Brisbane Broncos hooker Billy Walters has revealed he wanted to leave the club after his father, Kevin Walters, was sacked as coach late in 2024.
Key Facts
- Player: Billy Walters, Brisbane Broncos
- Father Kevin Walters was sacked late in 2024
- Replaced by coach Michael Maguire
- Billy tore his ACL in the qualifying final win over Canberra
- He missed the 2025 grand final
Wanting to Leave
Walters said: “I was pretty pissed off and probably wanted to leave… I’ve loved the Broncos since I was a little kid.” In the end, he stayed.
Injury Heartbreak
Walters tore his ACL in the qualifying final win over Canberra. That meant he missed the 2025 grand final.
After the Broncos won, captain Adam Reynolds invited him on stage to lift the trophy. Reece Walsh helped inspire the comeback win.
Walters described the moment as “bittersweet”.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Billy Walters want to leave the Broncos?
He was upset after his father, Kevin Walters, was sacked as coach late in 2024.
Did Billy Walters play in the 2025 grand final?
No. He tore his ACL in the qualifying final against Canberra.
Who replaced Kevin Walters as coach?
Michael Maguire.
Conclusion
Walters stayed loyal to the club he has loved since childhood. Even injured, he was part of the celebrations.
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