No Regrets
The Story of Wales' Plan For Rugby World Cup Glory
Format:Paperback
Publisher:St David's Press
Published:20th Dec '19
Should be back in stock very soon
No Regrets was the name given to Welsh rugby's three-year masterplan to give the national team the best possible chance of success at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan. Created in a Wellington hotel in 2016 after Wales had been thumped 40-7 by the Waikato Chiefs during their summer tour of New Zealand, Head coach Warren Gatland, attack coach Rob Howley, Chief Executive Martyn Phillips and then-Head of Rugby Performance, Geraint John knew a major step change was needed. No Regrets was the result. In No Regrets - The Story of Wales' Plan For Rugby World Cup Glory, acclaimed Western Mail rugby correspondent Matthew Southcombe reveals how the masterplan led to the 2017 tour success in Argentina, a clean sweep in the 2018 autumn internationals and, in 2019, a Six Nations Grand Slam, a record 14-game unbeaten run and a World Rugby #1 ranking. Hopes were high, amongst the squad and the nation, as the team headed to Japan with a genuine expectation winning the tournament. Essential reading for all Welsh rugby supporters, Matthew Southcombe, in addition to telling the story of Wales' 2019 Rugby World Cup campaign, also recalls the highs and lows of Wales at the previous eight World Cups, assesses Warren Gatland's 12-year legacy with Wales, and asks what is required for this rugby-obsessed nation to reach the World Cup final, and finally lift the Webb Ellis Trophy.
'Matt is an honest, trustworthy journalist. I hope you enjoy the book and his account of the last few years!' Warren Gatland; 'Outstanding insight, put together by the hardest-working reporter following Wales in Japan. A fascinating read.' Ben Coles, The Telegraph; 'Matt's a trusted journalist who really understands the game.' Mike Phillips; 'As the local man covering Wales over the last few years, few are better placed to chronicle the squad's journey over that period. A smashing writer who tells the story perfectly.' Andrew Baldock, Press Association; 'Matt's work is always of the highest quality, constantly showing his excellent understanding of the game, as well as his good rapport with players and coaches.' Steve James, The Times; 'Matt has been following the team as closely as anyone and in more detail than most. A brilliant look between the lines.' Will Kelleher, Daily Mail; 'Having followed Wales' every move over the last two years, few journalists are better-placed to chronicle the team's journey over that period of time than Matt.' Martyn Williams, from his Foreword
ISBN: 9781902719818
Dimensions: 234mm x 156mm x 15mm
Weight: unknown
176 pages