LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a surprising turn of events, Kevin Walters, the former Broncos coach, was notably absent at the recent Brisbane Broncos' awards night along with his wife Narelle, choosing to skip the event altogether.
This decision left many scratching their heads, as Walters had been a regular attendee at the annual event for the past four years.
Despite being "sacked after four years in charge," Walters has been appointed to an 'ambassador' role at the club, leading officials to extend an invitation in hopes of his attendance.
Walters' absence comes in the wake of a tumultuous season for the Broncos, who went from grand finalists in 2023 to a disappointing 12th place finish on the ladder in 2024.
The club's decision to commission an independent review revealed some not-so positive feedback from players about Walters' coaching methods, leading to his eventual dismissal.
The fallout from this review has caused some tension within the club's leadership.
Although club officials maintain that there is no ill will towards Walters, his choice to stay away from the awards night indicates that he may not be ready to face the players just yet.
His noticeable absence has left many wondering about the future of the club and how they will move forward without their former coach.