Easts Rugby Club Appoints Dan England as Director of Rugby

Easts Rugby is excited to announce the promotion of Dan England to the position of Director of Rugby. With an extensive background in coaching and player development, Dan notably led 1st Colts to Grand Final wins in 2022 & 2024 and a narrow miss in 2025.

Dan brings a wealth of experience to this newly created role, having previously worked as the Colts Head Coach at Easts, where he made a significant impact on the development of young talent and the club's overall success. In his expanded role, Dan will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of Easts Rugby by supporting both the development of players across all levels and the strategic direction of the 1st Grade team.

"I’m excited for the opportunity to continue growing with Easts Rugby," said Dan. "The club has had a tremendous amount of success over the past 4 years, and I’m looking forward to working closely with Ben and the rest of the coaching staff to continue to keep this club on that same trajectory ."

Dan’s leadership and commitment to excellence have earned him the respect of both his peers and players alike, making him a natural fit for this new role. His expertise and passion for the game will undoubtedly continue to drive Easts Rugby towards further success.

Easts Rugby President, Dave Allen, shared, "Dan’s promotion is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the club. We’re thrilled to have him in this expanded role and look forward to the future successes that will come with his leadership."

Recruitment for additional staff is underway and will be announced shortly.