP Manager
World Rugby Educator
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Scott Lawrence
Current Men’s USA Rugby Men’s GM & Head Coach
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Reuben Thorne
All Black #988
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Kevin Flynn
Current Seattle Seawolves Team Manager
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Brad Mooar
Current Crusaders Attack Coach
Former All Blacks Asst. Coach
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Aaron Webb
Current Crusaders Team Manager
Whitney Hansen
Current Matatu Head Coach
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Dan Perrin
Current Crusaders Forwards Coach
Sam Whitelock
All Black #1104
Willi Heinz
England #1410
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads Crusaders Global Academy programs?
Grant Keenan, Director of High Performance, former USA Eagles Technical Director, former Black Ferns Asst. Coach, World Rugby Educator with nearly 30 years experience. Learn more about our Full Coaching Staff.
Which All Blacks are involved in Crusaders Global Academy?
Kieran Read (#1083), Ryan Crotty (#1124), Sam Whitelock (#1104), Reuben Thorne (#988), Ashley Jones (former All Blacks S&C Coach). Jason Ryan (current All Blacks Forwards Coach) also contributes. Learn more about our Coaching Staff.
Does CGA include coaches from the women's game?
Yes, Kendra Cocksedge (Black Fern #142, most-capped Black Fern in history), Shane Fletcher (NZ Black Ferns HP Manager), Whitney Hansen (current Matatū Head Coach).L earn more about our Coaching Staff.
Are the CGA coaches currently active in professional rugby?
Several are: Jason Ryan (All Blacks Forwards Coach), Brad Mooar (Crusaders Attack Coach), Dan Perrin (Crusaders Forwards Coach), Simon Kneebone (Matatū Forwards Coach), Scott Lawrence (USA Rugby Men's GM & Head Coach). Learn more about our Coaching Staff.
What is Grant Keenan's background?
Director of High Performance at CGA. Former USA Eagles Technical Director and Black Ferns Asst. Coach. World Rugby Educator with nearly three decades of experience. Click the link to Get Started.
Does Kendra Cocksedge coach at CGA programs?
Yes, New Zealand's most-capped Black Fern, part of the CGA coaching roster contributing to programs for North American and European audiences. Learn more about Kendra Cocksedge
Does CGA include coaches with USA Rugby experience?
Yes, Grant Keenan (USA Eagles Technical Director), Tony Flay (USA Eagle #198), Scott Lawrence (current USA Rugby Men's GM & Head Coach). Learn more about our Coaching Staff.
Who is Jason Ryan and what is his role at CGA?
Current All Blacks Forwards Coach, one of the most senior coaching positions in world rugby. Brings direct access to current All Blacks methodology. Learn more about Jason Ryan.
Is the coaching staff the same for every CGA program?
Core faculty consistent across programs. Specific coaches per session depend on format and timing. Grant Keenan is involved across all programs. Learn more about All Programs.
How many countries are represented in the CGA coaching staff?
CGA coaches available in NZ, USA, and Ireland. Staff experience spans NZ, North America, and European professional rugby. Learn more about our Coaches.