Billy Slater's son joins Melbourne Storm pathways program for 2027
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 12:10 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
The Melbourne Storm has signed Jake, the 16-year-old son of NRL legend Billy Slater, to a Harold Matthews position starting in 2027. This opportunity allows him to advance through the club's ranks and compete in the Under-17s competition. Slater has already showcased his talent by representing Victoria at the ASSRL National Championships this year. Melbourne's recruitment manager Paul Bunn indicated that the club had been monitoring Jake's progress closely.
- •Jake Slater signs with Melbourne Storm for 2027 pathways role.
- •He will join the Harold Matthews squad next season.
- •Jake is a local Melbourne product and represented Victoria this year.
- •Billy Slater is considered one of the best players in NRL history.
- •The Storm aims to develop more native Victorian players.
- 12:10 AMZero Tackle NRL — Billy Slater’s son lands Storm contract
"A son of the one of the NRL’s best ever players has secured a Storm pathways opportunity.
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