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Evony Online

2009-06-05T21:12:00.000-07:00

Its continuing to take the online free RPG gaming world by storm, have you heard of it? It's the new game called Evony Online.

Recently popping out of beta development stage, this well constructed and sure to be addictive MMORG / RTS / RPG cross game has blasted through the 500,000 accounts barrier and takes place in medieval europe.

The gameplay in evony is a cross between the likes of civilization and rome total war, but combine that with the massively multiplayer component you get through everquest and world of warcraft. Then you get an idea of how you can play this game online for hours of entertainment.

More reviews and info on Online Games Free RPG here.

Roosters membership offer

2009-03-10T22:36:00.001-07:00

All Memberships purchased after 12:00pm Wednesday 11 March will not receive a Membership card before round 1 this Sunday as the printing time frames will not allow it.

Members after that date will receive a Ticketek paper ticket to admit to the ground or their seat, depending on the purchase and their Membership card will be forwarded out at a later date.

NRL Channel 9 Commentary

2008-09-13T21:34:00.000-07:00

Chaps, you MUST do something to address the following problems on your NRLTV coverage of League.

1 We are not yet another state of the USA, so why do we hear "Dee-fence" and "Off-fence" on Australian TV????? I find these two words very offensive !! What about "Defence" and "Attack", two good old Aussie words ???

These are American words, used to describe their dreadful games - Gridiron, Basketball, and Baseball, and should remain in SeppoLand where they belong.

2 When using the phrase "between him and ...", why do we hear, almost always "Between HE and .." Did these guys all leave school in 6th grade, after failing English grammar ??

C'mon fellas, get it right.

3 Both Ben Ikin and Laurie Daly should be "benched" from the commentary team until they learn to make intelligent, concise observations on the game, in under 10 seconds. The pair of them just don't know when to shut up, and it is VERY annoying to hear them going on and on and on.

I hope you can attend to these matters ASAP as your TV audience is gradually swinging over to the other football codes, mainly AFL.

Cheers

Noel James

NRL Top 8 Finals 2008

2008-09-11T22:10:00.001-07:00

NRL

Storm’s final training session: Bellamy and Geyer available for comment

Melbourne Storm’s final training session before their final home and away game against the South Sydney Rabbitohs will take place tomorrow at Olympic Park from 5.45pm.

Not only will the Storm be chasing a record third consecutive minor premiership, but the Olympic Park faithful will get the chance to farewell Matt Geyer, the club’s last foundation player, in his final home-and-away game at Olympic Park before retirement.

The media are invited to attend tomorrow’s training session with both Geyer and head coach Craig Bellamy available for comment prior to training beginning.

Media will be notified on the day the amount of time they will be allowed to stay behind to capture vision.

This will take place on the running track inside the ground.

____________________________________________________

Chris Couch

Media Manager

Melbourne Storm Rugby League Club

Storm Team Lineup 2008

2008-08-19T19:23:00.001-07:00

[19 AUGUST, 2008]

NRL Storm first-grade and under-20 teams

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has made one change to his squad for Monday night’s Round 24 clash against the Penrith Panthers.

The game will be played at CUA Stadium in Penrith from 7.00pm.

With Ryan Hoffman missing due to a high ankle sprain, Jeremy Smith moves from the interchange bench into the backrow, and Aiden Tolman gets another chance in first-grade from the bench.

NRL squad for Monday’s game:

Starting team:

1. Billy Slater

2. Steve Turner

3. Matt Geyer

4. Israel Folau

5. Anthony Quinn

6. Greg Inglis

7. Cooper Cronk

8. Jeff Lima

9. Cam Smith ©

10. Brett White

11. Michael Crocker

12. Jeremy Smith

13. Dallas Johnson

Interchange:

14. Aiden Tolman, 15. Adam Blair, 16. Sika Manu, 17. Antonio Kaufusi.

Coach: Craig Bellamy.

