Match of the Day presenter Gabby Logan's son Reuben has started a new job

Match of the Day presenter Gabby Logan has reacted with delight to her son Reuben landing a rugby coaching role.

The 21-year-old remains focused on developing his game but has already begun sharing his skills on the pitch. It has been announced that the Sale Sharks star has joined the Rugby for Manchester coaching team, helping to teach rugby in primary schools.

The back row, whose 6ft5in height has previously captured attention, is a burgeoning prospect at Sale, having started against Gloucester in the Premiership Rugby Cup last month. The Scotland U20 international has also featured for Caldy in the second tier and recently played for reserve side Sale Jets.

Part of a renowned sporting family, Reuben is following in the footsteps of his dad Kenny, who earned 70 caps as a wing for Scotland. The young rugby star also has ties to Wales through his mother Gabby, who represented the country in rhythmic gymnastics at the Commonwealth Games, and the Match of the Day host made her feelings known about Reuben's new coaching job.

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Rugby for Manchester is an initiative founded by University of Manchester students, aimed at removing barriers and improving accessibility to the sport. Upon joining the coaching setup, Reuben said: "I'm really thankful that Owen and Stan have got me involved with Rugby for Manchester; it's a fantastic initiative that helps give children an opportunity to play rugby and get them involved in the sport."

The 21-year-old's new job was announced on social media, with experienced broadcaster Gabby responding to the post with two raised-hands emojis, showing her approval. Retired rugby star Kenny mirrored the reply by commenting with three raised-hands emojis.

The scheme praised Reuben's early work in the post, stating: "He's been an incredible addition to the team and his top tips have now been passed on to students at St Ambrose RC Primary School and Holy Name RC Primary School."

BBC star Gabby has lauded Reuben's personal growth as he continues to pursue a rugby career. The young prospect left Northampton Saints to sign for Sale in 2025.

"I can see Reuben's maturity this year as a person," she said on Sam Warburton's SW7 Academy YouTube channel in April. "He is only 20, he is still so young but has changed so much, particularly his attitude towards professional life. He left home when he was 17 to go to Northampton. That's so young."

Despite being in the early stages of his rugby career, Reuben's progress has often been in the spotlight, given his sporting family. The flanker may have already switched his allegiance from England to Scotland, but he has also received pleas to declare for Wales.

During her conversation with rugby icon Warburton, BBC star Gabby recalled a group of choristers attempting to recruit Reuben for Wales at the funeral of her father and Welsh football legend Terry Yorath. However, the presenter believes her son will continue to represent Scotland.

"I am very proud of my Welsh heritage," Gabby told Warburton. "Recently we lost our dad, and we had lots of Welsh people at his funeral in Leeds.

"There was also a fantastic choir from Cardiff that came up. There was about 50 of them, they'd all had a pint or two, and they were all asking Reuben if he'd consider switching allegiances!"

The Match of the Day presenter added: "To be fair to Reuben, he's been Scottish since he was born. He played for the under-18s for England, then Kenny was a bit unsure whether to cheer for him that day! Kenny used to just shout, 'Come on Reuben!' He said, 'I can't shout, 'Come on England!'’"