St Helens appoints Kevin Walters as head coach starting 2027

St Helens has announced the appointment of Kevin Walters as their head coach on a three-year deal, effective from the start of the 2027 Super League season. Walters, currently the head coach of the Australian national team, will take over following the conclusion of this autumn's Rugby League World Cup. His previous coaching experience includes a stint with the Brisbane Broncos, where he led the team to the NRL Grand Final in 2023. St Helens sacked Paul Rowley earlier this season amid a challenging campaign, and Eamonn O'Carroll is serving as the interim head coach. Walters expressed honor in joining one of rugby league's iconic clubs, and St Helens Chairman Eamonn McManus indicated that this is a significant coaching deal for the club's history.