Fijian Drua confirm departure of coach Glenn Jackson at end of season

Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 11:29 PM
Nathan Williamson
by Nathan Williamson
Glen Jackson will depart as Fijian Drua coach at the end of the season. Photo: Getty Images
Glen Jackson will depart as Fijian Drua coach at the end of the season. Photo: Getty Images

The Fijian Drua have announced that coach Glen Jackson will depart the club at the end of the season.

Jackson had an option in his contract to extend for another season, with the parties mutually deciding not to exercise it.

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"Glen has been a part of the Drua journey since Day One and we thank him for his enormous contribution to for the past five years - three as Assistant Coach and two as Head Coach," CEO Jeff Miller said.

"He helped lay the foundations of this new Club and the team for which we are all truly grateful.

"There will be time for more acknowledgement and sharing fond memories, but for now, Glen and the entire Club are firmly focused on the remainder of the season."

Jackson replaced Mick Byrne in 2025 after Byrne moved into the national team set-up as head coach.

The club will commence their recruitment process in the coming days, with Jackson thankful for the opportunity.

"I would like to say a massive thank you to the Drua players, staff, and sponsors for an incredible five years of my life," Jackson said.

"It has been an amazing journey helping this great club continue to grow and strive to be one of the most supportive clubs in Super Rugby Pacific.

"The fans are truly the best in the world, and I will miss their incredible voice and unwavering support.

"I have enormous belief in this playing group, the staff, and the direction the club is heading. With six games remaining, I will do everything I can, alongside three outstanding assistant coaches, to give this team the best possible chance of reaching the playoffs."

The Fijian Drua currently sit ninth on the ladder, eight points outside of the top six.

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