Byron McGuigan maps England ambitions while leading Sale’s defence and hailing Lee Blackett

Ambitious coach, clear objectives

Sale Sharks assistant Byron McGuigan has outlined his England ambitions as he prepares to lead the club’s defence into the new Premiership season. The former international has used his national-team exposure to sharpen coaching detail and set higher standards at Sale.

Praise for Lee Blackett

McGuigan also offered a bold prediction about the trajectory of Lee Blackett, praising the coach’s impact and potential. The message from Carrington is consistent: align standards across the coaching group, maximise player development and keep the defensive identity front and centre.

It’s a blueprint that could pay dividends as Sale aim to be in the mix come season’s end.