St George Illawarra Dragons to appoint Dean Young as head coach
Dean Young has been appointed as the permanent head coach of the St George Illawarra Dragons for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. The decision follows his tenure as interim coach and support from both the club's board and key players.
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This appointment marks a significant leadership transition for a major professional sports team, impacting team strategy and fan expectations.
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Share A A A Dean Young has been appointed St George Illawarra head coach on a two-year deal after holding off a challenge from former premiership-winning teammate Ben Hornby.
The Dragons confirmed on Monday afternoon that the club’s board and shareholders “unanimously endorsed” Young’s appointment permanent head coach for 2027 and 2028.
Dean Young is set to be formally appointed to the Dragons’ head coaching role on a full-time basis. Getty The Dragons board met on Monday morning and heard a presentation on the candidates for the position from CEO Tim Watsford, who has led interviews with Rabbitohs assistant Hornby and at least one other candidate who progressed to the final stage of the application process.
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