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NRL Coach Diagnosed with Neurodegenerative Disorder
The Storm say Bellamy is receiving treatment and can keep coaching in the immediate future after specialists diagnosed a neurodegenerative disorder.
- On Thursday, April 30, 2026, the Melbourne Storm announced coach Craig Bellamy has been diagnosed with an unspecified neurodegenerative disorder, though he will continue coaching in the immediate future following specialist advice.
- Melbourne chairman Matt Tripp affirmed the board's support, stating, "I firmly believe Craig is still coaching at an elite level," as Bellamy underwent medical tests over recent weeks in consultation with specialists.
- Over two decades at the Storm, Bellamy has coached 614 NRL games, only behind Wayne Bennett and retired Tim Sheens, while the team sits 16th on the ladder with two wins from eight games.
- Skipper Harry Grant defended the coach on Thursday, dismissing concerns about the dressing room, as Bellamy prepares to lead the team against the Dolphins in Brisbane on Friday night.
- The diagnosis compounds recent health setbacks for the Storm, including brain injuries to Eli Katoa and a stroke suffered by Tui Kamikamica last month, while Bellamy recently stepped down as a senior adviser to the NSW Blues.
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Storm Coach Craig Bellamy Diagnosed With Neurodegenerative Condition
Craig Bellamy has been diagnosed with an unspecified neurodegenerative disorder, but will remain as coach Melbourne for the foreseeable future. The Storm issued a statement 24 hours out from their NRL clash with the Dolphins in Brisbane after the 66-year-old Bellamy underwent a series of recent tests. “Over recent weeks, in consultation with specialists, Craig has undergone a series of medical tests and has since been diagnosed with a form of ne…
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