Leigh Josey and Tom Cowie write:

AFL fans would have learned today that Chris Scott — twin brother of North Melbourne coach Brad, Fremantle Assistant coach and dual Brisbane Lions Premiership player — has been appointed to coach Geelong.

Brothers coaching is rare. Brothers coaching at the same time rarer still. But what about twin brothers coaching at the same time? Or for that matter any twin?

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1961's "The Parent Trap" is allegedly a blueprint for the Scott brothers

Has this ever happened? In any sport?

The vast resources of Crikey Sports look to investigate this important, vexing question. This is what we found:

Rob and Rex Ryan

Note the subtle use of the beard to distinguish oneself from one's twin
Note the subtle use of the beard to distinguish oneself from one's twin

Rob Ryan is the current Defensive Coordinator of the Cleveland Browns in the NFL. His twin brother Rex is the Head Coach of the NFL’s New York Jets.

Tom and Terry Brands

Note use of vest to distinguish oneself from one's twin
Note the use of the vest to distinguish oneself from one's twin

After serving as a coach of the USA wrestling team, Terry Brands now serves as assistant coach to his brother Tom at University of Iowa.

Tim and Tom Gullikson

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Note the use of identical haircuts and outfits meaning one cannot distinguish oneself from one's twin

Tom served as Davis Cup captain, winning the prestigious cup in 1995, and men’s Olympic coach. Tim was the coach of Pete Sampras until he tragically died of a brain tumour in 1996.

Feel free to let us know of any more coaching twins in the comments section below.