Coulson, previously associated with Connacht and Stade Français, was tried alongside Farrell and three other players, all of whom once played together at FC Grenoble. While some defendants denied the allegations, the court's decision highlights the severity of the offenses, ensuring accountability for such actions within the sporting community.

Loick Jammes, a 30-year-old French player, and Rory Grice, a 34-year-old from New Zealand, were both convicted of rape, receiving 14 and 12-year sentences, respectively. Dylan Hayes, also from New Zealand, was handed a two-year suspended sentence for failure to prevent the crime.