Crusaders support forwards coach for USA Eagles World Cup opportunity

New Crusaders head coach Scott Hansen said that Perrin's opportunity will make him a better coach moving forward.

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Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 3:24 AM

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Crusaders forwards coach Dan Perrin will join the USA Eagles for their upcoming fixtures and the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Perrin will continue his role on head coach Scott Hansen's staff with the Crusaders for the upcoming Super Rugby Pacific season.
The fixed-term international role tasks Perrin with leading the USA Eagles' forwards department.

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Crusaders forwards coach Dan Perrin will join the USA Eagles coaching staff ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup while remaining in his role with the Super Rugby Pacific club. Perrin is set to take charge of the Eagles' forwards department for the remainder of their 2026 schedule and the upcoming global tournament.

Crusaders head coach Scott Hansen confirmed the club fully supports Perrin's international move, stating that the exposure will benefit both the coach and the franchise upon his return. Before the 2027 World Cup pool matches against Japan, France, and Samoa, Perrin will assist the USA in fixtures against Australia A, Georgia, Romania, and Hong Kong China.

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