“It’s quite humbling to get asked and it’s a proud moment for my family. On the back of a reasonably successful Hurricanes season, its kudos to the club and other members of the management who have been selected as well. I’m looking forward to the experience.”
Mayo is no stranger to the United Kingdom, having spent several seasons working with Dave Rennie at Scotland-based Glasgow Warriors.
“My oldest daughter was actually born over there,” Mayo said.
“Coaches nowadays move around the world and bringing other experiences back to New Zealand is quite important. I’m really grateful for those opportunities.”
A former Pirongia and Te Awamutu Sports player himself, Mayo hasn’t forgotten his roots.
“My parents have lived in Pirongia all my life and I still call Pirongia home. It’s a great little village,” Mayo said.
“Rugby is a vehicle to see the world – there’s nothing you can’t do if you’re dedicated and want to make something of your opportunities.”
All Blacks XV 2024 Management Team:
Head coach – Clayton McMillan
Forwards coach – Jamie Mackintosh
Attack coach – David Hill
Defence coach – Cory Jane
Team manager – Martyn Vercoe
Strength and conditioning coach – Brad Mayo
Performance analyst – Adam Foy
Team doctor – Theo Dorfling
Team physio – Neil Tucker
Jesse Wood is a multimedia journalist based in Te Awamutu. He joined the Te Awamutu Courier and NZME in 2020.
