Storm and Xavier Coates

Coates quick to make Melbourne home

The gifted 21-year-old may have made his NRL debut with the Broncos and can already add State of Origin to his resume, but it’s with Melbourne that Coates says he has found home.  

“Since the moment I landed in Melbourne I've loved my time so far.” 

“I think pre-season is supposed to be the most gruelling part of the season, but it’s probably the most enjoyable part of my rugby league career so far. 

I'm loving my time so far and everyone made me feel so welcome. So, to extend the contract, I wouldn't want to be anywhere else to be honest.