Maroons players back Slater to stay on as coach
Maroons players have expressed their support for Billy Slater to continue as head coach of the state team. This endorsement comes amid discussions about the team's future direction. Slater's leadership has been positively received by the players.
- ▪Maroons players are backing Billy Slater to remain as head coach.
- ▪The support for Slater comes during discussions about the team's future.
- ▪Players have expressed confidence in Slater's leadership abilities.
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