PAUL ROWLEY has stepped down as head coach of St Helens with immediate effect.
Ahead of Saints’ clash against Wigan Warriors tomorrow night, Rowley has left his position with assistant Eamon O’Carroll taking interim charge.
The 50-year-old was appointed on a three-year deal back in October following a successful – yet turbulent – spell with Salford Red Devils.
However, Rowley’s time at the BrewDog Stadium has been up and down, with Saints sitting in sixth on the Super League ladder.
Saints chairman Eamonn McManus said: “I would like to thank Paul for his commitment and extreme hard work as our Head Coach. He will always be warmly welcomed at the Club.
“The decision was an extremely difficult one for all concerned, and we fully recognise the extra challenges that Paul faced with us this particular season.
“We as a club must now look forward and do all within our powers to preserve our position as the most successful club in the history of Super League and to restore our position as a silverware contender going forward.”