The Sydney Roosters have officially confirmed a sensational double return that has electrified the National Rugby League community, welcoming back club legends Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Anthony Minichiello in major off-field leadership roles.
In an announcement made earlier today, the Roosters revealed that former vice-captain and premiership-winning enforcer Jared Waerea-Hargreaves will return to the club as a forward mentor, while club icon and former captain Anthony Minichiello is set to take up a senior coaching or director-level role, marking a powerful homecoming for two of the clubโs most respected figures.
Waerea-Hargreaves, renowned for his toughness, leadership, and uncompromising standards, played a pivotal role in multiple premiership campaigns and is widely regarded as one of the greatest forwards in Roosters history. His return is expected to have an immediate impact on the clubโs pack, providing mentorship, professionalism, and guidance to the next generation of forwards.
Anthony Minichiello, a premiership winner and one of the most admired players ever to wear the Roosters jersey, brings with him a wealth of experience, football intelligence, and leadership. His prospective role in senior coaching or football administration is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the clubโs long-term vision and cultural foundations.
Club officials described the announcement as a defining moment for the Roosters.
โThis is about legacy, leadership, and maintaining the standards that define the Sydney Roosters,โ a club statement read. โJared and Anthony embody everything this club stands for, and having them back is a massive boost both on and off the field.โ
Fans have responded with overwhelming excitement, flooding social media with messages of pride, nostalgia, and anticipation. Former players and NRL figures have also praised the move, calling it a masterstroke that blends history with future success.
As the Roosters prepare for the upcoming season, the return of Waerea-Hargreaves and Minichiello signals a clear message: the club is doubling down on its identity, values, and pursuit of excellence.
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