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Live sport on SN this weekendBoyd to coach Maroons in State of Origin
Joel Gould, AAP • September 3rd, 2026 4:52 pm
Former Broncos, Dragons, Maroons and Australia back Darius Boyd is Queensland's new Origin coach | Photo: Darren England/AAP
Former Queensland star Darius Boyd is the new Maroons coach after being appointed to take over in 2027.
The Queensland Rugby League confirmed on Thursday that Boyd would take up the position on a two-year deal after Billy Slater stepped down from the role after a five-year stint.
Boyd, who won NRL premierships with Brisbane and St George Illawarra in a 337-game career, played 28 State of Origin matches for the Maroons and was a key figure in the dynasty under coach Mal Meninga.
As a coach he has led the Queensland U19 team to wins in back-back interstate clashes after being a member of the coaching staff at the Broncos under Kevin Walters.
Darius Boyd's work under former Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has helped land him the Maroons role | Photo: Jono Searle/AAP
Boyd, who also played 23 Tests for Australia, said he was "extremely honoured" to be entrusted with coaching Queensland's State of Origin team.
"It's a privileged position and I'm very grateful for the opportunity," Boyd said.
"I understand the responsibility that comes with the role as well. My job is to build on the legacy created by the many great Queensland players and coaches who have come before us."
