Spending most of their time away from New Zealand, it was never going to be an easy season for the Warriors.
A change of coach, the departure of a key prop, and the loss of their young fullback all contributed to a difficult 2022.
Despite the challenges, the Warriors eventually made their long-awaited return home to New Zealand, and some positive results followed.
The Sporting News takes an in-depth look at the Warriors' 2022 season below.
Did the Warriors over-deliver or under-deliver in 2022?
Based in Redcliffe for another season, there certainly weren't expectations that the Warriors would be competing for the Premiership.
There was, however, some optimism following the signing of Shaun Johnson, with the hope that the young core of the squad would develop alongside the veteran halfback.
Reflecting on the season, it's fair to say that the Warriors UNDER-DELIVERED in 2022.
15th position is very disappointing, particularly when you note the 14-point gap between them and the eighth-placed Raiders.
That's seven wins off a spot in the final and is discouraging despite the many challenges they faced.
When did it fall apart?
After two losses to start the season, the Warriors went on a respectable run.
They notched three consecutive wins - including a golden point victory over the Cowboys - before falling short against the Roosters.
Despite this solid form, they were demolished 70-10 by the Melbourne Storm the next week, recording the largest defeat in their club's history.
From there, it was downhill for the Warriors. They went on to lose eight of their next 10 matches, effectively ruling them out of finals contention.
The best period to be a Warriors fan
It was an emotional homecoming for the Warriors when they returned to play in New Zealand for the first time in over 1,000 days.
A packed-out Mt Smart stadium welcomed the team home in Round 16 and cheered them on to a strong 22-2 win over the Wests Tigers.
The result also snapped their seven-match losing streak, giving the club's dedicated fans some hope.
Unfortunately, they weren't able to maintain this form for the remainder of this year.
Their Mt Smart home performances were a bright spot though, picking up two wins from four matches, and pushing the Melbourne Storm all the way in one of those losses.
Shining light: Josh Curran
Despite not playing a full season due to injury, Josh Curran was a stand-out for the Warriors in the 18 games he featured in and was even pushing for a shock inclusion in the NSW Origin side early in the year.
A lock and second-rower, Curran's biggest strength is his consistency, displaying an ability to contribute in both attacking and defensive capacities.
It is also particularly impressive that the Indigenous All Star representative is just 23 years old and has so much football ahead of him, yet is already one of the Warriors' most important players.
In a boost for the Warriors' future, Curran's contract doesn't expire until 2024.
Will the Warriors improve in 2023?
With Nathan Brown stepping down mid-season and Stacey Jones brought in as an interim coach, the Warriors will start fresh in 2023.
Panthers assistant coach Andrew Webster will begin as head coach next season on a three-year contract and will be the biggest factor in improving the team's output.
He was previously an assistant coach with the Warriors between 2015-16, which should help him integrate quickly.
Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Te Maire Martin and Marata Niukore headline next season's incomings, but they will also lose the likes of Reece Walsh and Euan Aitken.
There is certainly talent in the squad, however, the club is now embarking on a long-term project, so it's hard to see them making any drastic improvements in 2023.
Warriors player movements 2023
Gains
Marata Niukore, Luke Metcalf, Dylan Walker, Mitchell Barnett, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Te Maire Martin
Losses
Jesse Arthars, Euan Aitken, Reece Walsh, Eliesa Katoa
Unsigned
Daejarn Asi, Chanel Harris-Tavita, Dunamis Lui, Jack Murchie, Iliesa Ratuva, Pride Petterson-Robati
