LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In true Rugby League fashion, Brisbane Broncos coach Michael Maguire has addressed the swirling rumors surrounding Reece Walsh and Patrick Carrigan potentially relocating closer to the Broncos headquarters for the upcoming NRL season.
After a disappointing end to the 2024 season saw Kevin Walters ousted as head coach, the club conducted a review and identified various issues that needed addressing.
Speculation about slipping standards and a dressing room full of 'rockstars' has been circulating, with players like Payne Haas hinting at the need for change.
The Broncos hierarchy has been reportedly worried about the toll of traveling close to 90 minutes from the Gold Coast to training every day, prompting discussions about enforcing a closer proximity for the players.
According to reports, some players have even resorted to leaving training early to dodge peak-hour traffic on their commute back to the Gold Coast.
Haas, who himself used to reside on the Gold Coast, recently made the move closer to Red Hill to alleviate the travel strain.
The Broncos are determined to turn things around after a disappointing 12th place finish in 2024, following their NRL grand final appearance in 2023.