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Saint-André bolsters backroom staff with Teulet appointment

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Romain Teulet admitted he was surprised when Philippe Saint-André asked him to join his backroom staff as France’s specialist kicking coach.

Romain Teulet admitted he was surprised when Philippe Saint-André asked him to join his backroom staff as France’s specialist kicking coach.

Head coach Saint-André revealed in January his intention to appoint a team of specialists in key areas to join Les Bleus – France’s fourth-place finish in this year’s RBS 6 Nations highlighting that improvements can still be made.

And with 36-year-old Teulet announcing his retirement as a player with Castres at the end of the season, Saint-André jumped at the chance to recruit him.

Teulet, nicknamed Robocop for his unusual kicking action and incredible accuracy, will now accompany France during their tour of Australia in June for a trial period to establish a working protocol on the kicking game and penalties.

“When Philippe Saint-André contacted me to tell me about this role, I did not expect it,” said Teulet, who holds the world record for points scored in top-level professional club rugby.

“It was a surprise because I had just announced my retirement from the sport with Castres Olympique at the end of the season and I am very proud to be called to work with the kickers of French national team.

“Playing rugby is a joy and be goal-kicker has always been my passion. Working with experienced players is above all about creating a relationship of trust, observing their routines and interacting with their regular coaches.

“This is to help them make their technique even smoother, more accurate and as efficient as possible.”

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