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Eddie Jones

Head Coach

England National Rugby Union Team

London, UK

Eddie Jones

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Eddie’s Biography

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Eddie Jones is the Head Coach of England Rugby and one of the most decorated rugby coaches in the world.

A true legend, Eddie is credited with the comeback of the English national team. He led England Rugby to their incredible performance at the 2019 World Cup, which saw them beat the All Blacks in the semi-finals and reach the final of the competition.

His career spans more than two decades and four Rugby World Cups. Before working with England Rugby, Eddie was appointed as the Head Coach of Japan and tasked with preparing the team for the 2015 World Cup, where the team came out victorious against South Africa. Before this, he spent time in Japan as Coach of the Suntory Sungoliath, where he steered their Top League title win against their rivals, the Panasonic Wild Knights.

Eddie also coached Saracens in England's Premiership Rugby and the Queensland Reds in the 2007 Super Rugby season. In preparation for the 2007 Rugby World Cup, he was offered the role of Technical Advisor to Fiji, which he turned down to join South Africa instead. Eddie is praised for his involvement and... Eddie Jones is the Head Coach of England Rugby and one of the most decorated rugby coaches in the world.

A true legend, Eddie is credited with the comeback of the English national team. He led England Rugby to their incredible performance at the 2019 World Cup, which saw them beat the All Blacks in the semi-finals and reach the final of the competition.

His career spans more than two decades and four Rugby World Cups. Before working with England Rugby, Eddie was appointed as the Head Coach of Japan and tasked with preparing the team for the 2015 World Cup, where the team came out victorious against South Africa. Before this, he spent time in Japan as Coach of the Suntory Sungoliath, where he steered their Top League title win against their rivals, the Panasonic Wild Knights.

Eddie also coached Saracens in England's Premiership Rugby and the Queensland Reds in the 2007 Super Rugby season. In preparation for the 2007 Rugby World Cup, he was offered the role of Technical Advisor to Fiji, which he turned down to join South Africa instead. Eddie is praised for his involvement and given credit for much of the Springbok team’s success, including their victory in the final.

A native Australian, Eddie spent five years coaching the Australian rugby team and during that time led them to the Rugby World Cup Final in 2003. Prior to this, Eddie joined the Brumbies and despite a rocky start, the team experienced one of their best seasons under his leadership with his expertise also guiding them to their first title.

His first role as a coach was at Randwick, the same club he played for as a hooker. He then went on to coach at Tokai University, Japan and subsequently joined Suntory Sungoliath. He also played as a hooker for New South Wales before he began his illustrious coaching career.

His autobiography is an account of his inspiring and unrelenting journey from a middle-class suburb in Sydney, to becoming an international rugby hero. moreless

Eddie’s Newsfeed

The Telegraph

'Coach the Lions? No thanks': Eddie Jones answers Telegraph readers' questions

In this Q&A, England Rugby Head Coach Eddie Jones touches on a variety of topics, from the new World Rugby guidelines and the importance of player development, to whether or not he'd like to coach the British and Irish Lions.

The Telegraph

Eddie Jones exclusive: My vision for England - inspired by the Japanese billionaire behind Uniqlo

Featuring in this extract from his book Leadership, Eddie Jones takes his inspiration from Uniqlo's visionary founder, Tadashi Yanai.

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Eddie’s Background

England National Rugby Union Team

Head Coach

2015 - Present

Twickenham, UK

England National Rugby Union Team represents England in the rugby union and competes in the annual Six Nations competition and the international Rugby World Cup that takes place every four years. Eddie guided the team to their first Grand Slam triumph in 13 years in 2006, also securing a berth in the 2019 Rugby World Cup Final, held in his native Japan.

San Diego Legion

Consultant

2020 - Present

San Diego, CA, USA

Founded in 2017, the San Diego Legion is a professional American rugby union. The team is based in San Diego, California, and is part of Major League Rugby, which is the top-level championship for clubs in North America. Eddie consults on operations at every level, playing a pivotal part in progressing the game of rugby throughout the United States.

Japan National Rugby Union Team

Head Coach

2012 - 2015

Minato City, JP

The Japan National Rugby Union Team is well known for being the strongest national rugby team from Asia and has participated in every Rugby World Cup since the event was established in 1987. Eddie oversaw Japan's first wins on European soil in November 2012, seeing off Romania and Georgia. Jones also elevated the side to their highest ever standing of ninth in the World Rankings in 2014.

Suntory Sungoliath

Coach

2009 - 2012

Fuchu, JP

Suntory Sungoliath is based in Fuchū, Tokyo, and is owned by multinational Japanese brewing and distilling company, Suntory. It is one of the Japanese rugby union teams and competes in the Top League competitions. During his time with the club, Eddie led them to a Top League title win in 2012, along with two consecutive All Japan Championship victories.

Saracens

Coach

2007 - 2009

London, UK

Saracens was established in 1876 and is a London-based professional rugby union football club that competes in top level league competitions. Eddie operated in a consultancy role, implementing his vast experience to aid the team as they struggled at the lower reaches of the league table.

