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Blues secure Jason Holland for 2027
Sport Nation • March 21st, 2026 11:18 am
Jason Holland | Photo: Photosport
The Blues have confirmed the appointment of Jason Holland as head coach for the 2027 Super Rugby season on a three year deal.
He has held a range of coaching roles with the Hurricanes, including head coach from 2020 to 2023, and has also been part of the coaching group with the All Blacks.
The former Manawatū and Taranaki representative also enjoyed a successful playing stint offshore, chalking up 102 appearances for Irish side Munster between 1999 and 2008.
Blues CEO Karl Budge said it is a great result for the organisation.
“We are really looking forward to welcoming Jason to the club, but know he still has a job to do with the Hurricanes first, and we fully respect and support that. We expect him to continue giving everything to his current team, as we would expect of any professional of his calibre.”
Holland said he is excited about what lies ahead, while keeping his focus on the job at hand.
“The opportunity to join the Blues from 2027 is incredibly exciting. It’s a club with a proud history and I see huge potential to add to that legacy,” he said.
“When the time comes I’m really looking forward to connecting with everyone at club including players, staff, fans and the wider community.”
Blues Chairman Don Mackinnon said locking in Holland is a big step forward for the club.
“We are thrilled to secure Jason as our head coach from 2027. He is a quality person with outstanding rugby intellect and a proven track record of developing teams and players,” Mackinnon said.
“His experience at both Super Rugby and international level, including with the All Blacks, makes him an exceptional candidate to lead the Blues into our next chapter.
“Just as importantly, this appointment provides long term certainty and stability for our club, our players, and our fans.”
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