Newcastle Knights coach Rick Stone has put pen to paper with the club inking a four year deal.
Stone, who took over as coach from Brian Smith in 2009, will be assisstant coach to Wayne Bennett from next season.
Hunter Sports CEO Troy Palmer says it was important to ensure continuity for the club.
“Rick has a great affinity and understanding of this Football Club, our development programmes and the region,” Palmer said.
“Together with Wayne Bennett, they form a team which is perfect to launch a stable platform as we head into a new era.”
“I have no doubt with the signing of Rick for four more years, our players will lift to ensure we finish on a high this year for our fans, the Club and Rick Stone.”
Stone says he’s looking forward to the next four years.
“The focus for the entire team is on this year as there is still a long way to go, but its great to have my future secure. I am very excited about what the Hunter Sports Group has planned overall for the Hunter and it’s wonderful to be a part of it,” said Rick today.
