What nationality is Eddie Jones?

Australian
Eddie Jones/Nationality
“In Japan, half-Japanese – you’re an outsider.” Born in Tasmania to a Japanese-American mother and Australian father, as a boy he lived in La Perouse, a south-eastern Sydney suburb. There were around 30 children in his school class. “Twenty-six Anglo-Saxons, three aboriginal kids and myself.”

Who is the best rugby coach in the world?

List of winners

How many Six Nations has Eddie Jones won?

three times
This led to Jones being named as the World Rugby Coach of the Year in 2017. Under the stewardship of Eddie Jones, England have won the Six Nations Championship three times. He has also led the side to their first Rugby World Cup final since 2007.

Has Eddie Jones won a Grand Slam?

Tests. His reign started in impressive fashion, winning a Grand Slam, sealing a three-Test series whitewash in Australia, a November clean sweep, an unbeaten year, as well as a successive Six Nations title. The record-unbeaten run lasted 18 games, 17 under his tenure.

Is Eddie Jones leaving England?

Eddie Jones has said that finding his successor is “not his responsibility” after confirming that he will leave England after the 2023 Rugby World Cup amid continued turnover in his coaching team.

Who was England rugby coach before Eddie Jones?

Head coaches

Who is the most successful rugby coach?

1) Steve Hansen He has the best record of any coach in international rugby history, yet some fans seem to point to the fact that he has one of the strongest player bases in the world.

Who are the best rugby players in the world?

The 10 Best Rugby Players In The World For 2021 Have Been Named And Ranked

• Beauden Barrett (New Zealand)
• Pieter steph du Toit (South Africa)
• Maro Itoje (England)
• Aaron Smith (New Zealand)

Is Eddie Jones married?

He is married to Hiroko Jones, a Japanese woman whom he met while teaching at the International Grammar School in Sydney. They have a daughter, Chelsea Jones. Jones is a supporter of West Ham United F.C.

What is Eddie Jones salary?

£750,000 per year
Jones is the highest paid coach in international rugby, earning in the region of £750,000 per year. The 60-year-old’s current deal expires in July 2021 and as yet there has been no move to extend his contract until the next World Cup in 2023.

How old is Eddie Jones the England rugby coach?

Eddie Jones (born 30 January 1960) is an Australian rugby union coach and former player. He is the current head coach of the England national team. He has previously coached Australia, including during the 2003 Rugby World Cup, and Japan for three years leading up to the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

Who is Gareth Jones and when did he become England coach?

Jones was named as the new England head coach on 20 November 2015. He agreed a four-year deal to become England’s first foreign head coach, that would see him lead the team through the 2019 Rugby World Cup. The deal was later extended by two years subject to England’s performance at the World Cup.

When did Alun Wyn Jones become England head coach?

Jones was named as the new England head coach on 20 November 2015. He agreed a four-year deal to become England’s first foreign head coach, that would see him lead the team through the 2019 Rugby World Cup. The deal has since been extended twice and is now scheduled to last until the end of 2023 World Cup.

Who is the head coach of the Australian rugby team?

This success led to his appointment as head coach of the Australia national rugby union team, the Wallabies, after Rod Macqueen retired. Under Jones, Australia won the 2001 Tri Nations, and then entered their home World Cup in 2003 as third favourites behind New Zealand and England.