During the 2013 NRL season, in the midst of the Canberra Raiders’ worst run of losses in the club’s history, coach David Furner’s position was publicly guaranteed by a board member.
Towards the back end of Furner’s tenure, after eight losses in a row and with just six wins for the entire season, it was obvious change was required. His position wasn’t helped by the off-field behaviour of Josh Dugan and Blake Ferguson, who were sacked during the 2013 season.
David Furner was informed of the board’s decision three rounds before the end of the 2013 season. Don, his brother and CEO of...