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From the Last Word on Rugby department. After a year of being ‘almost perfect’ Craig Bellamy and his Melbourne Storm team have claimed another NRL Telstra Minor Premiers title. Officially, this is the third time the side have been top of the league table – but true followers of rugby league will know, the Storm […] READ MORE
The second year in the World Cup cycle could be thought of as 'calm period'. But that would be the wrong attitude. Rugby must promote the ball! Like any sport, maintain high standards and hold onto their support base, while growing new fans across all regions. That is the key to success. And with great expectation in Rugby Union, there will be plenty to report on over these next twelve months. READ MORE
The following is a Media Release from the NRL. Todd Greenberg has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the National Rugby League (NRL) “Our local and international search identified a number of highly credentialed individuals from both within and outside the game who would have offered a lot to rugby league,” ARLC Chairman John Grant […] READ MORE
In recent times, some exploits from National Rugby League (NRL) players and on occasion, Rugby Players have embarrassed the game. Those men’s actions publicly did not portray the values and morals of their clubs, fans or fellow players. Of course, it occurs across all sports but all too often in the case of Rugby League. Is […] READ MORE
Mitchell Pearce wasn’t the first sportsman to have a problem with alcohol, and he won’t be the last, but there is another factor to consider as the dust settles on NRL’s latest off-field controversy. But don’t think that Mitchell Pearce will never be seen on an NRL field again. History suggests the exact opposite, the […] READ MORE
They call him a once-in-a-generation player, but for Shaun Johnson, the journey back to the NRL has been a hard slog since breaking his ankle last July. Johnson set himself the goal of returning to Rugby League in time for the NRL Nines in Auckland, a two-day tournament that takes place in February. During a […] READ MORE
Glen Fisiiahi could have settled on a successful career in Rugby League, but the 25-year old speedster has taken a leap of faith and will debut for the Chiefs this year in Super Rugby. Fisiiahi isn’t the first league player to make the switch to union and he certainly wont be the last, but if […] READ MORE
The following is a press release from Australian Rugby League (NRL) media – 03/12/15 Queensland legend Mal Meninga finally given reigns to lead Australia as Kangaroos Coach The ARL Commission has appointed Mal Meninga as dedicated Kangaroos coach through to the end of 2019. One of the most decorated players and coaches of his generation, […] READ MORE
The Sam Burgess decision to chose league rugby created a maelstrom of opinion and reinforced the divide between the two codes. READ MORE
Sam Burgess Bails on Rugby Union. What was, and what remains the point for fans following England Rugby? READ MORE
