Christian Brothers College has announced the appointment of Jonny Holland as the school’s Rugby Elite Performance Director.
Jonny joins the Rugby management team in CBC with overall responsibility for the college’s Rugby development and coaching programme, aligning with the school’s overall mission and values.
A former Munster fly-half, Jonny moved into coaching and management in recent years with Cork Constitution RFC, and most recently led the club as Head coach to AIL Division 1A title success. He brings considerable experience to his role through his involvement in elite sports as a performance nutritionist.
The principal of CBC Cork, David Lordon, said, “We are delighted to have Jonny joining our management team and leading CBC Rugby in the achievement of its development goals. Jonny’s vision aligns strongly with our commitment to excellence on and off the pitch, and we are excited about the experience and energy he will bring to the role. A key area of responsibility for Jonny will be the nurturing of talent within the coaching group, designing and implementing programmes that allow our players to reach their full potential, as well as ensuring that our programme engages all pupils in the Christian Rugby experience”.
David Lordon added, “Over the course of its long and distinguished history, CBC has developed a reputation for participation and achievement at the highest level. We are immensely proud of our Rugby heritage and are committed to ensuring that Christians is well positioned going forward to further develop its standing as a centre of Rugby excellence. We look forward to all that Jonny will bring to the achievement of these goals in his new role”.
Jonny Holland has taken up the role with immediate effect.