Wake Forest Adds New Coach for Spring Season

Wake Forest men's rugby has announced that Rob Duryea has joined the team as an assistant coach. Duryea, a first year MBA student at Wake, has a close to 20 year history in rugby. He began playing when joining the Marines after graduating from the United States Naval Academy where he was a boxer. Duryea has played for multiple military sides since 1992 and was selected to the All-Marine team while stationed at Quantico in the mid-2000s. Duryea, a wing and fullback during his playing career, will be working primarily with the backline. Additionally, Duryea's wife, Natalie, is a professional dietitian and will be assisting the team with proper nutrition plans. Head coach Patrick Kane said, "Adding Rob to our coaching staff could not come at a better time. His rugby experience and knowledge is extensive and his military background will be essential in instilling much-needed discipline and toughness in our team."