McConnochie and Schreuder to leave Bath this summer
Winger Ruaridh McConnochie and scrum-half Louis Schreuder will leave Bath following the conclusion of the 2024-25 season. Former England wing McConnochie is to retire and move into coaching after spending the past seven seasons playing for the club. The 33-year-old former Great Britain sevens player has scored 30 tries in 96 matches for Bath so far.South African Schreuder, who won one cap for the Springboks, signed for Bath in 2022 from Newcastle."Ruaridh is one of the best human beings I have coached," head of rugby Johann van Graan said. "As a player, he is always diligent and always gives 100% regardless of the circumstances. Ruaridh made a massive contribution in the three years I have been at the club, and he will finish his playing career as a respected and valued leader and player."I have been very fortunate to coach Louis, both at Bath and with the Springboks. He is an excellent team man and has helped rebuild this club of ours since 11 July 2022."
McConnochie began his career in rugby sevens and won a silver medal as part of the Great Britain team at the 2016 Olympics and gold for England at the 2016 World Rugby Sevens Series.He joined Bath in 2018 after switching codes to union and won his two England caps in 2019, scoring a try at the World Cup that year.McConnochie said it was the "right time" to step off the playing field. "I appreciate not every player has the ability to retire on their own terms, and so after much thought, I feel very lucky to be able to make the call myself," he said."Now into the world of coaching and education I go, with some life-changing memories and experiences to look back on."
Schreuder, 35, has made 62 appearances for Bath in all competitions in his three seasons with the club and has not confirmed if he will continue playing beyond this season. "The last three years have been a privilege and pleasure at this club. I am grateful to have worked with so many special people and players along the way," he said."The club is in a very good place, and the best is yet to come."
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