A new chapter unfolds for Jarrod Croker! The former Canberra Raiders star is making waves, not on the field, but as a coach. He's landed his second NRL coaching role, and it's a fascinating move.
Jarrod Croker, the celebrated centre who hung up his boots at the end of 2023, is now officially the goal-kicking coach for the Manly Sea Eagles. But here's where it gets interesting: he's also keeping his current position as the kicking coach for the Canberra Raiders. This means Croker is stepping into the unique position of working across two different NRL teams simultaneously. Talk about a busy schedule!
The Sea Eagles have stated that Croker will be working closely with their kickers to refine their technique and boost their performance. He'll be lending his expertise to players like Jamal Fogarty, Reuben Garrick, Joey Walsh, Clayton Faulalo, and Brandon Wakeham.
Interestingly, Fogarty was once a teammate of Croker's at the Raiders. Now, he's made the move north, potentially taking over the number seven jersey from Daly Cherry-Evans. And this is the part most people miss: Fogarty could also be taking over the chief goal-kicking duties from Garrick, especially given his long-term contract, while Garrick is slated to join the Sydney Roosters at the end of the year.
Croker has already begun his coaching duties with Manly. This dual role is a testament to Croker's skills and the high regard he's held in. What do you think about this move? Is it a smart strategy for Croker, or could it spread his focus too thin? Share your thoughts in the comments!
