Brendan Venter
Brendan Venter is the director of rugby for Saracens.
Notable Quotes
"I don't want to be competitive in this league. I want to dominate."View Story →
"I idolised Brendan to a degree."View Story →
"Our whole theme this year was all about wine."View Story →
"It sounds like something from an autocratic land, not a democracy where people have the right to say: 'This is what I want to do.'"View Story →
"I expressed that desire before I came."View Story →
"I love coaching rugby. I love working with players."View Story →
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September 30, 2026Saracens face fines over 'wine consultant' Venter's media no-shows
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