Hot tip on the Titans schoolboy, schoolgirl signings
Hot tip: A guide to some of the Gold Coast Titans best schoolboy and schoolgirl academy player signings.
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Titans push boundaries with ‘Real Madrid’ expansion
The Gold Coast Titans will adopt a business model like European superclub Real Madrid as they look to venture into other successful code with a huge asset sitting right on their doorstep.
NRL bolters: Million dollar rookie to repay the faith
The Broncos invested a huge sum in this rookie, and while his debut was not too impressive, he’s tipped to make amends in 2022.
Why legend rates Tino ‘more important than Fifita’
The Titans have seen off competition from the Dolphins to secure Tino Fa’asuamaleaui to a long-term deal. Now can their ‘alpha male’ help them realise that premiership dream?
‘Don’t know where people get this s***:’ False report slammed
Brandon Smith’s camp has rubbished a report claiming the NRL’s most in-demand free agent has narrowed down his NRL future to the Dolphins or Roosters.
Why Hook’s Moneyball will reignite Dragons
Burning Questions: Bargain-buying Dragons have a great chance of not only making the bookies eat their prohibitive odds but also making plenty of noise as a finals contender.
Buzz: NFL shows solution to schedule, injury mess
Clubs are angry with the 2022 NRL draw, and players are stretched to breaking – but there is a way to fix it. Buzz’s weekly highlights and lowlights.
Girl power: SEQ’s top 60 female junior sports of 2021
Who were some of the SEQ’s top junior girl sporting achievers of 2021? We present 60 of the best that we saw in action this year.
Broncos bolter: Teen sensation in mix for No.6 jersey
A plan to move Kotoni Staggs to five-eighth is off, but a rising star is in the mix to claim Brisbane’s prized No.6 jersey.
The big winners and losers in 2022 NRL draw
One club’s draw for next season stands head and shoulders above the rest, while the defending premiers have been handed a tough task in their bid for back-to-back titles.
Triple-header to get NRLW party started again
An opening round triple-header in Newcastle will herald the return of a revamped NRLW next season — and for Eels coach Dean Widders, the kick-off can’t come quick enough.
Mock rookie draft: Why Bulldogs took Qld’s Warrior
Who would your club land if the NRL adopted an AFL-style rookie draft? We examine how a 2021 draft would have played out, with big results.
Mega money: Tino tabled titanic deal to block poacher
With the Dolphins desperate to make Tino Fa’asuamaleaui one of their marquee signings, Gold Coast may have just blown the expansion side out of the water. Deal details here.
Buzz’s Top 50: Origin blow-out as Maroons simply don’t rate
Phil Rothfield’s 2021 Top 50 list reflects the current state of play in the Origin arena, with Queensland raising barely a whimper. Did Buzz get it right? Have your say here and vote in our interactive.
The chosen one: Sexton ready for starting challenge
Titans’ rookie Toby Sexton understands the weight of pressure he must carry next year though believes the Titans can mimic the Panthers’ premiership success.
Titans CEO’s extraordinary premiership claim
As part of the club’s strategic road map for 2030, Gold Coast Titans CEO Steve Mitchell has made a huge declaration about the side’s ambitions.
Why Seven walked from historic $2 billion NRL deal
Channel 7 was prepared to stump up $30 million to cover State of Origin each year – but instead walked away with nothing from the new NRL broadcast deal.
Titans make play for Parra utility
The Gold Coast Titans are eyeing off a veteran Eel and the Dogs have given a South Sydney discard a life – it’s all in Sport Confidential.
From $1 million a year to $1000 a week
Playmaker Ash Taylor has officially signed with a rival club on a bargain basement deal after previously earning $1 million per-season.
The dream team NRL newcomers could unleash
They’ve got the nod as the NRL’s newest franchise – but who is on the Dolphins’ shopping list? We reveal the star-studded outfit they could unveil in 2023.
Rich list dropouts: The $1m flop on $1000 a week
They’re the 14 names who commanded some of the biggest salaries in the NRL last year – but will be forced to play for scraps in 2022 to keep their careers alive.
Raiders poach rival team’s captain
The Canberra Raiders have snared a rival side’s co-captain, who will call the nation’s capital home for at least the next three seasons.
Buzz: Broncos’ worst Reynolds fears realised
Adam Reynolds was hoped to be Brisbane’s saviour next season – but it’s already hit a major hurdle. PHIL ROTHFIELD’S highlights and lowlights.
Buzz: Why was Pearce catching up with rival coach?
Veteran Newcastle Knights halfback Mitchell Pearce has been spotted with a rival coach and the rumourmill has gone into overdrive. Buzz has the latest.
Saint, Sinner, shoosh: Ominous ICAC omen for Panthers
History, and recent events, suggest the Rabbitohs are sure to win the grand final. Check out all the latest NRL and grand final chatter in Saint, Sinner, Shoosh.
Munster: I won’t let ‘grubbiness’ stop Storm’s flag quest
Cameron Munster has declared he won’t let “grubbiness” stand in the way of Melbourne’s pursuit of another NRL premiership after sending a warning against Gold Coast.
Melbourne Storm’s insane 46-year first
They were made to work for it, but the Melbourne Storm have extended their winning streak by polishing off a tenacious Titans outfit.
Transfer market: Bulldogs want Englishman to stay
Luke Thompson’s Canterbury teammates are hoping their English enforcer will remain a Bulldog, while the club is weighing up making a move for a former Origin playmaker.
Sport Con: Who Broncos fans really want at helm
The Brisbane Broncos fans have revealed who they want to take over from outgoing skipper Alex Glenn. Vote on your preference. Everything you need to know in Sport Confidential.
Bellamy lifts lid on Storm rotation policy
While equalling a 46-year-old record on would be ‘nice’, Melbourne Storm have their eyes on the biggest prize of all.
The Tackle: Why it’s getting hard not to like the Sea Eagles
Manly are the team most fans love to hate but their blistering form is hard to ignore as they emerge as a dark horse for the premiership. Likes, Dislikes and votes from every match in round 22.
Revealed: Langer Trophy top guns signed by NRL clubs
NRL clubs have snapped up some of the Langer Trophy’s top guns over the years. Find out which of the current crop of players are already on the books of some of the nation’s biggest clubs.
QLD grand final a reward for 100 years of service
A Suncorp Stadium grand final would be just reward for not only saving the 2021 season, but 100 years of service to rugby league.
Why Tallis wore racist attacks as badge of honour
Even one of the toughest players to ever walk on a rugby league field wasn’t immune to racism. Gorden Tallis speaks candidly about his legendary father Wally and how he laughed in the face of racism.
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