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Matt King Named NSW Blues Coach

Former garbage collector Matt King has been appointed as the new coach of the NSW Blues, replacing Laurie Daley despite having no first-grade coaching experience.

Former rugby league player Matt King, who once worked as a garbage collector, has been named the new coach of the NSW Blues. King, who never played first-grade football and has no prior coaching experience at that level, will replace Laurie Daley who stepped down after winning the State of Origin shield. catcross.biz

The retired winger, known for his distinctive hair that once drew comparisons to The Simpsons' character Sideshow Bob, admits he hasn't always believed he could be a head coach. Despite his unconventional background, King's appointment comes as the Blues look to maintain their recent successful formula in the State of Origin series.