By Priscilla Jepchumba The Welsh Rugby Union is mourning the death of Kevin Bowring, the first professional coach of the Wales national rugby team. The Welsh Ru

Kevin Bowring, the first Wales head coach in the professional era and mentor to so many coaches at the top of rugby union, has died at the age of 70. London Welsh led tributes to Bowring, who made 268 appearances for the club during his nine years at Old Deer Park,

Former Wales coach Kevin Bowring has died at the age of 70. Bowring became Wales' first full-time professional coach when he took over in late 1995. He led Wales in 29 matches with 15 wins and 14 defeats before leaving the role in 1998.