{
  "id": 254064,
  "title": "Live: Coaching great Bellamy says he will coach Storm in 2027",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/live-coaching-great-bellamy-says-he-will-coach-storm-in-2027",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-07T06:59:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-07/nrl-live-updates-warriors-panthers-roosters-bulldogs/106998868"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy announced on Friday that he will continue to lead the NRL club in 2027, despite recent health concerns. The 66-year-old, who has led the Storm to five premierships, expressed his desire to coach for a 25th season, though the final decision remains uncertain. Bellamy confirmed that Luke Metcalf would return to the starting side in his first match in the NRL, following Te Maire Martin's hamstring injury. Taine Tuaupiki and Morgan Gannon have also been added to the bench. In contrast, Manly, who are still in contention for a top-eight spot, will be without Kobe Hetherington due to a pectoral tear.",
  "summary": "Legendary NRL coach Craig Bellamy says he will be coach of the Melbourne Storm in 2027, despite recent health issues. Follow live.",
  "key_points": [
    "Craig Bellamy to coach Storm in 2027",
    "66-year-old Bellamy seeks 25th season",
    "Luke Metcalf returns to starting side"
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}