Sport Con: Bad boy’s park footy lifeline
SPORTS CONFIDENTIAL: Deregistered NRL bad boy Matthew Lodge has popped up playing park football at his junior club in Sydney’s west.
Footy Form
No Ricky rage after bunker stays silent
RICKY Stuart had no problem with the bunker not ruling on foul play, even though Blake Austin was not awarded a penalty after breaking his nose.
Inglis switch could be the answer: Lockyer
DARREN Lockyer has endorsed Greg Inglis’ move to five-eighth, declaring the shift to the No.6 jumper can save South Sydney’s season.
Eels meet kids who are really struggling
THE Eels were gutted at having been stripped of 12 competition points. Brad Arthur knew he had to do something. So he gave his players a reality check.
Saints alive, what’s Choc wearing?
HERE it is Dragons fans, the first time former NRL star Anthony Mundine has worn a Saints jumper for 16 long years.
Eels’ mission impossible starts now
TWELVE from 15. That’s the catchcry at Parramatta and you can hear the fire in the Eels players. But that fight must get off to a winning start against Souths, writes MATTHEW JOHNS.
Hoppa won’t be the last to ask for Sundays
GOOD luck to Will Hopoate. And even better luck to the next NRL player who asks for Sundays off for religious beliefs.
Knights to back young guns
THE Knights are putting their faith and their future in a group of young guns as the club embarks on a massive re-signing spree.
Bryce is right as Blues five-eighth
TWO weeks out from naming the NSW Origin team and we still don’t have a clue who will play in the Blues halves. Let’s throw up a name: Bryce Cartwright.
Eels fans plan Peats tribute
HE was ruthlessly removed from Parramatta but Eels fans are planning to give outgoing hooker Nathan Peats will have one final moment of glory at Pirtek Stadium.
Coach takes blame over Paulo’s rugby saga
A THIRD grade rugby coach has taken all blame for Parramatta enforcer Junior Paulo breaching his NRL contract, saying: “I just wanted my boys to play alongside a superstar.”
Maguire concerned for Grevsmuhl’s wellbeing
RABBITOHS coach Michael Maguire hosed down talk of a rift with Chris Grevsmuhl, saying his only concern was for his wellbeing and that Inglis move was planned.
Fear of failure brings out the best in Milford
A BRUTALLY honest Anthony Milford knows exactly why his form has surged this season, a deep-rooted fear he will fail.
Titans play hardball over Peats deal
BRINGING Eels hooker Nathan Peats to the Gold Coast is a no-brainer for Chris McQueen, but Titans powerbrokers don’t feel the same way.
Full squads: Round 10 NRL teams
CHECK out the full Round 10 NRL team lists plus expert SuperCoach analysis from Tom Sangster and Rikki-Lee Arnold.
NRL Casualty Ward: De Belin out for 6-8 weeks
THE biggest casualty of the representative weekend was Dragons lock Jack de Belin injuring his shoulder in Country’s shock defeat to city.
Expert NRL tips for a big round 10
IT’S tight at the top of the tipping ladder with just a few points separating the leaders. Follow their tips for Round 10 of the NRL.
Paulo uses disguise, fake name to play union
POWERHOUSE Parramatta forward Junior Paulo is in hot water after breaching his NRL contract by playing a game of third-grade park rugby union.
Sea Eagles to take over Suncorp Stadium
WHERE is Brookvale Oval? In Queensland. At least it will be on Saturday, when Manly turn the Broncos’ home into their own maroon and white fortress.
‘Happy’ Peats ready to accept his fate
IT was hard to tell if Eels hooker Nathan Peats was joking when he told the media scrum: “It’s good to be back in Parra-dise.’’
Moylan declares he’s ready for Origin
WITH James Tedesco injured and Josh Dugan likely to move to the centres, Matt Moylan has declared he would do the Blues fullback spot justice if he’s selected.
Grevsmuhl walks out on Rabbitohs
SOUTH Sydney forward Chris Grevsmuhl has played his last game for the club and is set to join Penrith immediately after a fallout with coach Michael Maguire.
Hoppa’s faith an inspiration: Reynolds
BULLDOGS five-eighth Josh Reynolds believes Will Hopoate’s decision to put faith before football will pave the way for a generation to follow in his footsteps.
Peats a fall guy for the modern game
NATHAN Peats has been knocked out, nearly blinded and fractured his neck. All for the Eels. But none of that matters in the business of rugby league, writes PAUL KENT.
