 1967 however brought redemption for the Roosters, who were able to shake off the ghosts of the previous seasons by finishing in fourth place under the guidance of rookie coach Jack Gibson.The 1970s would become a very successful decade for the Roosters, competing in three Grand Finals, two in which they went on to become premiers, and fielding a team that will be remembered as one of the greatest ever.Reaching the Grand Final against Manly in 1972, Easts led early on before a series of mistakes and lost opportunities saw valiant comeback by Manly who went on to win 19–14.