The Queensland Firebirds have sacked coach Bec Bulley after a disastrous run of results that left the club at the bottom of the Super Netball ladder.
Bulley's departure was officially announced on Thursday night, less than two years into her four-year deal.
Assistant coach Lauren Brown will fill in as caretaker coach for Sunday’s match against the Melbourne Mavericks.
The Firebirds (2-7) opened their season with a one-goal loss to the Adelaide Thunderbirds before following it up with a three-goal win over the Giants.
But just one win across the past seven games - including a 71-67 defeat to the struggling Giants last week - spelled the end for Bulley.
In her only other season at the helm, the Firebirds posted a 4-10 record to only narrowly avoid the wooden spoon.
"She has worked tirelessly to foster a positive culture at the club and has helped forge strong links to our club’s past champions," Netball Queensland chief executive Kate Davies said in a statement.
"It is a legacy she should be extremely proud of.
"With Bec’s passion, experience and work ethic, I am certain she has a bright future in the sport.
"The timing of Bec’s departure is right for her and her family and our focus is supporting her, along with our staff and members of the playing group."
The Firebirds have cancelled a planned media conference on Friday in the wake of the news.
