NRL ‘choke’ job leaves star in tears
The Dragons were in the box seat for finals two weeks ago but have crashed out of contention in the most brutal of ways.
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‘Embarrassed’ Soward opens up on shock Dragons exit
Jamie Soward revealed the hardest part about his Dragons axing was telling his daughter he’d lost his job. Hear from the club legend as he opens up on the disappointment of his shock dismissal, as well as his future coaching plans.
Soward makes call on Dragons future after shock axing
Outgoing Dragons NRLW coach Jamie Soward has made a call on his immediate future at the club, after St George Illawarra showed him the door for the 2025 season.
What Dragons, Broncos losses mean for finals hunt
With their destiny in their own hands the Dragons faltered and now their season hangs in the balance. Their fate, along with that of the Broncos, is now in the hands of a surprise finals force. See the finals scenario for every team.
Coach walks out after ‘disgraceful’ scenes
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has cut his press conference short after slamming his own side after they left their finals hopes in tatters.
Shock scenes blow NRL top eight wide open
The Dragons top eight chances are in tatters, despite having almost pulled off the greatest comeback in NRL history.
Inside Flanagan’s dramatic Dragons roster transformation
As the Dragons turn their attention to securing Parramatta enforcer Reagan Campbell-Gillard, we shine a light on the dramatic overhaul of the Dragons roster which has tranformed under Shane Flanagan.
NRL Run Home: Every finals contender’s best, worst finish
Four unlikely finals contenders have emerged following St George Illawarra’s round 25 loss to Cronulla, as the race for the eight heats up. See every contender’s best and worst ladder finish.
‘Send himself off’: Ref bombs certain try
The race for the NRL’s top eight has been blown wide open after the moment a ref was hit with the ball showed it wasn’t the Dragons’ day.
Humble teen caps meteoric rise with NRL debut for Dragons
A coaching mentor reflects on the NRL debut of Lyhkan King-Togia, the young Dragon who is already drawing comparisons with a former Origin star.
Show us the money: Clubs, ARLC facing $60m expansion showdown
NRL clubs hold a powerful lever in a looming showdown with the ARL Commission over plans for them to share in a $60 million licence fee for Papua New Guinea to enter the league.
Storm and Panthers own best NRL grand final hangover cures
It’s a curse which has claimed three victims in three years – but two teams seem immune to the grand final hangover. See every grand finalist’s ladder position in the five years that followed defeat.
‘I never wanted to leave’: Holmes opens up on Cowboys exit
Valentine Holmes has opened up on his heartbreaking Cowboys exit, revealing he never wanted to leave but was left no choice after facing a monster pay cut to stay in North Queensland.
Origin star’s huge call in $2.5m deal
Queensland and Cowboys star Valentine Holmes has revealed his next club after signing a three-year deal beginning next season.
NRL star’s ‘strange’ $2.4m contract call
The pursuit of Cowboys superstar Valentine Holmes has reportedly “hit a stumbling block” amid a shock move from the centre’s manager.
‘Torn’ NRL star weighing up playing future
Dragons veteran Ben Hunt has revealed he’s “on the fence” regarding a potential fresh contract to extend his time with the Red V.
Serious heart condition set to end Dragon’s season
Hame Sele is almost certain to be ruled out for the rest of the season with a serious heart condition which can be deadly if untreated. See what the next steps are for the Dragons prop.
Bite fight: Crichton won’t face Flanagan in person at judiciary
Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton won’t give evidence in person at the NRL judiciary to give evidence against Kyle Flanagan. It comes as the Dragons appoint a high-profile barrister to defend their halfback over the bite allegations.
Terrifying scenes as Dragon rushed to hospital in Bulldogs thriller
With a sell out crowd and finals spots on the line, the Dragons-Bulldogs clash loomed as must watch TV. But the match took a terrifying turn after a player was rushed to hospital with an heart concern.
Kogarah to beef-up security as Dragons brace for Bulldogs
Police are set to conduct a high visibility operation warning fans to be on their best behaviour for the Dragons’ sellout clash against Canterbury in the wake of wild Bulldogs celebrations last weekend.
‘Attack his legs’: Dragons enforcer puts Crichton on notice
Ahead of one of the most anticipated clashes of the season between the Dragons and Bulldogs, a St George Illawarra enforcer has raised the stakes by putting a target on the back of Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton.
Buzz: NRL’s ‘Reject Shop’ Dragons defying the odds
Almost half the Dragons team that beat the Storm on Saturday night were unwanted or axed by their previous club. Remarkably, Shane Flanagan has put this team of misfits and cast-offs into finals contention, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
Storm stunned in 25-year NRL first
The Melbourne Storm were cruising to the minor premiership, but a shock 25-year first has left the side no room for error.
Storm cop reality check as Dragons snap 25-year Melbourne hoodoo
The minor premiership race has taken a turn on the eve of the finals, as the Dragons produced a stunning upset over the ladder leading Storm to end a 16-game losing streak in Melbourne.
Market Watch: Dragons switch focus to Holmes
The Dragons have wasted no time moving on from missing their shot at Blaize Talagi, with coach Shane Flanagan confirming his interest in re-uniting with Valentine Holmes.