Under-20’s squad for Monday’s game:

Starting team:

1. Gareth Widdop

2. Michael Faamausili

3. Sam Joe

4. Zeb Tawha ©

5. Josh Jerome

6. Luke Kelly

7. Liam Foran

8. Michael Croker

9. James Woolford

10. Louis Fanene

11. Kevin Proctor

12. Vili Faingaa

13. Will Naitoro

Interchange:

14. Jay Aston, 15. Pulou Vaituutuu, 16. Theo Stuart, 17. Mack Fawcett.

Coach: Brad Arthur

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Chris Couch

Media Manager

Melbourne Storm Rugby League Club

Princes Park, Gate 3, Royal Parade, Carlton North VIC 3054

PO Box 141 Parkville VIC 3052

E-mail: ccouch@melbournestorm.com.au

Website: www.melbournestorm.com.au

nrl top 8

2008-07-29T00:41:00.001-07:00

Is it time to get rid of the McIntyre Finals System?
Debates about this finals system have long been discussed and yet again, the conversation has come up. Should it stay or should it go?
Devised by Ken McIntyre, it is a playoff system of the top 8 finishers in a competition to ultimately decide who plays in the Grand Final. It has come under scrutiny because of the unfair disadvantage that it gives to the teams who finish first or second. These teams get a home final to begin with, but should they lose their first game, they are not eliminated; they simply play a game the following week to stay alive. The same cannot be said for a team finishing seventh or eighth however as they only have one crack of the dice. If they lose that game, then their season is over.
Perhaps the NRL should follow the AFL in removing such a complex and confusing system. The AFL had the system until 2000 when it scrapped it for a much less complex system. In the AFL, 1st plays 4th, 2nd plays 3rd, 5th plays 8th and 6th plays 7th. This makes the games fairer as teams are playing other teams who are in the same league as them. The top 4 teams are without a doubt the form teams of the competition and so the games are much bigger and provide a contest.
As previously mentioned, debate on this topic is growing due to its illogical nature. The major problem many fans and media have with the system is that it allows the possibility for the teams that finish third and fourth on the ladder to be eliminated in the first week of the finals, although this has never happened in its history, and would require 7th and/or 8th to beat their much stronger top-two finishing counterparts.
Another criticism was that, if first-week results go as planned, then first defeats eighth and second defeats seventh. This leaves the teams who finished from third to sixth effectively playing "dead rubbers" in the first week, with the results merely reshuffling the order of these four teams.
It also possible that in week two, a first week loser may play an (on paper) easier opponent than the team that defeated them in week one, as happened in 2000
To rectify the second criticism, the AFL always scheduled the first round of the finals such that, in chronological order, the games were played: 4 vs 5, 3 vs 6, 2 vs 7, 1 vs 8. So, there was never the situation where two teams would play, knowing that their result would certainly not matter. However, if the final two games ultimately went as predicted, then the first two games again seem to retrospectively have little meaning.

As is the case with all systems, there are advantages as well as criticisms. The major advantages of the system are that it provides the best chance that the top 2 teams after the regular season will meet in the grand final, and that no matches are repeated twice in the first three weeks.In fact, only twice since the NRL started using it (1999 - Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks; 2005 - Parramatta Eels) has the team finishing first failed to make the grand final.
When compared to other final eight systems, the McIntyre system allows for many more combinations of the eight teams in the grand final - with only two combinations (1v7 and 2v8) being completely impossible.
Is this system the right one for the NRL? Maybe, but only time will tell us. We are yet to wait for an outcry from the players union and several coaches. Only then will the NRL perhaps decide to take some form of action. It can never be of their own accord, it is always from the criticisms that come from players and/or coaches. Hopefully, the time will come when such a disadvantageous system to certain teams finishing in the bottom 4 of the eight will be rectified so that it gives a fair advantage to all teams.

State of Origin brings old Rugby League memories back

2008-05-23T23:09:00.000-07:00

As State of Origin got back into full swing for 2008, the clash of the NSW Blues and Queensland Maroons brings all the memories and passion back of the former Rugby League glory days. Anyone who has followed Rugby League for some time will remember the likes of Wally Lewis, Allan Langer for Queensland and the likes of Brett Kenny and Benny Ellias for NSW pouring every inch of their beings into the physical contest that is Origin.

Many consider the State of Origin concept (now sponsored by Harvey Norman; Wizard Home Loans and AAMI) to be not only greater than NRL club Rugby League but a more superior spectacle than International Rugby League games.

Such is the pull of State of Origin, that international players such as Sonny Bill Williams and Roy Asotasi would give anything to be part of the ultimate clash - but as such, permission isn't granted to foreign players just yet. Other corners of the Rugby League world have suggested a series involving NZ and the UK to make it a more widely accepted series and bring further world wide audiences.

