比利·斯莱特已宣布辞去澳洲超级橄榄球联赛昆士兰马龙队的教练职位[1]。这一决定结束了他在该职位上的5个赛季执教生涯，尽管他的合同原本应在2026年才结束[1]。
在斯莱特的执教期间，昆士兰队在州起源系列赛中赢得了3次冠军[1]。然而，今年的系列赛中，昆士兰队以2:1负于新南威尔士蓝队[1]。作为马龙队教练，斯莱特的战绩为8胜7负[1]。
昆士兰橄榄球联盟已启动搜寻新任教练的程序[1]。据报道，马特·巴林和本·特欧被视为潜在的继任候选人[1]。
Billy Slater has announced his resignation as head coach of the Queensland Maroons, ending his tenure after five seasons in the role.[1] During his time leading the team, he achieved three State of Origin series victories, posting a record of eight wins and seven losses as coach before his contract was set to conclude in 2026.[1]
Slater's decision to depart comes following this year's State of Origin series, in which Queensland lost 2-1 to New South Wales.[1] The Queensland Rugby League has initiated a search for his successor, with Matt Ballin and Ben Te'o among the potential candidates being considered for the position.[1] Queensland Rugby League chairman Brian Canavan expressed gratitude for Slater's contributions to the organization.[1] During his distinguished playing career spanning 15 years, Slater made 31 appearances for Queensland.[1]