Sydney Roosters assistant coach Justin Holbrook has been named the new head coach of the Newcastle Knights.

Holbrook, 49, was previously of the Gold Coast Titans from 2020 until midway through the 2023 season.

Knights coach says his departure is a 'gift' to club's fans, players Photo shows a rugby league coach at training

Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien will part ways with the club at the end of the season.

The Knights parted ways with previous coach Adam O'Brien at the end of the regular season, ending a six-season tenure.

Holbrook was contracted with the Roosters until the end of next season, but has been permitted to leave for the head coaching role.

"Following a thorough selection process, Justin was unanimously chosen as the best candidate to lead the Club into a new era

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