Canberra Raiders News

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy extends contract until 2028, embracing the decision despite retirement talks, and looks forward to the season opener against Canberra Raiders.

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Last week, the Melbourne Storm confirmed that coach Craig Bellamy would be extending his tenure at the club until 2028. 

With the talks of retirement looming every year, the multi-premiership-winning coach explained his decision to extend his coaching contract at a press conference yesterday.

"I wouldn't say it was an easy decision, but it's the decision we have come to and one I am going to embrace. I am really looking forward to Friday night and the rest of the season."

The Storm will play their first trial game tonight against the Canberra Raiders, both teams largely playing their reserve grade sides. 

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The game showcases emerging superstars like Manaia Waitere and Trent Toelau for rugby league fans.

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"A big part of this game is about trying to find some of the next superstars," he said.

"I've been really impressed with young Manaia Waitere from the Storm."

"He's a young kid, only played one game at the Canberra Raiders previously."

"Obviously there's Trent Toelau here who was at Panthers and is at the Storm now."

"This game gives opportunities for guys like that to be able to showcase their talent to everyone watching rugby league."

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Maori All Stars coach Adam Blair praised new recruits Manaia Waitere and Trent Toelau for their impressive training performance ahead of Sunday's game.

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Maori All Stars coach Adam Blair has revealed Melbourne Storm recruits Manaia Waitere and Trent Toelau have been among his most impressive players during training ahead of Sunday's game.

While the All Stars concept could well be on the ropes, it will provide opportunities for a number of young players to impress this weekend, including Waitere and Toelau, who Blair told 2GB Radio have both had a good week.

"I've been really impressed with young Manaia Waitere from the Storm. He's a young kid, only played one game at the Canberra Raiders previously.

"Obviously there's Trent Toelau here who was at Panthers and is at the Storm now.

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