Arrow set to make NRL debut for Broncos
THE Broncos will blood another debutant against Manly with impressive young forward Jai Arrow to play his first NRL game.
Bunker should stay out of general play: Bird
BUTT out bunker. This is the message from firebrand Titans forward Greg Bird, who said the bunker should not be able to rule on general play.
Cullen is playing for his lost brother
CAMERON Cullen made his NRL debut in front of the same group of friends who were with his brother Justin when he tragically lost his life in an accident.
Apprentice Nikorima happy to bide his time
BRONCOS utility Kodi Nikorima is confident he will remain a Bronco despite being behind Ben Hunt and Anthony Milford in the halves pecking order.
Buzz: Napa’s speech inspires Chooks to victory
THEY say Dylan Napa’s halftime speech at ANZ Stadium on Friday night was as inspirational as his big hits on Sam Burgess.
Controversy as stray football costs Tigers
RUGBY league’s newest villain left Hunter Stadium on Sunday night in a backpack after not only becoming part of the play but deciding the game.
Player Ratings: Tedesco all class as always
THE Knights have finally registered their first win of the season. Find out who starred and who struggled in our player ratings.
Broncos tuck into Blair’s clean eating diet
THE sweet potato diet that has helped Adam Blair become an elite forward is spreading through the Broncos.
Five things we learned: Titans v Sharks
GREG Bird’s aggression is a weapon in the wrong hands, Andrew Fifita is the form prop of the NRL — Five things we learned from Titans v Sharks here.
Bird unrepentant over Maloney tackle
GREG Bird says he has no case to answer over the tackle that left James Maloney semiconscious and he has a star witness, the very person who was knocked senseless.
Walters won’t reverse Napa’s Origin ban
KEVIN Walters is adamant Queensland won’t backflip on the decision to ban Roosters hitman Dylan Napa and Broncos sensation Anthony Milford from Origin this year.
Morris fighting to keep Origin spot
WITH his Origin spot under threat, Josh Morris gets the chance to put his case to Laurie Daley when he goes head to head with Queensland incumbent Will Chambers.
Hampton emerges as Melbourne’s Mr Fix It
AFTER spending the better part of two years in Queensland Cup wilderness, Ben Hampton has emerged as Melbourne’s Mr Fix It.
Coote could take pay cut to stay at Cowboys
LACHLAN Coote is considering taking a pay cut to stay at the Cowboys as Sydney clubs raid North Queensland.
Clubs and supporters come out in front
THE new stadium compromise plan is a massive victory for Manly, Sharks, Wests Tigers and St George Illawarra fans, writes Phil Rothfield
Coote the hero against former club
LACHLAN Coote starred against his former club to lead North Queensland to a 23-18 win over Penrith at Pepper Stadium.
Canavan’s Roosters plans for Titans
EVERY NRL club, every week. We go around the grounds to catch up on what’s happening in clubland.
What’s the Buzz: Saint, sinner, shoosh
JOHN Hopoate denies NRL ban to coach his daughter and which Wests Tigers star was involved in an ugly casino incident.
Uate won’t say sayonara to Knights
THREE years ago Newcastle flyer Akuila Uate knocked back an advance from the Australian Rugby Union and he’s prepared to deny the code again.
NRL chiefs seek clarity over game plan
THE uncertainty surrounding Shane Richardson’s blueprint for rugby league continues with a club’s subcommittee to seek clarity about pathways.
Dragons prepare for fire sale
WIN Corporation has ramped up its bid to buy St George Illawarra by fast-tracking negotiations after meeting with the NRL recently.
Mitchell stands tall against Bunnies
He’s come under criticism for his lack of involvement but Latrell Mitchell scored his first win as an NRL player during the Roosters 17-10 triumph over Souths.
Punters want Panthers against Premiers
GET the inside mail from the TAB for Round 6 of the NRL. Check out all the best stats, what’s been backed and where the money is going in order to find a winner.
Rabbitohs-Roosters player ratings
THE Roosters have finally won and with it we have our first perfect 10 of the season. Find out who starred and who struggled in our player ratings.
Common sense out the window in Stadium fight
THE future of Sydney’s stadiums is not a decision for small minds. It is not one that should be made by petty-minded people with an axe to grind.
Are the Blues doomed to repeat history?
THE Blues have tried to defend their way to victory for years and recent comments from Laurie Daley indicates they’re trying to do it again writes PAUL KENT.
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