Ronald Griffiths, a proud Gommeroi man who grew up on Awabakal and Wonnarua country, has made a significant impact in rugby league coaching. His coaching philosophy was influenced by his father, Rick Griffiths, a Newcastle All Blacks player and coach who established an Aboriginal rugby league coaching clinic at the University of Newcastle.
Ronald Griffiths has had a distinguished career, beginning with head coaching roles at grassroots clubs before moving on to a minor role at Wests Tigers under Michael McGuire. He later served as Assistant Coach for the NRL Indigenous All-Stars and Wests Tigers, focussing on Indigenous and community programs. In 2022 and 2023, Mr Griffiths led the Newcastle Knights NRL Women’s team to back-to-back premierships after a previous wooden spoon finish.
In 2023, he was appointed Head Coach of the NRL Indigenous All-Stars, aiming to showcase Indigenous talent in all areas of the game. Mr Griffiths’ journey serves as an inspiration for aspiring First Nations rugby league professionals
