Broncos stars told to STAY AWAY from Bali for future holidays – as under pressure NRL squad prepare for life under new coach Michael Maguire

Broncos players have been urged by club officials – including CEO Dave Donaghy – to avoid future holidays to Bali as the playing squad prepare for pre-season in November under new coach Michael Maguire.

It comes after star fullback Reece Walsh spent time in an Indonesian hospital after he was dragged over a shallow reef while surfing.

On the same the ill-fated trip with teammate Ezra Mam, the NRL commenced an investigation into the high profile pair after a complaint from an Australian resident.

It following alleged damage to his mobile phone at a Bali nightclub after he was allegedly asked to stop filming Walsh.

Mam is believed to have paid for a new phone, and the NRL declared the alleged matter closed.

Broncos boss Dave Donaghy confirmed he had spoken to Walsh and Mam about the two incidents.

‘I strongly encouraged them to perhaps next time they have a holiday that they choose a different destination and possibly turn their phones off,’ he told News Corp.

‘Those matters, from our perspective, are closed off. It will be a matter we readdress in the New Year when they are back from their break.

It comes after star fullback Reece Walsh spent time in an Indonesian hospital (pictured) after he was dragged over a shallow reef while surfing in Bali

The Broncos young guns have documented aspects of their trip abroad on social media (pictured)

Broncos boss Dave Donaghy confirmed has suggested to Reece Walsh and Ezra Mam to carefully consider their next holiday destination

‘I [also] believe the matter has been closed off (by the NRL).’

Donaghy’s holiday suggestion comes after Queensland State of Origin coach Billy Slater defended Walsh.

‘He is not perfect and sometimes we expect our young stars to be perfect too early,’ Slater said on his Channel 9 podcast.

‘But he is only 22 and you have to take yourself back to 22 and say, ‘How many rough edges did I have?’ ‘He will develop and grow as a person and player.

‘We should be thankful that guys like Reece want to be a part of our game.’

It also comes after Walsh was arrested for cocaine possession in 2021 at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Following the arrest, he was charged with possessing a prohibited substance and faced court proceedings.

The NRL imposed a two-match suspension and fined him $5000 as part of his punishment. Additionally, Walsh was required to undergo drug and alcohol counseling and complete community service.

Meanwhile, come November 1 at Red Hill, significant changes are anticipated under Maguire, who is renowned for his ruthless approach.

‘Madge’ will look to hit the ground running, well aware his every move will be heavily scrutinised by the Broncos’ old boys who yield significant power at the club, led by the likes of Gorden Tallis and Shane Webcke.

Maguire has signed a three-year deal, replacing club legend Kevin Walters.