While the news shapes as a blow to the Wallerawang Landscaping Cup finalists from this year, it opens the door for someone to step into the role.

The former Hawk is one of a few Group 10 guns to make the trip to a small-town side as Manildra's Luke Petrie is set to make his captain-coach debut for the Rhinos next season, and Brodrick thinks it's an appealing opening.

"There's plenty of guys getting over first grade and looking to take on a coaching role while earning a bit of cash," Brodrick said.

"The club has tried to reach out to a few guys already but hasn't had any luck yet... there's definitely a spot available."

It wasn't an easy decision for Brodrick to reduce his role at the club but ultimately, family and work takes priority.

"I'm in a spot where I'm half thinking about hanging up the boots over the next couple of years," he said.

"We had a new baby this year and I've got heaps going on with work and life in general."

After Woodbridge Cup president Andrew Pull called off the 2020 competition, the Heelers spent a season in the Mid-west Cup but Brodrick is of the opinion that most of the playing group will be keen to return to more of a 'bush footy' feel next season.

"I enjoyed this season and it was good to travel level less," he said.

"But I think people come out here to experience Woodbridge... it's a completely different comp that's a bit tougher and a bit more old school. I think Cargo would rather stay out there."