The NRL doesn't control the State of Origin, it runs under the ARL management system - however in 2008, the NRL local club game rules were applied, such as 10 man interchange. But for lovers of weekly club NRL, NRL results and the NRL table position of their team takes a back-row seat as Origin comes into play for a month of the year.

NRL goes old school: Luke ODonnell

2008-03-21T16:19:00.000-07:00

Cowboys enforcer Luke ODonnell is set to go 'old school Rugby League' when he lines up against the Wests Tigers Liam Fulton and wants to get even after some heavy contact between the two last season.

Forget NRL Results for a moment as the two battle it out and what should be a throwback to the by-gone days of Rugby League in the 1980's were hard men battled it out week after week, much like the story behind the Final Winter - where Newtown, the former foundation 1908 club were forced to leave the ARL competition and try and start again as clubs tried to change to become more financial.

NRL Round 2 2008 Flashback to 1980?

2008-03-20T22:09:00.000-07:00

Could the NRL Round 2 clash between the North Queensland Cowboys and Wests Tigers prove to be a Rugby League flashback to the bad old days of 1980? Both teams are not only hell bent on getting the right NRL Results, but after the Liam Fulton and Luke ODonnell clash - there could quite possibly be fireworks between the former League and Footy team-mates and former school mates from St Gregory's in Campbelltown?

It should be classic NRL and while both teams will be trying to be on the right side on the scoreboard - the physical clash should be spectacular!

Winning and Injuries key to NRL

2008-03-18T20:37:00.000-07:00

The two biggest factors in winning an NRL premiership apart from the referee's whistle and the bounce of the football - are obviously winning your matches and ensuring that injuries don't cut down your top players from the clubs first grade squad.

NRL Results are based more on the team that your club can field on the day, as players struggle to remain fit each week after heavy hits knocks and twists from their routine which involves so much body contact.

The NRL clubs remain focused on having large squads of players to cater for injuries should they occur rather than just relying on a small batch of players for a team - that can quickly change if the body is struck down with niggles regularly.

NRL Results

2008-02-09T20:36:00.000-08:00

For all the latest updates; including scores and NRL Results during this years Rugby League Premiership in Australia - ensure you bookmark NRLNEWS.COM as you major source of League information and breaking news.

Focusing on every team in every round, each aspect of the result and NRL scoreboard will be discussed. Just what hardcore fans and followers need; week in week out.

Rugby League Injuries

2008-02-05T03:11:00.000-08:00

Why is it that in NRL today, players are always injured? Weekly - many clubs have stars on the sidelines and struggle to make the depth required to win consistently. Back in the early days of Rugby League - the players trained less and yet rarely got injured. Also, when they did get injured, the generally recovered faster and missed less match time.

Why is this?

For more NRL News and information, including forums and daily news articles - visit NRL News (www.nrlnews.com)

Peter Sterling Parramatta Eels

2008-02-01T01:07:00.000-08:00

Quite possibly a Rugby League player that arrived well before his time. The likeable Peter Sterling was a revelation for the Parramatta Eels as he helped take them to their first premiership against the Newtown Jets in 1981.

A young Sterling was still a notable star in a team of heros as the Eels boasted many big names such as Brett Kenny, Ray Price, Eric Grothe and Steve Ella.

Sterling defeated all comers and was a regular State of Origin and Australian Rugby League rep. Pushed hard by the likes of Steve Mortimer for competition at halfback, Sterling truly could have been a contender with the likes of today's NRL stars and quite possibly given the modern day hero Andrew Johns a decent nudge.

Sterling battled injury later in his career and has since begun working with Channel 9 as a football commentator.

Sam Backo

2008-01-25T01:51:00.000-08:00

Who could forget slammin' Sam Backo. Former Canberra Raiders and Queensland big man, Backo was a wrecking ball as he slammed through opposing ARL teams in his Rugby League heyday.

Sam's son Daniel is now playing Rugby League up north and is set for NRL experience in the short term future.

Noel Cleal former star

2008-01-23T02:46:00.001-08:00

Former bushman Noel Cleal was a Rugby League icon and popular figure in the 80's. The big frame and hard running style of the man was a sight to behold, wreaking havoc on opposing teams the big man was hard to stop and possessed a good offload. Spending his time at Manly, the man they called 'Crusher' Cleal is now back with Manly as a recruitment officer.

