Why Did Warren Gatland Go To Guernsey?

Warren Gatland had visited Guernsey in 2021, to check out the Island facility and the possibility of using the place as a training camp.

His visit had sparked off criticism from the island’s former chief minister, Gavin St Pier, because Gatland was granted exemptions at a time when strict border controls were still in place.

Who Is Warren Gatland?

Warren Gatland is a former player and New Zealand rugby union coach.

Gatland has just been re-selected as head coach for the Wales national team.

Born on September 17, 1963, in Hamilton, New Zealand, Gatland played as a hooker for New Zealand and for Waikato, appearing in 140 games, and making history as one of Waikato’s longest-serving players.

As a coach, Gatland, had first led the Wales team to three Six Nations Grand Slams and two Rugby World Cup semi-finals when he first served as their head coach.

He ended up coaching Connacht, Ireland, London Wasps, Galwegians RFC, Thames Valley, Waikato, Chiefs , Wales, and the British & Irish Lions.

Gatland now returns as Wales head coach after Wayne Pivac was laid off.

The Welsh Rugby Union had announced the new development, adding that the current deal might see Gatland holding the position until after the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Gatland had first resigned as Wales head coach in 2019, after 12 years.