Willie Peters has challenged his Hull KR players to channel their emotions into finishing his tenure on a high before his NRL return. The Robins head coach confirmed his departure at season's end to take up the role with the newly formed PNG Chiefs franchise, set to join the NRL in 2028. Under Peters, Hull KR ended a 40-year trophy drought by winning the 2025 treble and cemented their dominance with a quadruple-winning World Club Challenge over the Brisbane Broncos in February.

Peters admitted the time was right to leave Humberside but insisted there is still everything to play for. He told Sky Sports: 'We've got eight months to make sure we go out on a high, and to be fully committed to the cause and what's ahead.' His farewell begins with the 'Rivals Round' derby against Hull FC on Good Friday, a true test of managing emotions. Peters paid Hull KR the courtesy of giving ample time to source a replacement, emphasizing timing is everything in rugby league.

He expressed excitement about building the PNG Chiefs, calling the fans 'the best in the world' and eager to earn their trust.