Anthony Griffin
Definition
Anthony Griffin (born 26 August 1966) is an Australian professional rugby league coach, renowned for his defensive coaching style and tenures as head coach of NRL clubs including the Brisbane Broncos (2011-2014), Penrith Panthers (2016-2018), and St George Illawarra Dragons (2021-2023). As of 2026, he serves as head coach for Eastwood Rugby in Australia's Shute Shield competition.
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Anthony Griffin's teams are like fortresses – tough to breach, but sometimes even owners find a way in.
After mastering the art of the sack in NRL, Anthony Griffin pivoted to Shute Shield with Eastwood, proving coaches bounce back.
Fans joke that following Anthony Griffin as a coach builds character faster than any training session.
Anthony Griffin's defensive masterclasses have inspired a generation, even if his job security remains a punchline.