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Posted Wednesday, June 3, 2009 by rlcm57

Sharks Chairman Barry Pierce resigns, Don Anderson stands down

Please be advised that Sharks Chairman Barry Pierce last night gave notice that he would resign his position with the Cronulla Sutherland Leagues and District Football clubs at the end of June.

Don Anderson, a current member of the Sharks Board of Directors and a former Vice President at the club, has also stood down, with his resignation effective immediately.

Last night’s meeting was the first for the new board which was elected by a vote of the members last week.

Mr Pierce, who has been Chairman at the Sharks since 1999 and has enjoyed a 21-year association with the club, released the following statement in relation to his resignation.

“I wish to tender my resignation from the Cronulla Sutherland Leagues and District Football clubs, to become effective 30-6-2009. Until that time I will assist the new board in any capacity I can,” Mr Pierce said.

“This decision has not been taken lightly and has been a very difficult one. I would like to thank everyone who has supported me over the past 20 years, especially my family. I would also like to thank the people I have worked with for making my time at the Sharks most enjoyable.

“I wish the new Board, Tony Zappia, Ricky Stuart, the Sharks football team and everyone associated with the club every success in the future.”

Despite stepping aside at the Sharks Mr Pierce will continue a heavy involvement with rugby league as a member of the NSWRL, ARL and NRL boards.

In relation to his resignation, Mr Anderson, a Director for 12 years, indicated that while he was standing down from his board position he was still firmly committed to the Sharks.

“I am not going to walk away from the club, I’ll still be around as an ardent Sharks supporter,” Mr Anderson said. “I’ve certainly enjoyed my time on the Board but am happy to hand over the responsibilities to some new faces and younger members and I wish them the best in taking the club forward.”

It should be made known that both Mr Pierce and Mr Anderson acted without any boardroom pressure and of their own accord, with the Sharks Board accepting Pierce’s intention and Anderson’s resignation with regret. The Board also noted the lengthy service that both had given to the Cronulla club.

Last night the new Board endorsed the decision of the former Board to hold a Special Meeting before the end of July, at which time they will put to that meeting whether the members feel another election is warranted and necessary.

The Board is moving to fill the position vacated by Mr Anderson immediately, and will endorse a replacement at its next meeting on 16 June.

When Mr Pierce’s resignation becomes effective at the end of the month a new Chairman will be elected by the existing Board.

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Meyers to start for injured Minichiello
Flame-haired forward Brad Meyers has been named to replace injured backrower Mark Minichiello for the Jetstar Gold Coast Titans in Monday night’s anticipated clash against St George Illawarra at Skilled Park. With Minichiello ruled out for between 2-4 weeks with ankle and knee injuries, Jetstar Gold Coast Titans coach John Cartwright today named Meyers to make only his second starting appearance of the season.

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Brian Carney back to rugby league
Tony Smith believes Warrington have pulled off a coup by luring Brian Carney back to rugby league. Former Wigan and Great Britain wing Carney, 32, has played union for Munster for two years but will join Warrington at the end of the month. Warrington and England coach Smith said: ‘I am excited by the prospect of getting to work with Brian. He’s a championship player and his experience and know-how will be a real asset to us.’ Carney can play in the Carnegie Challenge Cup semi-final against Wigan on August 8 because his signing was registered before last week’s deadline.

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Harvey Norman Women in League
As well as kicking off the 2009 Harvey Norman State of Origin Series, Melbourne will tonight play host to the first of the Harvey Norman Women in League events for the year. More than 100 female volunteers and employees will gather with Melbourne Storm stars and NRL Chief Executive David Gallop at the Intercontinental Hotel before heading off to Etihad Stadium for the Harvey Norman State of Origin match between New South Wales and Queensland. The night is the first of four Harvey Norman Women in League functions for the year and will pay tribute to the efforts of women who have been at the heart of the game’s development in Victoria.
The three remaining Women in League functions will be in Sydney on Tuesday, June 9, Brisbane on June 11 and the NSW Central Coast on June 17.
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A week later England will play the Kangaroos at Wigan’s JJB Stadium and New Zealand will travel across the channel to play France.

In the final week of group fixtures World Champions New Zealand will travel to Huddersfield to play England at the Galpharm Stadium, whilst Australia will take the short flight over to France.

