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ULSTERRUGBY
TEAM MANAGER APPOINTED
BRYN CUNNINGHAM APPOINTED
ULSTER RUGBY TEAMMANAGER
Bryn, who made 150 appearances for
Ulster as a player between 1997 and
2010, joins the management set-up at the
province from global rugby agency Esportif
International.
The Team Manager role is a new position
and was created following a review of the
management structures at Ulster Rugby.
Bryn will be responsible for recruiting and
retaining players, identifying talent and
managing contract negotiations. He will also
oversee the professional services around
the senior squad and the management of
team operations on match-nights.
Ulster Rugby Chief Executive, Shane Logan,
welcomed the appointment, highlighting
Bryn’s unique skill set:
“Bryn was the stand-out candidate from
applicants from across the UK and
Ireland,” said Shane. “He possesses an
extensive knowledge of the domestic and
international player market and a first-
hand understanding of what is required to
develop a positive team environment.
“This is a role that further strengthens our
management team and I am delighted that
Bryn has been appointed.”
Following an extensive recruitment process, Ulster Rugby is
pleased to announce that Bryn Cunningham has been appointed
as the province’s new Team Manager.
Commenting on his new position, Bryn
highlighted his long-standing association
with the province:
“Having been involved in a variety of ways
with Ulster Rugby since my first appearance
back in 1997, I have always been extremely
passionate about the province succeeding
in the professional era,” Bryn said.
“With it being a large part of my life, I know
the place intimately and have clear goals
over the next three years in helping to take
the province to the top of the European
Table.
“I leave Esportif International and the
agency world, which, for over four years,
has given me an invaluable insight and
the necessary experience to take on the
challenges that lie ahead.
“I want to thank Esportif for supporting my
decision to pursue the role of Ulster Rugby
Team Manager.”
Bryn will start his new role at Ulster Rugby
on Monday 10th November.
