Dave is a Level 3 RFU coach with experience of coaching at numerous levels within rugby.
He is a Coach Developer for the RFU as well as a PE teacher/ Director of Learning at Thornhill School in Sunderland.

Ian Etchells, Chariman commented "I am delighted that Dave has agreed to join our coaching team in what I expect to be an exciting season at Westoe with the prospect of being able to field 3 senior teams. He totally understands our desire to reignite the 'Westoe Family Ethos' and to strengthen our player recruitment and participation at all levels throughout the club"

Dave is thrilled to be working alongside Carlo del Fava ex- Newcastle Falcons & Italian International this coming season and this feeling is mutual!

Everyone at Westoe RFC extends a warm welcome to both Dave and his family.