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Melbourne Storm’s Craig Bellamy Set to Extend Coaching Contract for 23rd Year: Here’s Why

Daniel Dakur May 10, 2024

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Craig Bellamy

The Craig Bellamy era at the Melbourne Storm is set to extend into 2025 as the master coach has opted to continue his legendary career for another season.

Having signed a five-year contract with the Storm in 2022, Bellamy has the flexibility to decide annually whether he will continue as head coach for the following season or transition into a coaching director role.

With the Storm currently holding the second position on the NRL ladder, boasting seven wins from their first eight games, and eyeing their 21st finals series since Bellamy’s tenure began in 2003, the 64-year-old coach has chosen to remain at the helm for a 23rd consecutive season.

This decision precedes a highly anticipated Saturday night showdown with ladder leaders Cronulla at AAMI Park.

Throughout Bellamy’s tenure, the Storm have consistently rejuvenated their squad, maintaining one of the NRL’s strongest spines featuring Cameron Munster, Jahrome Hughes, Ryan Papenhuyzen, and newly appointed captain Harry Grant.

Just last week, ahead of his 200th game for Melbourne, star playmaker Cameron Munster emphasized Bellamy’s pivotal role in his decision to reject a lucrative offer from the Dolphins and stay with the club.

While there were speculations of former Bellamy assistant Jason Ryles returning to the club in 2024 as part of a succession plan, Bellamy’s decision means Ryles will have to wait for his opportunity.

Bellamy’s coaching legacy is unparalleled, being one of only four coaches in premiership history to reach the 500-game milestone and holding the record for most consecutive games with a single club. Under his guidance, the Storm have clinched five grand final victories and secured the minor premiership on seven occasions.

With the best win-loss record among current NRL coaches, Bellamy’s illustrious career has earned him six Dally M Coach of the Year awards and two Rugby League International Federation Coach of the Year honors.

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