Former health trust chief Hugh McCaughey will take over from Jonny Petrie as temporary Ulster Rugby CEO.
McCaughey coached Ulster and Ireland players at youth level and was manager of Ulster Rugby and the Irish 7s team at the 2009 World Cup.
"I have been a passionate supporter of Ulster Rugby for over 40 years, and I am proud and delighted to be joining now as Interim CEO," said McCaughey.McCaughey is the former chief executive of South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and since retiring has taken on roles with a number of charities, most recently becoming Chair of Crescendo in October 2022.Rory Best, Stephen Ferris, Chris Henry, Tommy Bowe and Andrew Trimble are among the players he has coached.
"Over the past decades I have been involved with Ulster Rugby in many guises, including coach, manager, player, and a vociferous supporter on the terraces, as well as influencing how the game is played, coached and governed at a club, provincial and national level," added McCaughey. "Whilst the post is an interim appointment, I don't see it as a case of holding the reins. Ulster Rugby has recently faced challenges, but it is my belief that in the coming months we can achieve much and also lay the foundations for future success.Paul Terrington, Chair of Ulster Rugby's Management Committee, said McCaughey's senior organisational leadership experience, not only in the local public sector but also in the rugby world, is hugely advantageous for us at this time.
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