Unbelievable: Excitement Hits Gio stadium Turns to stocked as head coach Ricky Stuart summit his resignation letter to the team management…see more…

In an absolutely stunning development that has rocked the rugby league world, Canberra Raiders head coach Ricky Stuart has reportedly submitted his resignation letter to the team’s management earlier today  ending one of the most passionate and defining coaching tenures in NRL history.

What began as a routine morning at GIO Stadium quickly turned into a scene of disbelief and emotional chaos as news of Stuart’s resignation spread through the club’s headquarters. Players, staff, and fans alike were left reeling, many describing the moment as “the end of an era.

According to inside sources, the 57-year-old coach  who has been at the helm of the Raiders since 2014  personally handed his resignation letter to the club’s executives following what insiders describe as a highly emotional and difficult decision.

It wasn’t about conflict or controversy, one source close to the situation revealed. Ricky felt it was simply time  time for new energy, new voices, and a new chapter for the Raiders.

For over a decade, Ricky Stuart has been synonymous with Canberra Raiders rugby, leading the team through some of its most thrilling and challenging years. Known for his fierce passion, tactical brilliance, and no-nonsense leadership style, Stuart became not only a coach but also the emotional core of the club.

However, recent weeks have reportedly been tense within the organization, following a string of internal discussions about the club’s future direction  including contract disputes involving star forward Joseph Tapine and restructuring efforts within the coaching staff.

While Stuart has not yet made a public statement, early reports suggest that he delivered a heartfelt message to the players before departing GIO Stadium.

This club means everything to me, Stuart reportedly told the team. But sometimes, loving something deeply means knowing when to let go. The Raiders are bigger than one man  they’re a family, and families keep moving forward.

The reaction from players was described as emotional and stunned. Several senior members, including captain Elliott Whitehead, were seen visibly shaken, with some attempting to convince Stuart to reconsider.

Ricky is more than a coach  he’s our mentor, our motivator, our mate, said one Raiders veteran. This one’s going to hit hard.

As news of the resignation spread, fans flooded social media under hashtags like ThankYouRicky, ForeverGreen, and RaidersLegend, paying tribute to a man whose fiery spirit defined Canberra’s modern rugby identity.

One emotional fan wrote:

You gave us hope, belief, and heart. Thank you, Ricky Stuart, for making us proud to be Raiders.

Sports analysts across Australia are calling Stuart’s departure a watershed moment for the club and the league.

NRL commentator Andrew Johns reflected on the news during a live broadcast:

Ricky Stuart is the Canberra Raiders. His influence on that club is impossible to measure. This isn’t just a resignation  it’s a legacy moment.

The Raiders’ board is now expected to hold an emergency meeting in the coming days to discuss interim coaching arrangements. Early speculation points to assistant coach Brett White as a possible caretaker replacement while the search for a permanent successor begins.

Despite the heartbreak, club officials have assured fans that Stuart’s contributions will be honored with a special farewell event at GIO Stadium later this month.

We owe Ricky a great deal, a team spokesperson said. He’s helped shape the culture, the character, and the competitive fire that defines this club. His mark will never fade.

For now, Canberra stands still  a city processing the departure of one of its greatest sporting icons.

Ricky Stuart’s resignation marks the end of an unforgettable chapter, but for the Raiders and their loyal fans, his legacy will live on in every tackle, every try, and every chant that echoes through GIO Stadium.

Stay tuned for more updates as the Raiders management prepares an official statement regarding Stuart’s departure and the club’s next steps.