Ross McMillan joins Exeter's coaching group

Exeter Chiefs have announced the appointment of Ross McMillan as an assistant forwards coach ahead of the 2023/24 season.

The 36-year-old will combine closely with forwards coach Rob Hunter on not only improving areas around the set-piece, but also working heavily on the development of players.

McMillan, who played for Gloucester, Northampton Saints, Bristol Bears and Leicester Tigers previously was part of London Irish's coaching group from 2019 but now heads to Sandy Park after the club after the Exiles entered into administration following financial crisis.

“I’m very happy to be here,” he told the club's official website.

“I’ve been here a couple of weeks now and, hopefully, I’ve created a bit of a tidal wave and started to have an effect on a few people.

“My aim coming in was not just to make my own mark, which I hope to do, but I want to learn from those around me. Anyone who knows rugby knows how well the Chiefs have done over the years. The success they’ve had doesn’t just happen, it comes from people and players working incredibly hard.

“For me, this is an exciting next chapter in terms of my career. I enjoyed my time at Irish and I will forever be grateful to the coaches, the players’ and the staff there.

"Unfortunately, the situation happened as it did, but coming into this new environment, I’m excited for what lies ahead.”