CURRENT Australia coach Kevin Walters has signed a three-year contract to be the next coach of St Helens.
He replaces caretaker Eamon O’Carroll who in turn toook the place of Paul Rowley, discarded mid-season.
“Kevin’s vast experience at both club and representative levels is self-evident,” Saints chairman Eamonn McManus said in a statement.
“His motivation to succeed with the task at hand was both clear and compelling to us, as shown by the major career sacrifices that he is making in Australia to join St Helens.
“This is a major statement of ambition both by St Helens and by Super League.
“We would like to place on record our thanks to the understanding and professionalism of Peter V’Landys and the ARL Commission in facilitating Kevin’s move to us.
Walters, 58, was also quoted in the club media release.
“St Helens are one of the most iconic and successful brands in rugby league,” he said,
“I am honoured to be given the opportunity by the chairman, Eamonn McManus, and the St Helens board to lead a club with so much history.
“I look forward to bringing my experiences as a coach and blending those learnings into the winning culture of St Helens.
“For me, the foundation of success is creating the right environment where the players and staff enjoy coming to training and working hard for each other, as well as (for) the Saints sponsors, fans and the wider community.
“At the end of last year, I was in England for the Ashes Series as the Kangaroos head coach. I witnessed firsthand how tough, physical, and skilful the English players were.
“I look forward to being a part of Super League in 2027 with the Saints.”
