google-site-verification: googlec7193c3de77668c9.html

England v Australia rugby league Ashes: Kevin Walters to coach Kangaroos in autumn series

Advertisements

Australia’s men face England at Wembley on 25 October, Everton’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium on 1 November and AMT Headingley on 8 November, with all three matches to be shown live in the UK by the BBC. The Tests at Everton and Headingley are already sold out.

Walters said: “It is truly an honour and a privilege to be able to coach the Kangaroos on such a stage.”

He was part of the Kangaroos squad that toured Great Britain in 1990 and 1994, although he only played in Tests on the latter tour.

“Playing on a Kangaroos tour was always a pinnacle as a player, so to be able to lead the best of the best in this environment is very humbling and obviously very exciting,” added Walters, who had a short spell at Super League side Warrington in 2001 and coached Catalans Dragons from 2009-10.

“This series will be an important step for the growth of international rugby league and for the Kangaroos. I can’t wait to get started.”

Meninga’s decision to take up the role with Perth Bears forced him to step down in June as ARLC rules prevent the national team head coach from holding a club job at the same time.

Former Australia captain Brad Fittler, a three-time World Cup winner, had been favourite for the post until ruling himself out of the running, citing his media commitments. Cameron Smith, another ex-Kangaroos captain, was also a contender.

ARLC chairman Peter V’landys said: “Kevin has toured with the Kangaroos as a player, was a leader as a player and as a coach. His coaching pedigree is a natural fit for the national team.”


BBC News

Views: 0

See also  Tara Jones: St Helens star to become first woman to referee senior northern hemisphere men's match

Check Also

Challenge Cup Final: ‘Very, very proud’ – Wigan coach Matt Peet’s interview

Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet is “very, very proud” of his team as they …

Challenge Cup final highlights: Wigan Warriers 40-10 Hull KR

Bevan French scores on his return from a hamstring injury as Wigan Warriors earn their …

Challenge Cup final: Wigan Warriors 40-10 Hull KR – Bevan French scores on return

Prior to the game, Wigan legend Martin Offiah described the final as being an “unofficial …

Leave a Reply

Available for Amazon Prime