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Norths Greg Florimo

2008-01-19T21:20:00.000-08:00

While on the subject of former NRL team the North Sydney Bears, a player that was around during the same time as Gary Larson was Greg Florimo. The hardworking back rower that was regularly underated, Florimo eventually got his call up for NSW Origin and the tough guy didnt disappoint. A real coaches player, Greg Florimo was one of North Sydney's favourite sons and gave the club good service over a number of years during his time in the Rugby League premiership.

Gary Larson Norths and Queensland

2008-01-18T10:46:00.001-08:00

What will former NRL Rugby League player Gary Larson be remember for? Not only will it be his deep, husky voice - but Larson was a virtual robot on the Rugby League field, his never ending tackling likened him to more recent stars such as Craig Fitzgibbon and Nathan Hindmarsh.

Larson the hardworking backrower had the size to draw in several defenders, but eventually worked in a nice offload into his game.

Playing his career with the North Sydney Bears and representing Queensland on many occasions Gary Larson was the man's man of Rugby League - a true blue collar tradesman on the field and proudly flew his teams colours everytime he took his place on field.

NRL back to the future

2008-01-18T02:35:00.000-08:00

The NRL casts its mind back several years today, as word spread that former badboy Ben McDougall has returned from the UK to join the Melbourne Storm. Previously shamed after drug testing issues, the brother of Adam and Luke gets his chance to shine for the premiership winning Storm side in their approach to the 2008 NRL Rugby League premiership.

McDougall will have stiff competition from the likes of Anthony Quinn and Israel Folau for the outside backs positions.

Steve Carter Panthers

2008-01-17T12:13:00.000-08:00

Today, we look at former Penrith Panthers player Steve Carter. The wiley and creative outside back wasnt blessed with pace or pure skill. Carter was a player that used his nous and creative, yet sometimes antagonisc mind to frustrate and defeat enemy NRL teams.

Playing Rugby League well into his later years, Steve Carter was at the Panthers during some of their tougher times. Carter will always be remembered for his run in with Wendell Sailor and getting under the skin of many NRL (nrl.com.au) players at times.

Steve Carter, we salute you. For NRL News and daily updated information - visit nrlnews.com to get your updates on all the action in 2008 and beyond.

NRL Forum Members

2008-01-15T12:26:00.000-08:00

We are currently looking for new NRL lovers to help start out brand new Rugby League forum at NRL News. If you enjoy your League and like to chat about games, players, clubs and tactics then please drop into www.nrlnews.com and visit the forums to have your say and become a leader and moderator in your category and tell the world each weekend what happened in the NRL.

nrl.com.au

2008-01-14T02:27:00.001-08:00

For a more up to date discussion on nrl.com.au and all things NRL Rugby League, be sure and visit NRL News for new and breaking articles each and every day. As the Rugby League NRL 2008 season approaches, NRL News will be discussing your team each day from the pre-season through to the kick-off.

For your total dose of NRL Rugby League you can't go past this website for the most comprehensive and unedited articles that are not swayed by any major media outlet and a website where fans get a big say through feedback and forums.

NRL in 2008

2007-12-24T02:12:00.000-08:00

Don't forget to visit NRL News for all your 2008 NRL Rugby League updates, insight and fan discussion.

NRL and Rugby League returns in 2008

2007-12-22T16:25:00.001-08:00

Our return to old school Rugby League postings will continue in 2008 when the NRL season kicks off.

In the meantime, you can take advantage of our sister sites the leading Rugby League website online; NRL News. Featuring daily articles, fan feedback and a raw view on all things NRL.

Our network of sites is now supported by John Chow from the blogging community. John Chow has agreed to throw his weight behind some of the following sites within the network. Most namely the leading DOTA Allstars site.

New Vodafone Website

2007-12-20T13:14:00.000-08:00

The address for the new Vodafone NZ website is http://vodafonenz.blogspot.com/

Or you can click here

John Chow test continues

2007-12-18T02:33:00.000-08:00

The John Chow test continues.

John Chow recently saw himself slapped and slammed by Google and lost his position in the Google directory for his own name!

When you run a Google search on John Chow you now see various other listings in the top results and John Chows popular site is no where to be seen. The likeable Chow is obviously not getting on too well with Google; however this wouldn't worry him too much as his site continues to bring in big cash for the guy that would be internet king.

