It’s easy to hate the Roosters – but their success is built on a culture of respect | Nick Tedeschi

Nick Tedeschi writes that the sustained success of the Sydney Roosters' NRL and NRLW teams is driven by a culture of mutual respect and compassion rather than transactional ruthless ambition. Both head coach Trent Robinson and women's coach John Strange have fostered stable, family-oriented environments that prioritize the personal well-being of players, guiding both squads into their respective 2026 grand finals.

Tedeschi highlights Robinson's achievement of reaching a fourth grand final across 14 seasons, alongside Strange's record of three minor premierships and two NRLW titles. The writer argues this supportive ethos has consistently attracted and retained elite rugby league talent across both competitions.