Wales fitness coach heads for NFL
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Wales have lost their leading fitness expert to an unnamed American Football team before the Rugby World Cup.
Coach Warren Gatland says Adam Beard's move to a role as a director of high performance at a NFL franchise is a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity.
Beard joined Gatland's back-room staff in 2009 and during his tenure they won two Six Nations titles.
"Adam has to take due credit for ensuring Wales is well placed for the future," said Gatland.
"While I am disappointed that Adam is leaving before the Rugby World Cup, this is an opportunity that only comes around …
Coach Warren Gatland says Adam Beard's move to a role as a director of high performance at a NFL franchise is a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity.
Beard joined Gatland's back-room staff in 2009 and during his tenure they won two Six Nations titles.
"Adam has to take due credit for ensuring Wales is well placed for the future," said Gatland.
"While I am disappointed that Adam is leaving before the Rugby World Cup, this is an opportunity that only comes around …
