Blues Coach Laurie Daley Steps Down
Monday, 3 August 2026
Laurie Daley won the State of Origin series this year. He is now leaving his job as NSW coach.
In short:
NSWRL thanks Laurie Daley. They call him a hero.
Daley led the Blues to a win over Queensland. He said his job was an honor.
Daley won two Origin series as coach.
Laurie Daley is leaving his job as NSW State of Origin coach.
Daley announced he was leaving in a statement.
Daley said it was an honor to work with the NSW Blues.
Daley is happy after critics said bad things about him.
The team had problems, but they worked together and won.
Daley thanks the fans for their support.
NSWRL thanks Daley for his work.
Daley was a great player and coach.
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Daley led NSW to two great Origin series wins.
Those wins made the whole state happy.
Daley said some people tried to hurt his team.
Daley's team won, and he was happy.
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