Ulster assistant coach Roddy Grant believes he has left the club in a better place than when he arrived after confirming he would be leaving his role by mutual agreement.
The former Scotland international joined Ulster in 2019 as forwards coach under Dan McFarland and helped them reach the final of the Pro14 in 2020.
Under Grant, Ulster’s pack noticeably strengthened, particularly in the maul which became a weapon for them both in domestic and European affairs.
However, with the arrival of Jimmy Duffy to the coaching ticket for the upcoming season, the 37-year-old Botswanan has now departed the province, saying it is time for a new challenge.
“I’m extremely proud of our work as forwards over the past five years. I feel that I leave with the pack in a better place than when I arrived, with the guys having built a very strong reputation as a forward pack,” said Grant.
“I gave it my all, and I went all in. Thank you to all the players who gave everything, and went all in for me too.”
Head coach Richie Murphy commented: “Roddy has given a lot to the club over the past five years, and we would like to thank him for all his hard work that is set to stand by us as a squad in the seasons ahead.
“From a personal perspective, I really enjoyed working together at the end of last season. Roddy is a coach that gives it his all, and I know how much maintaining the highest standards means to him.
“On behalf of everyone at the club, I would like to wish Roddy every success for the future.”