‘Put to bed’: Dragons relief over Lomax ordeal
Coaches hate focus on a single player and when that focus is about a possible club swap, it’s only worse.
Lomax breaks silence, addresses early Dragons exit speculation
Dragons centre Zac Lomax has broken his silence after officially signing a deal with Parramatta, addressing speculation he would seek an immediate release from St George Illawarra.
Scrums to stables: Hunt trotting into horse business
34-year-old Bent Hunt is preparing for life after the NRL, set to step away from 17 years in the big smoke and return to the bush to try his hand in the horse business.
Lomax continues to show worth from wing for firing Dragons
While his exit from the Dragons appears to be all but confirmed, Zac Lomax continues to put in some career-best form for the Red V with another top performance, as did another Dragons player with an unresolved contract.
Rise of the cellar dwellers: Who is next in line for NRL success
Dragons or Tigers? Both teams who have struggled of late but are making their way back. MICHAEL CARAYANNIS and DAVID RICCIO rank who is best-placed for success.
Eels land Lomax despite huge pay cut
The Eels have reportedly landed a huge signing coup with Zac Lomax set to sign a bumper contract four-year deal to join Brad Arthur’s outfit.
Roster upheaval: Off-contract stars Dragons should target
With a host of NRL talent coming to the end of their contracts in 2024, the Dragons should be throwing the bank at securing some top quality players. See what positions need filling and which recruits coach Shane Flanagan should target.
Rare Melbourne Storm junior in line for Lomax spot
Melbourne Storm don’t let too many good ones go, but a Victorian junior is leading the charge for the Dragons backline spot set to be opened up by Zac Lomax’s departure.
Refreshed Hastings returns swinging after NSW Cup demotion
After a week of negative headlines, Jackson Hastings put his fingers to his ears and let his footy do the talking, saying his demotion to reserve grade was the kick-along he needed to return to his best.
The Ben Hunt decision that says everything about the Titans
Titans chair Rebecca Frizelle has spoken about the Titans’ sluggish start under new coach Des Hasler, who is headed for the first wooden spoon of his career unless the club makes a drastic decision, writes DAVID RICCIO.
‘How on earth’: Freak NRL act blows minds
Zac Lomax has dominated the headlines angling to get out of the Dragons but the star has produced one of the jawdropping moments of the season.
Cheese clause: Time ticking on Smith’s unique Roosters contract
Superstar hooker Brandon Smith has a unique clause in his contract that gives him power to explore his options, but the deadline is fast approaching for him to use it.
Sport Confidential: Carrigan’s cousin eyes NRL, Broncos out of Vegas
Pat Carrigan’s hard-nosed cousin is on the cusp of a rival club’s top-30 squad, while the Broncos throw their 2025 Las Vegas application in the bin. Check out the full Sport Confidential.
‘Disgusting’: League great slams former club
Cross-code international Wendell Sailor has unloaded on his former club over their treatment of his NRL star son Tristan.
Analysis: Why Lomax is leaving, but Hunt remains a Dragon
The Dragons took a hardline stance and refused to let a disillusioned Ben Hunt leave, so why is disgruntled star Zac Lomax allowed to walk away from his bumper contract?
Flanagan shuts down Lomax player swap, drops Ben Hunt bombshell
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has hosed down rumours Zac Lomax will be involved in a player swap while emphatically declaring club captain Ben Hunt isn’t going anywhere.
Eels meet with Lomax as Dragons eye $3m salary cap arsenal
Shane Flanagan and the Dragons finally have the financial artillery to launch a full-scale raid in the NRL. This is what Zac Lomax’s impending exit means for the club, the $800,000 star and the Eels.
Lomax saga could have one more twist
Zac Lomax won’t be at the Dragons next year, and there’s a chance he could be gone in the coming weeks if the Red V get a superstar in return.
Dragons star cut loose in brutal $800k move
The St George Illawarra have announced they are parting ways with an under fire, highly paid player who’s already been linked to rivals.
Early Mail: Benji to blood rookie playmaker, Knights’ halves gamble
The Wests Tigers will replace one suspended playmaking phenom with another exciting young rookie, while the Knights are set for yet another halves reshuffle. READ THE LATEST TEAM NEWS
Parra pursuit: Eels coach Arthur addresses Lomax negotiations
Zac Lomax wants out of St George Illawarra because the Dragons star doesn’t believe he is a winger. But his numbers are telling a different story. It comes as Parramatta coach Brad Arthur gives an update on the Eels’ pursuit of the star.
Broncos doors closed for TPJ return until boxing retirement
If Tevita Pangai Jr wants to return to the Broncos, he’ll have to hang up the gloves for good first. Plus, the Cowboys are set to re-sign one of the most in-demand forwards in the NRL on a $2 million extension.
‘Shocking’: Unthinkable Turbo act says it all
Tom Trbojevic is usually among the most bankable NRL stars going around but the Manly superstar has proven even he is only human.
Sea Eagles horror show of errors gifts victory to Dragons
A sea of errors from Tom Trbojevic and the Manly Sea Eagles allowed the St George Illawarra Dragons to pick and choose their moments to pounce and secure victory.
Wantaway NRL star handed brutal reality check
Reports have emerged Dragons outside back Zac Lomax is set to ask for an immediate release as another club circles the star’s signature.
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