THE Dungog Warriors Rugby League Football Club has announced the appointment of Aaron Dyett and Mia Henderson as coaches for the 2026 season.
Dyett will take over the men’s coaching role from Jackson Partridge, who after leading the Warriors to a grand final appearance in 2024 and a strong showing in 2025 has decided to take a break from coaching to concentrate on his playing duties.
Having commenced his junior rugby league career with the Dungog Warriors, Dyett played for the Newcastle Knights and Northern Eagles in the NSWRL as well as playing over 200 first grade games in the Newcastle Tooheys Cup and Group 2 competitions.
Along the way, representative honours were achieved with City and the NSW Blues, ensuring Dyett brings a wealth of experience and passion to the Warriors as they prepare for the 2026 season.
Following his rugby league career, Dyett transitioned into professional mixed martial arts, compiling an impressive 9-1 record to be ranked second in Australia in the middleweight division.
Ladies League Tag coach Mia Henderson has been reappointed to coach the ladies for season 2026.
Henderson returns following her coaching debut year in 2025, where she led the Warriors through a competitive campaign in the tough B Grade competition.
Despite a transitional year with several new players joining the squad, Henderson maintained the team’s high standards and competitive edge, guiding them to several key victories.
Club President Carl Schubert expressed enthusiasm about the appointments.
“Aaron and Mia’s leadership, competitive spirit, and deep ties to the region make them ideal to guide our club forward,” he said.
“Their experience and commitment to grassroots development will be invaluable as we build toward a strong 2026 campaign.”
The Warriors will begin pre-season training in late 2025, with trials expected to be scheduled for early March.
Both Dyett and Henderson are eager to connect with current, former and new players in the lead-up to the season.
For more information, email the club at dungogwarriors@outlook.com or follow the club on Facebook.
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