WESTERN FORCE
Head CoachSimon Cron
Western Force head coach, extended through the 2027 season.
Tenure record
as of 30 May 2026By competition
Super Rugby Pacific 28P · 11W · 1D · 16L
Simon Cron has overseen 28 completed Western Force matches in our database since February 2025 — 11 won, 1 drawn, 16 lost. That is a 39.3% win rate, with 716 points scored and 855 conceded.
Records are computed from the WeTalkRugby match database and cover matches we hold data for within this tenure. They are not an official all-time record.
Coaching career
- 2023- Western Force Head Coach
Players under Simon Cron
Full squad →About Simon Cron
Simon Cron has been head coach of the Western Force since 2023 and had his contract extended in May 2026 to cover the 2027 season. A New Zealander who coached North Harbour and worked within the Blues set-up before moving to Australia, he has steadily improved the Force from the bottom of Super Rugby Pacific into genuine finals contention.
Frequently asked
Who is the head coach of Western Force?
Simon Cron is the head coach of Western Force.
When did Simon Cron take charge?
Simon Cron took over at Western Force in January 2023, around 3 years ago.
What is Simon Cron's record?
From 28 matches in our database: 11 wins, 1 draws and 16 defeats — a 39.3% win rate.
What nationality is Simon Cron?
Simon Cron is New Zealander.
