Penrith Panthers legend Royce Simmons has made a surprise return to the team, and fans are ecstatic. The former prop forward, who played for the Panthers from 1980 to 1991, has rejoined the club in a coaching capacity.
Simmons, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Panthers history, has been appointed as the club’s new Coaching Consultant. In this role, he will work closely with Head Coach Ivan Cleary and the rest of the coaching staff to provide guidance and support.
The Panthers are thrilled to have Simmons back on board, and they believe that his experience and expertise will be invaluable in helping the team to achieve success.
“We’re delighted to have Royce back at the Panthers,” said Panthers CEO Brian Fletcher. “He’s a legend of our club, and his knowledge and experience will be a huge asset to our coaching staff.”
Simmons, who won a premiership with the Panthers in 1991, said that he was excited to be back at the club and was looking forward to working with the current crop of players.
“I’m thrilled to be back at the Panthers,” said Simmons. “I’ve always had a passion for the club, and I’m excited to be able to contribute to its success in a coaching capacity.”
Simmons’ return to the Panthers is a major coup for the club, and fans are eagerly anticipating the impact that he will have on the team.
Simmons’ Coaching Career:
Before joining the Panthers, Simmons had a successful coaching career, including stints as an assistant coach with the Panthers and the Gold Coast Titans. He also had a spell as the head coach of the Welsh national team.
Simmons’ coaching experience and knowledge of the game will be invaluable to the Panthers, and he is expected to play a key role in helping the team to achieve success in the coming seasons.
Panthers’ 2025 Season Preview:
The Panthers are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2024 season, and they have made several key signings in the off-season. The addition of Simmons to the coaching staff is seen as a major boost to the team’s chances of success in 2025.
With Simmons on board, the Panthers are expected to be a major force in the NRL next season. Fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the 2025 season, and they are hoping that Simmons’ return will be the catalyst for a successful campaign.
“We’re excited to have Royce back at the Panthers,” said Panthers captain Nathan Cleary. “He’s a legend of our club, and we’re looking forward to learning from him and benefiting from his experience.”
With Simmons’ return, the Panthers are looking to the future with optimism. Fans are hoping that the team will be able to replicate the success of the 1991 premiership-winning team, which Simmons was a part of.
Only time will tell if Simmons’ return will be the key to unlocking the Panthers’ potential, but one thing is for sure – the team is in good hands with this rugby league legend on board.
