Last Updated: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:17
Former half-back Andrew Johns will return to Warrington Wolves in January to assist with their pre-season training programme.
Former Australia international Johns, who is regarded as one the best players of his generation, only played three times for the Wolves in 2005. However, he has maintained a close affinity for the Super League side and will return for two weeks in the New Year to assist Wolves boss Tony Smith and his team in a range of coaching areas similar to what he has been doing with several NRL clubs.
"I had a fabulous time when I played for the Wolves," said Johns.
"My debut against Leeds at The Halliwell Jones Stadium remains one of my personal highlights. The boys really put up their hands that day."
Smith is delighted with the deal to take Johns back to the club for a short skills coaching stint and feels it will provide a big boost to the squad.
"To have a world-class player of his calibre will be incredibly beneficial to the whole squad, particularly the half-backs," he said.
"The insight he can give on the game as a whole will be fantastic for all concerned - coaches and players alike.
"He is very experienced in passing on his knowledge - having done so in Australia he is well versed in passing on what helped him become the champion he was and the rugby league icon he is."