NRLW Head Coach John Strange Extends with Roosters

The Sydney Roosters have today announced that NRLW Head Coach John Strange has extended his contract by a further two years.

Currently contracted until the end of the 2024 season, the extension ensures that Strange will remain at the helm until at least the conclusion of the 2026 season.

Roosters CEO Joe Kelly said Strange was to be commended for the role he has played in progressing the Roosters’ NRLW program.

“We’re proud to be a foundation NRLW club and together with Craig Walker, John has done a terrific job in progressing our women’s program,” said Mr Kelly.

“John is a wonderful coach who is passionate about developing the players in our system and unearthing the next wave of NRLW talent via our pathways programs and it’s exciting to know that he will continue to coach the Roosters NRLW side for at least the next three years,” added Mr Kelly.

Strange was appointed the Roosters’ NRLW Head Coach in 2021 and was an assistant coach in 2020.

He coached the Roosters to their maiden NRLW title in the delayed 2021 season and finished the 2022 season as Minor Premiers.

“I’m really proud to hold this position with the Sydney Roosters and to extend my time with the Club,” said Strange.

“There’s such a strong culture at the Roosters and it’s been terrific to be part of the development of the players we’ve had here over the years, so I’m looking forward to continuing to play my role,” he added.