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Tony Smith names three uncapped players in England squad
England coach Tony Smith has named uncapped Ryan Hall, Sam Tomkins and Scott Moore in his 19-man squad for next week's international clash against France in Paris. The England 19-man squad for the Gillette Fusion international against France in Paris on Saturday, June 13, is: Ryan Atkins (Wakefield), Sam Burgess (Bradford), Shaun Briscoe (Hull KR), Tony Clubb (Harlequins), Eorl Crabtree (Huddersfield), Peter Fox (Hull KR), James Graham (St Helens), Ryan Hall (Leeds), Gareth Hock (Wigan), Danny McGuire (Leeds), Scott Moore (Huddersfield), Adrian Morley (Warrington), Richard Myler (Salford), Sean O'Loughlin (Wigan), Jamie Peacock (Leeds, captain), James Roby (St Helens), Michael Shenton (Castleford), Sam Tomkins (Wigan), Ben Westwood (Warrington).

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Queensland eye a six-year dynasty
As Queensland begins its quest for a historic fourth successive series win at Melbourne's Etihad Stadium tonight, some within the Maroons bunker believe the state's dominance of NSW could continue for years. Arthur Beetson claims the Maroons could stretch their winning sequence to an unprecedented six series. A glance of the Maroons' squad suggests it's not without merit. Of the star-studded backline, only captain Darren Lockyer is edging towards the end of his career. Players such as Greg Inglis, Darius Boyd and Israel Folau could spend another decade in the Queensland team.

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Wing comfortable with utility role
Craig Wing is no longer ashamed. He is ready to shout it from the rooftops. To let the entire world know. My name is Craig Wing . . . and I'm a utility player.

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Joey has faith but rookies face test
NSW legend Andrew Johns insists there can be no job guarantees for Terry Campese and Peter Wallace should they fail to snuff out Darren Lockyer and Johnathan Thurston.

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Blues ready for Maroons fullback switch
The Blues camp is preparing for a sneaky last minute positional change from the Queenslanders and predict Karmichael Hunt will start ahead of Billy Slater at fullback.

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Mackay Cutters calamity
An injury to captain Jardine Bobongie and the standing down of two key players have provided further blows to the Mackay Cutters, who have now lost seven straight matches. Bobongie will be sidelined for two to four weeks after suffering a shoulder injury in last round's 30-0 capitulation to Ipswich Jets. The Cutters are without dual-registered Cowboys duo Anthony Perkins and Donald Malone, who have been stood down for disciplinary reasons.

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Arthur Beetson starts assistant role with Roosters
Artie Beetson yesterday revealed one of the first things he hopes to achieve in his new role as assistant coach of the Roosters - quickly resurrect the Origin career of Willie Mason. The Queensland and Australian legend added that the players had not given 100 per cent consistently - and that included Mason. "Willie probably has to set himself some goals," Beetson told The Daily Telegraph.

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It is about what is between the ears - Meninga
The Maroons of 2009 are the deserving and overwhelming favourites and the fallen giants, the Blues, are calling on new faces in an attempt to halt what has all the hallmarks of a Queensland dynasty.
"We always say that Origin is about what is between the ears and your mental preparation, both sides have highly skilled players who are in form so it comes down to desire and commitment for each other. We've been working pretty hard on making sure we get that part of the game plan right," coach Mal Meninga said.

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Gerard Parle and Mick Esdale miss suspension
Gerard Parle and Mick Esdale yesterday escaped suspension, but coach Wayne Barnett will have to wait until Friday night to finalise his team for this weekend's match against Wynnum Manly. Co-captain Parle and interchange forward Esdale are free to play after the pair accepted early guilty pleas for grade-one dangerous throw and grade-one careless high tackle charges respectively in last Saturday's defeat.

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Vale Les ‘Fox’ Roberts
St Mary’s Anglican Church in Ballina overflowed with mourners today as Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people gathered to farewell local footballing legend, Les ‘Fox’ Roberts. Fox died suddenly on May 24, aged 52. Fox was a star goalkicking fullback for many years, playing with the now-defunct South Lismore club before finishing his career with Ballina Seagulls and the Wardell Magpies. He was a member of several grand final winning teams, and finished his career as captain-coach of the Wardell team which won the coveted Timber Cup competition in second division. Fox was a founding director of the Northern United club, which this season is making its debut in Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League.

