Philip Doyle: key obituary facts
Is Philip Doyle dead? Yes. Philip Doyle died on June 26, 2026, at age 61.
Cause of death: Philip Doyle's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Philip Doyle known for?
He was an Irish rugby union coach.
More about Philip Doyle
Philip Doyle, the Irish rugby union coach who guided women’s teams at international and club level, died on June 26, 2026, aged 61.
Born in Dublin on November 1, 1964, Doyle coached the Ireland women’s national side from 2003 to 2006 before returning to the role in 2010. He led Ireland to a Grand Slam in the 2013 Women’s Six Nations Championship and later oversaw their victory over the Black Ferns at the 2014 Women’s Rugby World Cup in France, a result that marked a notable moment in the team’s history.
He stepped down after that tournament and was also associated with Blackrock College.