Five men interviewed for the Newcastle coaching job. This is why the Knights picked Holbrook

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 3, 2026

One thing stood out when the Knights sat down with Justin Holbrook, and the coach’s clear vision has taken Newcastle to their first grand final in 25 years.

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