Why Rohan Smith was the outstanding applicant
We set a tough criteria at the outset, I think when I was last on the call I said it would be an exhaustive process and that the candidates would need to have worked at the highest level at Super League or NRL, head coaching experience and a track record of success. That ruled quite a number of people out but we had a number of applicants and we had a strong pool to pick from
We ended with a shortlist of about eight both from across Australia and back at home. It was a very strong pool, some outstanding candidates but we believe in Rohan Smith we have an outstanding coach but also someone with experience of running a rugby operation, which is what you need at this level. But he has enjoyed success as a coach and an educator. For people who know about coaching he comes with the very highest of recommendations.
