Hull KR names Nathan Cayless as new head coach for next season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:26 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Hull KR names Nathan Cayless as new head coach for next season

Summary

Hull Kingston Rovers have appointed Nathan Cayless as their head coach on a three-year contract starting next season. The 48-year-old replaces Willie Peters, who announced he would leave at the end of the 2026 campaign to coach Papua New Guinea's new team. Cayless currently coaches the Parramatta Eels' New South Wales Cup side and serves as an assistant for New Zealand. He expressed excitement about aligning his coaching philosophy with Hull KR's culture and vision.

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Key Details

•Cayless will replace Willie Peters at Hull KR after the current season.
•He has a history of success as a player and coach.
•Cayless captained New Zealand to victory in the 2008 World Cup final.
•Peters leaves to coach the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.

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9:26 AMYahoo Sports — Hull KR appoint Cayless as head coach
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What they're saying

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New Zealander Nathan Cayless will become the new head coach of Hull KR on a three-year deal from 2027, replacing outgoing Willie Peters.
— Sky Sports