John Chow started his empire of sorts in mid 2006, kicking off a personal blog under his name 'John Chow' ever since - he continues to grow and reap plenty of financial rewards form his internet fame.

DOTA Allstars post

2007-12-13T19:20:00.000-08:00

A very quick shoutout to our partner network blog site that discusses all things DOTA Allstars. If you're not a player of online warcraft game DOTA, then ignore this post. If you know about DOTA, then for the latest hacks, cheats, tips and strategy look no place else for everything DOTA Allstars. Hugely popular everywhere, its a game that continues to take the world by storm. Check it out, the blog updates daily and keeps you abreast of DOTA Allstars news.

Winfield Cup

2007-11-23T12:30:00.000-08:00

Rugby League Old School has enjoyed chatting about those classic Rugby League games from yesteryear. As we look ahead to 2008, we will be trying to focus heavily on the Winfield Cup years of Rugby League.

Not only did some of the best games come out of the Winfield Cup in the 80's and 90's - but the Rugby League players and their personalities were certainly standouts in this era. In the hotly contested Winfield Cup, the likes of Steve Roach, Martin Bella, Greg Dowling, Wally Lewis and Benny Elias gave us plenty to cheer or boo for.

So if you loved the Winfield Cup, stay tuned in 2008 - we will be talking plenty of Rugby League from this era. If you would like to post articles here, we would love to hear from you - send an email to: asutcliffe@gmail.com

Regards,
The Winfield Cup Team

NRL Finals 2007

2007-09-04T22:32:00.000-07:00

As we move into the NRL Rugby League finals series for 2007 - be sure and visit NRL News for all the latest discussion and information on Rugby League.

Updated multiple times daily, NRL News is the best source for your reading.

Craig Young - St George Dragons

2007-08-16T08:43:00.000-07:00

St George Dragons, Craig Young was a member of the 1977 'Baths Babes' side that won the Rugby League Grand Final.

Craig Young was a bullocking front rower - his unusual bash and barge style led to the term "Craig Young Bum on Style" - due to the way that Craig Young would sometimes hit the defence line in reverse as he barged through the defence.

In a 12 year career Craig Young was a tough and fierce competitor - achieving success at the St George Illawarra Dragons and playing 20 Tests for Australia.

Craig Young was named players player on the 1978 Kangaroo Tour and also starred in the 1982 'Invincibles' Kangaroos Rugby League side.

Craig Young has a son Dead; who as of today (2007) plays for the St George Illawarra Dragons.

State of Origin 1992 Game 1

2007-08-15T04:50:00.000-07:00

The first 'State of Origin 1992' match was played a ferocious pace, with NSW running out eventual winnings - 14-6 over a Queensland team favoured to win this year.

The match held at the football stadium set the scene for a top quality State of Origin Series.

Out wide Paul 'Mary' McGregor was a big hit for the NSW Blues - proving a handful all night.Even after NSW lost Brad Clyde and Laurie Daley to on-field injuries, they were able to kick on and win the fierce Rugby League State of Origin Battle.

For the Queensland 1992 Origin team; halfback Allan Langer was an inspiration, Gavin Allen worked tirelessly and Mark Coyne proved useful when substituted on for the Maroons.

State of Origin 1992 Teams Were:
May 6th, 1992 - Sydney Football Stadium

NSW 1992 Origin Side (Game 1)
Andrew Ettingshausen
Rod Wishart
Paul McGregor
Brad Fittler
Graeme Mackay
Laurie Daley (captain)
John Simon
Brad Clyde
John Cartwright
Paul Sironen
Paul Harragon
Ben Elias
Glen Lazarus
Bench / Interchange:
Craig Salvatori
Brad Mackay
David Gillespie
Robbie McCormack

Coach: Phil Gould

Queensland 1992 Origin Side (Game 1)
Dale Shearer
Michael Hancock
Peter Jackson
Mal Meninga
Willie Carne
Kevin Walters
Allan Langer
Gary Larson
Bob Lindner
Trevor Gillmeister
Steve Jackson
Steve Walters
Martin Bella

Bench / Interchange:
Mark Coyne
Steve Renouf
Gavin Allen
Gary Coyne

Coach: Graeme Lowe

Canterbury Bulldogs 1987 Team

2007-08-12T04:59:00.000-07:00

The Canterbury Bulldogs 1987 team was a formidable outfit, strong and tough - but with plenty of speed and skill to burn also.