South African Rugby Union

Assistant Coach & Technical Advisor

2007 - 2007

Cape Town, ZA

The governing body for rugby union in South Africa (and affiliated to World Rugby), organising all rugby in the country including the national teams. Eddie served as Technical Advisor during the 2007 Rugby World Cup, credited with substantially improving backline play throughout a tournament South Africa went onto win.

Queensland Reds

Coach

2007 - 2007

Brisbane, AU

The Queensland Reds is a rugby union team that competes in the Super Rugby competition and represents Queensland, Australia.

Saracens

Consultant

2006 - 2006

London, UK

Australia National Rugby Union Team

Coach

2001 - Present

Sydney, AU

Also known as the Wallabies, the Australia National Rugby Union Team, represents Australia in the rugby union and has competed in every Rugby World Cup. Appointed in 2001, Jones secured a Tri Nations title in his first year at the helm, prior to leading his charges to a Rugby World Cup Final on home soil in 2003.

Brumbies

1998 - 2001

Canberra, AU

The Brumbies are a professional rugby union based in Canberra, Australia. The team competes in Super Rugby and was founded in 1996. Eddie's tenure coincided with the club's most successful era, finishing as runners-up in 2000, prior to a first title the following year. 2001's success saw The Brumbies become the first side outside New Zealand to win the tournament.

Suntory Sungoliath

Assistant Coach

1997 - 1997

Fuchu, JP

Japan National Rugby Union Team

Assistant Coach

1996 - 1996

Tokai University

Coach

1995 - 1996

Tokyo, JP

Tokai University is a private university based in Tokyo, Japan. It was founded by Japanese electrical engineer and inventor Shigeyoshi Matsumae and is accredited under both the new and old educational system in Japan.

Randwick District Rugby Union Football Club

Coach

1994 - 1995

Sydney, AU

Randwick District Rugby Union Football Club is an Australian rugby union club that competes in Sydney’s premiere league competition. The club, also known as the Galloping Greens, was established in 1882 and has won 32 premierships and 6 championships since it’s inception.

Randwick District Rugby Union Football Club

Hooker

1994 - 1994

Sydney, AU

New South Wales Waratahs

Hooker

1987 - 1989

Sydney, AU

The New South Wales Waratahs are a rugby union team that plays in the Super Rugby competition and represents the New South Wales region of Australia.

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Eddie’s Gallery

Eddie Jones poses during a CSM Sport & Entertainment shoot

Eddie Jones in England training gear for a shoot organised by CSM Sport & Entertainment

Eddie Jones oversees a training session ahead of England's autumn international against Georgia.

Eddie Jones poses at the home of English rugby, Twickenham, having been announced as the team's new head coach.

Eddie Jones poses with the Six Nations trophy after guiding his England side to success in the competition in 2016.

Current Board Positions

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.

Member of Advisory Board

2015 - Present

Tokyo, JP

Goldman Sachs is an American multinational finance company that engages in global investment banking, investment management, securities and other financial services. The firm’s President in Japan, Masanori Mochida, declares Eddie a strong leader, who can motivate different cultures to work together.

Media

Oxford Union

Interviewee

Jun 2017

Oxford, UK

Eddie Jones participates in a Q&A session at Oxford Union, where he discusses his background and career as a coach.

Good Morning Britain

Interviewee

Nov 2019

London, UK

On Good Morning Britain, Eddie reflects on England’s experience and performance at the 2019 Rugby World Cup. He also discusses the World Cup and his career as an international rugby coach in his autobiography, ‘My Life and Rugby’.

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Publications

Leadership: Lessons from my life in Rugby

Author

Nov 2021

Basingstoke, UK

Eddie explains how the High Performance Cycle of Success at the centre of his coaching philosophy helps to shape and lead teams to be the best in any high pressure setting. He shares the lessons learnt during nearly 3 decades of coaching experience.

My Life and Rugby: The Autobiography

Author

Nov 2019

In his autobiography ‘My Life and Rugby' Eddie shares his journey from growing up in a working-class suburb in Sydney and playing school rugby, to becoming one of the world’s most decorated coaches in the Rugby Union. The book is an account of Eddie’s celebrated coaching career that includes many victories and much mastery.

Awards & Endorsements

Pride of Sports Awards

Coach of the Year

2016

London, UK

Eddie was recognised as Coach of The Year for his impact on England Rugby and preparing the team for their major comeback.

Rugby Union Writers' Club

Pat Marshall Memorial Award

2016

London, UK

Eddie was honoured by the Rugby Union Writers’ Club with the prestigious Pat Marshall Memorial Award as the sport’s personality of the year for 2016. The ceremony was held in London during the association's annual dinner. Previous awardees include Jonah Lomu, Jonny Wilkinson, Martin Johnson and Dan Carter.

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Academic Appointments

University of Winchester

Honorary Doctorate of Letters

Oct 2017 - Present

Winchester, UK

Eddie was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters in 2017 for services to sport.