The Macquarie Raiders named Matt Lane and Anthony Egan-Smith permanent coaches for 2026 after leading the team to a finals spot in 2025.

The Macquarie Raiders have named Matt Lane and Anthony Egan-Smith as permanent Peter McDonald Premiership coaches for 2026 after their successful interim role in the 2025 season’s final four rounds. Both former players and part of the 2012 premiership team, they led the club to three wins and a finals berth following Justin Carney’s exit. Club president Jarryd Meredith cited rebuilding from within and loyalty as key reasons. Off-season changes include player departures, a captain’s suspension, and no new first-grade signings, with focus shifting to youth development. Coaching updates and plans for a women’s tackle team in 2026 were also announced.