Dominating he 1980's along with the Parramatta Eels; the Canterbury Bulldogs built a fortress at Belmore - with Belmore Oval their place to tear apart opposing teams. The Canterbury Bulldogs were under the control of Peter 'Bullfrog' Moore and had Warren 'Wok' Ryan as head coach - earning themselves the name 'the family club' for their strong bloodlines and ties at the clubs higher levels.

The Canterbury Bulldogs Rugby League team in 1987 was made up of the following players:

Glenn Frendo, Scott Bennett, Peter Tunks, Paul Langmack, Steve O'Brien, Tony Currie, Steve Folkes, Eddie Muller, Peter Kelly, Mark Sargeant, Pat Jarvis, Paul Dunn, Sandy Campbell, Peter Mortimer, Mark Bugden, Michael Hagan, David Boyd, David Gillespie, Andrew Farrar, Steve Mortimer, Terry Lamb, Michael Potter, Jason Alchin.

Canterbury Bulldogs 1987 Team Coach: Warren Ryan

Canterbury Bulldogs 1987 Head Trainer: Dave Cooper

Balmain Tigers Winfield Cup 1992

2007-08-08T21:25:00.000-07:00

The Balmain Tigers sacked their skipper Benny Ellias for the start of the 1992 Rugby League Season. The 1992 Winfield Cup season looking to be a top quality showing.

Steve Roach chosen as the Balmain Tigers new skipper for 1992.

The Balmain Tigers drove in some new recruits for 1992, the following Rugby League players ushered into the Balmain Tigers squad.

Matt Munro, Matt Burke and Derek McVey.

Losses for the Balmain Tigers in 1992 included:
Gary Freeman, Darren Clark, Craig Izzard, Michael 'Mick' Neil, Wayne Sing, David Anderson.

The Balmain Tigers lineup for the 1992 Winfield Cup (Rugby League) is below:

David Bayssari Utility Back 22 years old from Parramatta
Tim Brasher Centre 21 years old from Wests Juniors
Steve Edmed Front Row 24 years old from Tweed Heads
Ban Elias Hooker 28 years old Local Junior
John Elias Lock 29 years old Wests
James Grant winger/centre 28 years old Rugby Union
Garry Jack Fullback 31 years old Wests
Martin Masella Lock 23 years old Local Junior
Ian McCann Centre 25 years old Local Junior
Gary McFarlane Front Row 29 years old Wests
Steve O'Brien Winger 27 years old Canterbury
Matt Parish Lock 25 years old Rugby Union
Steve Roach Front Row 30 years old Wollongong
Will Robinson 5/8 (five-eighth) 21 years old Local Junior
Paul Sironen Second Row 27 years old Local Junior
Brian Smith halfback 24 years old Rugby Union

Balmain Tigers coach Alan Jones learned plenty in his initial year in Rugby League and could be the man to lead the Balmain Tigers on to bigger things in 1992 Winfield Cup.

Injuries hurt the Balmain Tigers during the Winfield Cup in 1991 - with Benny Elias and Paul Sironen struck down for long periods.

Western Suburbs Magpies 1992

2007-08-02T05:03:00.000-07:00

Western Suburbs Magpies went from slow coaches to steam trains in leading up to 1992. Terry Hill was recruited from Easts Roosters, winger Mark Bell from Canberra joined the Magpies and Darren Willis from Penrith also came to the Wests Magpies.

Wests Magpies coach for 1992 Warren Ryan was always on the hunt for Terry Hill, Mark Bell and Darren Willis - saying they were crucial buys.

Western Suburbs Magpies finished 5th in 1991 despite heavy injury problems. Jason Taylor was crucial with his kicking game and direction for the Magpies in 1991 and again is the key in 1992.

Western Suburbs performed well in the Challenge Cup in 1992. The pre-season comp for Rugby League teams. In the forwards Wests Magpies have - Paul Langmack, Jim Dymock and Bob Lindner. They also have Russell Wyer at fullback in 1992 - Russell Wyer going on to real estate in the local Macarthur area.

Western Suburbs Magpies gains in 1992: Mark Bell, Terry Hill, Billy Noke, Darren Willis, Tony Xuereb, David Anderson, Kyle White, Josh White, Steve Kearney.

