Wyllie was first an assistant to head coach Brian Lochore in the All Blacks team which won the 1987 World Cup. He then coached the team from 1988 until 1991, to wins in 58 of 64 matches for a 91 ...

Alex Wyllie's contribution to New Zealand rugby, primarily through Canterbury and the All Blacks, was duly acknowledged upon his death, but he also left his mark on Argentina rugby. Wyllie had a ...

All Blacks coach Alex Wyllie, pictured in 1990, is remembered for his tough approach and his innovation. Photo/ Photosport There were large elements of truth in Alex “Grizz” Wyllie’s public ...

Alex Wyllie, the former New Zealand player and coach, speaks with the St Paul's Senior Cup team during training at Clontarf RFC back in 2000. Photo: Gerry Mooney David Kelly ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Famously tough All Blacks loose forward Alex (Grizz) Wyllie who went on to coach New Zealand to 25 wins in 29 tests has died. He was 80. Wyllie’s death on ...

Famously tough All Blacks loose forward Alex (Grizz) Wyllie who went on to coach New Zealand to 25 wins in 29 tests has died WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Famously tough All Blacks loose ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Famously tough All Blacks loose forward Alex (Grizz) Wyllie who went on to coach New Zealand to 25 wins in 29 tests has died. He was 80. Wyllie’s death on Saturday as a ...