Newcastle’s 2024 season came to a heartbreaking end as they fell just short in their elimination final against North
Queensland, marking the conclusion of another tumultuous year for the club.Adam O’Brien’s team showed
promise, particularly with Kalyn Ponga leading from fullback, but were once
again hindered by the absence of their star player for significant stretches of the campaign.
The Knights struggled to establish a strong spine around their captain, a challenge that ultimately undermined
their consistency. With salary cap pressure mounting, the club now faces a series of difficult decisions as they look to
rebuild and strengthen for the future.