Losses for the Magpies in 1992: Jamie Ainscough, Cameron Blair, Tony Cosatto, Ron Gibbs, Ivan Henjack, Steve Jackson, and Shaun O'Bryan.

Experienced centre Andrew Farrar was in fine form for the Wests Magpies in 1991 and will again be looked to in 1992.

Gary Freeman Easts Roosters 1992

2007-07-27T22:23:00.001-07:00

(Click image on left to enlarge and read)

Heres an article from the Telegraph Mirror 1992 League 'Armchair Guide' a nice liftout from the Telegraph Mirror team.

This page covered the Eastern Suburbs Roosters - featuring 1992 Roosters players such as: (Certainly a decent 1992 line up and player list for the Eastern Suburbs Roosters)

Gary Freeman
Denis Beecraft
Steve Deacon
Nigel Gaffey
Steve Georgallis
Brendan Hall
Wayne Marshall
Jeff Orford
James Matthews
Trevor Paterson
Mark Protheroe
Tim Russell
Craig Salvatori
Kurt Sherlock
Rod Silva

(Lost players from 1991 include: Hugh McGahan, Paul Vautin, David Trewhella, Terry Hill, Matt Burke, Jim Bell, Brad Burke, Michael Cook, Martin Quinn, David Smith

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Brad Fittler 1992

2007-07-14T21:24:00.000-07:00

In his early years and well before he was a coach, here is a 1992 shot of Brad Fittler during his years at the Penrith Panthers.

Under coach Phil Gould, the Panthers had won the premiership in 1991 and were naturally hotshots moving into the following year.

Now in 2007 we see Brad Fittler coaching the Sydney Roosters after taking over from Chris Anderson. Freddy getting his first up win in his first game - against former coach Ricky Stuart and the Cronulla Sharks.

Brad 'Freddy' Fittler

NRL Flashback Bulldogs 1988

2007-07-11T19:06:00.000-07:00

As the team from 'Old NRL' go back through the archives, today we found a 1987 year book. On the first few pages were new young faces for 1988 - All Bulldogs players with big futures:

1988
Player 1: Tawerat Nikau (20 Years Old)
A player that would go on to represent New Zealand and win an NRL premiership with the Melbourne Storm in 1999.

Player 2: Glen Nissen (21 Years Old)
A blazingly fast winger, Nissen went on to represent Canterbury on many occasions and giving them plenty of points.

Player 3: Robin Thorne (21 Years Old)
The Redcliffe product spent some time at the Bulldogs without really making a massive impact.

Player 4: Max Semrani (21 Years Old)
The former St George youngster came to the Dogs for the 1988 season. A solid player that served Canterbury well.

PLAyer 5: Brandon Lee (23 Years Old)
The oldest of the 1988 new faces, the former Panther joined the Bulldogs also in the bicentenary year.

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State of Origin Rugby League - The Ultimate

2007-05-28T06:05:00.000-07:00

With Origin time still among us, today's post will stay in the tradition of State of Origin Rugby League, true NSW vs Queensland stuff - as we look back upon League players and State of Origin Stars of past years.

We thought it best to rank and give a quick overview of the 5 best State of Origin players of all time. (Proudly supported by NRL News - the Daily Website for Rugby League - www.NRLnews.com)

Best State of Origin Players (NSW and QLD)
1. Wally Lewis (Easy choice, Lewis was the King in Origin - always got the Maroons home)
2. Brett Kenny (Became the NSW version of the king, tough and gutsy always there for NSW)
3. Allan Langer (Close behind the King, little Langer or Alfie or Alf as he was known was brilliant)
4. Mark Geyer (A true NSW enforcer, first man to stand up to the tough Maroons)
5. Andrew Johns (A NSW player of supreme skill and guile, rated best in the world)

Hard to pick the top 5 Origin players, we had to leave out guys like Ben Ellias, Sam Backo, Brad Fittler, Steve Mortimer and Peter Sterling and many, many more.

We'd love to hear your Origin comments, please visit www.NRLnews.com and post your thoughts on the shout box.

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State of Origin 2007

2007-05-24T07:22:00.000-07:00

Some great footage here, the promo vision from Channel 9 for the 2007 Origin Series. Some big contact between NSW and QUEENSLAND - enjoy this vision and sound shot from the 2006 series. Stunning!

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