All Blacks Coach Graham Henry and his two Assistant Coaches, Wayne Smith and Steve Hansen, have been re-appointed to guide the All Blacks team through until the end of 2011, the New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) announced today.
The appointment, which was announced in Wellington, will extend their involvement with the All Blacks to eight years. Mr Henry took up the role of All Blacks coach in 2004.
NZRU Chairman Jock Hobbs said the current All Blacks coaching panel was “a very strong and experienced team.
“Graham, Wayne and Steve are outstanding coaches. They have a formidable record and we hold them in very high regard. They are totally committed to New Zealand rugby and have become an important part of the wider organisation.”