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Congratulations to Joe Schmidt & Martin Castrogiovanni Posted almost 11 years ago

This weekend, The Rugby Site contributors, Joe Schmidt and Martin Castrogiovanni both signed-off from their clubs in style. Castro retired from rugby at the top of his game, winning the Aviva Premiership Final at Twickenham. Castro was a two club man, starting his career at Calvisano in Italy and finishing with Leicester Tigers where he has just lifted his 4th league title. Castro also played for Italy 95 times representing them at three World Cups. Forza Castro!

Watch Martin Castrogiovanni on ‘Scrum Power’ & ‘Individual Power’

Joe Schmidt also leaves his club, Leinster, to take up his role as the head coach of the Ireland National team. Joe leaves on a high having guided his side to victory in the Rabo Direct Pro12 Final against Ulster. Well done and good luck in your new role, Joe.

Watch Joe Schmidt on ‘Attack Fundamentals’

How will you remember Castro? Comments below…

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