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Simon Amor is set to rejoin the Rugby Football Union as the interim head of women’s performance starting in 2027.
He will replace Charlie Hayter, who will have assumed the position of general manager of high performance for the British & Irish Lions in preparation for the 2027 Howden Lions Women’s Tour to New Zealand.
Hayter, a former player for the England Sevens team, will carry on in a dual capacity until March before Amor takes complete control over the Red Roses and their pathway programs. Amor will manage their Six Nations campaign along with the lead-up to WXV Global Series 2027.
“It’s wonderful to return to the RFU at such an exhilarating moment for women’s rugby and to collaborate with Mitch again,” Amor stated.
“Having worked with some of these athletes during my time with England Sevens, I recognize what an exceptional group they are and I am enthusiastic about assisting them in attaining even greater performance levels. I’m eager to support the pathways for the upcoming generation of English talent and contribute to the ongoing expansion of the PWR.
“I’m thrilled for both Charlie and Jo [Yapp, head coach for Lions Women], with whom I’ve previously collaborated, and I’m excited for the chance to help advance the women’s game.”
Amor’s professional journey encompasses roles in both men’s and women’s rugby. As a captain of the England Sevens during his playing days, he later transitioned to coaching London Scottish and took on the role of head coach for England Women’s Sevens in 2007.
In 2013, he ascended to head coach of England Men’s Sevens and successfully guided Great Britain’s men to a silver medal at the 2016 Olympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro. Throughout his tenure leading England Sevens, Amor was responsible for both programs and ensured qualification for the 2020 Games in Tokyo.
Subsequently appointed as Eddie Jones’ attack coach in 2020, during which time he assisted England men in securing a 2020 Guinness Six Nations title, Amor has also collaborated with teams in Hong Kong China, Japan, and the USA.
Conor O’Shea, RFU Director of Performance, remarked: “We are thrilled that Simon has agreed to step into this role while Charlie and Jo are involved with the inaugural B&I Lions.
“Simon brings extensive credibility and expertise, and we are confident that he will come into this position ready to challenge and make a significant impact, which is vitally important as we work to advance both the Red Roses and our pathway toward 2029 in Australia. We are all eager to welcome Simon back in the New Year.”
