Today, the Queensland Maroons’ Head Coach revealed his commitment to lead the team for another three years, while the New South Wales counterpart is set to undergo a change.

Brad Fittler has today announced he will not continue his tenure as New South Wales coach.

Billy Slater, told Peter Psaltis on Wide World of Sports, “It was only a few years ago we were sitting back and marveling at what he brings to State of Origin…”

“…I had a lot of respect for Freddy… I think he’ll be looked upon as one of the greatest contributors to New South Wales in the future.

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