Already fluent in Kiwispeak courtesy of their NUIG club co-coach, none among the girls was called upon to translate for the benefit of those attending, the irony not lost on those attending, given “communication” and “being understood” was among Schmidt’s core points.
It was his laid-back way of speaking which gently hammered points home, said NUIG rugby secretary and player Emma McMahon.
“He covered a mix of bits and pieces relating to developing and leading a successful club, focusing on smaller goals in order to bring about a more successful bigger picture, and always keeping an eye on future success and security,” she said.
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