Story highlights Schmidt to step down as Ireland coach Won coach of the year at World Rugby awards Ireland wins three awards in Monaco (CNN)Joe Schmidt will step down as Ireland’s head coach after next year’s Rugby World Cup. Schmidt was crowned coach of the year in Monaco on Sunday having overseen a stellar year for Irish rugby, which has included a Six Nations Grand Slam, a series victory in Australia, and, most recently, a win over the All Blacks in Dublin. The New Zealander, who has spent five years in the role, will be replaced by Briton Andy Farrell, currently the team’s defense coach. “I have decided to finish coaching and will prioritize family commitments after the Rugby World Cup in 2019,” said the 53-year-old Schmidt on Monday. “I feel that Irish Rugby is in good hands. The management and players have been incredible to work with and the tremendous support we have had, particularly at home in the Aviva Stadium, but wherever we have traveled has been uplifting.” Read More Visit cnn.com/sport for more news and videos Schmidt has been at the forefront of the most successful period in the history of Irish rugby, which has included three…