Andrew Goodman, Ireland's attack coach, acknowledges the tough decision between Leinster's Sam Prendergast and Munster's Jack Crowley for the starting fly-half position against Wales. He highlights the unique skills of both players, comparing them to former Crusaders star Richie Mo'unga. Goodman praises both Crowley's character and Prendergast's learning process, emphasizing the positive competition within the Irish squad.
Andrew Goodman can sympathise with both Leinster first-choice out-half Sam Prendergast and Munster first-choice out-half Jack Crowley .
Right now, it is unclear as to whether the Leinster no10 Prendergast or Munster no10 Crowley will start against Wales but the former is favourite to retain the shirt and his learning process to be continued. "He’s always highly prepared and he speaks really well in front of the team. The boys have got great respect for him.
Goodman's work at Crusaders with Mo'unga was one of things that impressed Leinster and Ireland when they went looking for a replacement for Stuart Lancaster and Mike Catt respectively.
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