Tag: NRL

  • TARIQ SIMS GRANTED IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM KNIGHTS

    TARIQ SIMS GRANTED IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM KNIGHTS

    The Newcastle Knights have granted Tariq Sims’ request for an immediate release from the club. Sims today signed with the St George Illawarra Dragons, where he’ll play from next season. He joined the Knights in 2015 and has played 27 games. Knights CEO Matt Gidley thanked Sims for his contribution to the club.

  • KNIGHTS POISED TO ADD TWO NEW FACES

    KNIGHTS POISED TO ADD TWO NEW FACES

    The Knights are expected to finalise the signings of Rooster Brendan Elliot and Raider Mitch Barnett in the next few days. Elliot was released by the Sydney club late this afternoon. Nathan Brown has hinted both could be used against the Warriors if they arrive in time. For now, the coach has named a 19-man…

  • POLICE INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS OF NRL MATCH FIXING

    POLICE INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS OF NRL MATCH FIXING

    Police have begun an investigation into alleged match fixing in the NRL. “The Organised Crime Squad is in the early stages of examining information relating to alleged match fixing in the NRL,” a police spokeswoman said. “No further comment is appropriate at this stage.” Early reports suggest two 2015 matches are at the centre of…

  • INJURY WOES KEEP TITANS BUSY

    INJURY WOES KEEP TITANS BUSY

    The Titans might have a bye this weekend, but injury woes are keeping the team busy. Two up-and-coming under 20s are out for the rest of the season.

  • TITANS KEEN TO SNATCH FORMER WARRIORS CENTRE

    TITANS KEEN TO SNATCH FORMER WARRIORS CENTRE

    It’s understood the Titans are keen for the signature of destructive centre Konrad Hurrell. They began the hunt just hours after the 24-year-old was let go by the Warriors.

  • TITANS HOPEUL AFTER TWO WINS

    TITANS HOPEUL AFTER TWO WINS

    Belief, courage and consistency are the new buzz words at the Titans, with the team now chasing improved results after two wins on the trot. The club has a bye this weekend before a squad of 20 embark on a nine day road trip to Perth and Darwin.

  • NSW BLUES 2016 STATE OF ORIGIN TEAM ANNOUNCED

    NSW BLUES 2016 STATE OF ORIGIN TEAM ANNOUNCED

    The 2016 New South Wales Blues State of Origin Team for Game One has been announced this morning. There are five debutants to the team this year, with coach Laurie Daley yet to finalise positions and a starting line-up. The 19-man squad is as follows, in alphabetical order: Greg Bird (Titans), Boyd Cordner (Roosters), Josh Dugan (Dragons), Robbie Farah…

  • KNIGHTS CEO THANKS FANS FOR STICKING BY THE CLUB

    KNIGHTS CEO THANKS FANS FOR STICKING BY THE CLUB

    The Knights are waiting on scan results for young forward Jacob Saifiti, who suffered a suspected broken wrist in the big loss to the Sharks. This afternoon, CEO Matt Gidley sent a letter to fans and club members, thanking them for their support.

  • KNIGHTS CO-CAPTAIN TO RETIRE AT END OF SEASON

    KNIGHTS CO-CAPTAIN TO RETIRE AT END OF SEASON

    Newcastle Knights co-captain Jeremy Smith will retire at the end of the NRL season. The 36-year-old has played more than 200 games spanning a 12-year career. More to come.

  • SAIFITI TWINS EXTEND CONTRACTS WITH KNIGHTS

    SAIFITI TWINS EXTEND CONTRACTS WITH KNIGHTS

    The Saifiti brothers are set to remain at the Newcastle Knights until the end of 2018, after extending their contracts with the club. 20-year-old twins Daniel and Jacob debuted for the Knights at the start of this season, and were signed until the end of 2017. This week they added another year to their contracts.…