Month: September 2023
How Warriors helped build Haas into NRL beast
Broncos star Payne Haas has opened up on his time with the Warriors, crediting the short stint for helping him learn what it took to be a professional.
Meninga springs selection shock with Roosters bolter
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has sprung a selection shock by naming Roosters forward Nat Butcher in the extended squad for the upcoming Pacific Championships in October.
NBL star issues apology over 'insensitive and harmful' act
Perth Wildcats guard and three-time NBL champion Corey Webster has apologised for an "insensitive and harmful" comment on social media regarding the rainbow pride flag.
Billy tipping Broncos to end Panthers dynasty
NRL great Billy Slater has declared the Brisbane Broncos are the "team to beat" in this year's premiership race, despite the two-time defending champs Penrith still being alive.
Cornes 'staggered' by Grundy snub after finals implosion
Kane Cornes has labelled Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin "stubborn" for his refusal to play out-of-favour ruckman Brodie Grundy in the heartbreaking two-point loss to Carlton in Friday's semi final.
NRL says 'almost farcical' scenes behind ref's blunders
A rule change prompted by the "almost farcical" scenes of players staying down after any and all contact with the head, however light, was why the Bunker did not step in after a high tackle late in the Storm's 18-13 semi final win over the Roosters.
Eddie torches airline bosses over finals flight farce
Geelong legend Jimmy Bartel and former Collingwood president Eddie McGuire have torched airline bosses for price-gouging ahead of this weekend's preliminary final between Carlton and Brisbane at the Gabba.
AFL icon Barassi to receive state funeral
AFL icon Ron Barassi is set to be honoured with a state funeral after his death at the weekend.