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Noel McNamara [file photo]. James Crombie/INPHO

Irish coach Noel McNamara signs new deal with Top14 side Bordeaux Bègles

The Clare native joined the club last summer.

FORMER IRELAND U20 Grand Slam-winning coach Noel McNamara has signed a contract extension with French Top 14 side Bordeaux Bègles.

McNamara, who previously coached the Sharks in South Africa, joined the Bordeaux outfit last summer and has signed a new deal which will run until June 2027.

A native of Clare, McNamara coached the Ireland U20s to a Grand Slam in 2019 before linking up with Leinster as an academy manager.

Bordeaux Bègles are currently second in the Top 14 table, one point off the leaders Toulouse.

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