**Andy Friend's vision for Connacht is as clear as the finest view across Galway Bay.** The 51-year-old Australian recently signed on for more as Connacht head coach, agreeing a new deal and extending his stay at the Sportsground which began in 2018 until the end of the 2022-23 season. And these are exciting times on the west coast of Ireland, with Friend not only continuing to develop an outstanding playing squad but also hoping to see ground redevelopment plans come to fruition.