16/06/2026
We are incredibly excited to welcome Mr Kieran Botha as the new Head of Rugby at Ivybridge Community College.
Originally from South Africa, Kieran moved to New Zealand with his family in 2005 and has dedicated much of his life to the game. A qualified Health and Physical Education teacher, he also holds a World Rugby Level 3 Advanced Coaching Award and brings with him a wealth of experience across youth, school and senior rugby environments.
Kieran joins us from Rotorua, one of New Zealand's most respected rugby regions, where he has spent the past decade coaching and developing players across a range of levels. Most recently, he served as Head Coach of Whakarewarewa Rugby Club's Premier Men's team and has worked extensively within the Bay of Plenty rugby system. Prior to this, he was Director of Rugby and First XV Head Coach at Rotorua Boys' High School, one of New Zealand's leading rugby schools, where he led successful programmes focused on both performance and player development.
As we look ahead, we are excited about the opportunities that lie before us. Kieran is eager to become part of the Ivybridge community and is looking forward to building strong relationships with students, staff, parents/carers and the wider local rugby network.
Together, we will continue to build upon the College's proud rugby tradition, create memorable experiences for our players and provide outstanding opportunities for all students involved in the game.
Please join us in giving Kieran a huge welcome!
We cannot wait to see him on the touchline soon.
