Kevin Lenihan, Smithtown High School Grad, Dies - Patch
Lenihan was 58 years old.
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Jim Lenihan is a rugby league coach who recently took a head coaching role at Huddersfield Giants in Super League, with the appointment announced in May 2026 and his first match in charge set for mid-May 2026. This follows prior coaching experience including a stint with the Brisbane Tigers in Australia. This development places Lenihan back in English rugby league after his time in Australia. [Sky Sports coverage of the Huddersfield Giants appointment and timeline] [Huddersfield Giants club announcement]
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Prior to the Huddersfield move, Lenihan had been associated with coaching roles in the Queensland Cup and as an assistant at various NRL clubs, including a notable coaching period with the Gold Coast Titans and work with the Titans’ development programs. These roles helped establish his reputation leading into the Giants appointment. [Zero Tackle profile and related NRL coverage] [Titans official and media coverage]
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