In a stunning move that has sent shockwaves through the NRL community, former Sea Eagles legend Stephen Robert โSteveโ Menzies has officially returned to the club in a senior coaching capacity with the firstโgrade squad.
The club โ famous for its passionate supporters and storied history โ confirmed the news shortly before midday, triggering rapturous applause from fans inside the stadium and those watching around Australia.
๐ฆ A Club Icon Comes Home
Steve Beaver Menzies is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Manly history, renowned for his longevity, loyalty, and tryโscoring prowess during a stellar career with the Sea Eagles. His arrival in a coaching leadership role marks a new chapter for both the club and the legendary figure beloved on the Northern Beaches.
The 52โyearโold (playing age) carried the clubโs colours with distinction throughout his career before retiring and building a reputation off the field. The announcement today sees him stepping out of retirement and channeling his experience back into the Sea Eaglesโ program.
โMenziesโ knowledge and connection to this club are irreplaceable,โ said a club spokesperson. โHeโs lived and breathed Sea Eagles footy โ and now heโs back to help shape our next era.โ
๐ค Fan Frenzy and Emotional Return
Crowds gathered early outside the stadium, waving memorabilia and chanting โBeaver! Beaver! Beaver!โ amid an atmosphere of anticipation and nostalgia.
โI canโt believe heโs back! This is huge for the boys,โ said longโtime supporter Liam OโConnor, 38. โSteve represents everything Manly stands for โ heart, grit, and passion.โ
Inside Brookvale Oval, the Sea Eagles board, coaching staff, and senior players greeted Menzies with applause as he took to the podium to address the fans and media.
โThis club gave me so much โ itโs an honour to give even a little back,โ Menzies said, visibly moved by the reception. โI want to help this group reach its full potential. Weโve got something special here, and I canโt wait to get stuck in.โ
๐ What This Means for 2026
Menziesโ return comes at a pivotal time for the Sea Eagles. The team enters the 2026 NRL season under head coach Anthony Seibold and new captain Tom Trbojevic, following significant squad changes in 2025, including the departure of stalwart Daly CherryโEvans to the Sydney Roosters. ๏ฟฝ
Zero Tackle
With Menzies now in a senior coaching role, the club hopes to blend experience and youth โ fostering a culture that honours Manlyโs proud traditions while pushing for competitive success in the league.
๐ Whatโs Next
The Sea Eagles are gearing up for a packed preโseason schedule ahead of their 2026 campaign launch. Supporters are already speculating how Menziesโ influence will shape training sessions and matchโday strategy, with many expecting a boost in attack creativity and forward leadership.
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