Posted Tuesday, June 2, 2009 by rlcm57

Sean Long has sad feelings leaving St Helens
Sean Long admits he was upset not to have been offered a new two-year deal at St Helens but now is excited about joining Hull. Saints legend Long signed for Hull on Monday for the 2010 and 2011 seasons after being given permission to speak to other clubs. The Merseyside outfit were unwilling to offer the 32-year-old more than a one-year extension despite a glittering 12-year career at Knowsley Road.

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Beetson plays down Gallen slur
Rugby league Immortal Arthur Beetson believes the furore surrounding the racial slur which cost Paul Gallen the Cronulla captaincy was blown out of proportion.

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Sheens keeps faith in struggling Tigers
Wests Tigers coach Tim Sheens says his players are not yet under notice despite tasting defeat in their last four NRL matches.

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Beetson calls on Roosters to aim up
New Sydney Roosters assistant coach Arthur Beetson has laid the blame for the club's disappointing start to the NRL season at the hands of the players.

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Meninga hopes Blues blood rookies
Queensland State of Origin coach Mal Meninga says he hopes New South Wales selectors stick by their inexperienced players.

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Maroons hoping to keep Folau flying high
Queensland will urge referees to crack down on any illegal tactics designed to ground high-flying winger Israel Folau in Wednesday's State of Origin showdown.

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Steve Price set to become most capped forward
The Warriors skipper Steve Price is set to become the most capped rugby league forward when he turns out for Queensland in this year's State of Origin opener against New South Wales in Melbourne tomorrow night. It'll be his 26th appearance for Queensland and will give him the record, which he currently shares with Bob Lindner, outright.

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NSW aim to blow Maroons away with speed
NSW are planning to use an edge in speed to blow away an ageing Queensland side and claim a stunning upset in the State of Origin series opener.

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Warrington tempt Brian Carney
Brian Carney is on the brink of returning to rugby league after a two-year spell in union.

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Seagulls Support Men’s Health
The Seagulls are supporting MENS HEALTH WEEK09 again in this year with a massive promotion at our home game against the Redcliffe Dolphins on June 21. As well as contesting the Herald Cup we will host a game against the Men of League and Wynnum Manly Allstars. There are some big names in both teams and it should be a great promotion. Early mail suggests Marcus Bai, Nick Kosef, Ben Kennedy, the Walker Brothers and Brad Watt will turn out for the Men of League. We also have a host of former Wynnum Manly Stars lining up for a crack at the big names. Steve Renouf and Michael Kasprowicz are our special guests for a Men of League Sponsors Lunch. The luncheon is just a way to say thank you to all our sponsors who support the club. Each sponsor will be allocated two tickets and additional tickets are available by contacting the club. We will forward out more details in the coming weeks. It should be a great day of football as well as supporting a very good cause.

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Bradford Bulls sign Manly second rower/prop for 2010
Bradford Bulls have completed a coup by signing prop or back-row forward Glenn Hall from Australian champions Manly Sea Eagles on a three-year contract from next season.

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Gidley trying to calm captaincy nerves
NSW captain Kurt Gidley has turned to Origin legends Danny Buderus and Andrew Johns to calm his own nerves ahead of Wednesday night.

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Learoyd-Lahrs re-signs with Raiders
Canberra forward Tom Learoyd-Lahrs has signed a new two-year NRL deal that will see him stay in the nation's capital until the end of 2011.

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Qld to start well - Meninga
"We've talked about not really starting the series all that well in all the three years that I've been involved, there's been a focus on starting well. There's been a focus on being successful in the Melbourne game because if we don't it puts a lot of pressure on the football side going to Sydney in game two.I guess for both sides it's an important game, Game 1 is set up I think very well and it should be interesting to see what the result's going to be but our focus is on starting well," said Mal Meninga.

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Kiwis coach humbled to receive Order of Merit
Kiwis World Cup winning coach Stephen Kearney says he was stunned to learn he had received the ONZM (Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit) in this year's Queen's Birthday honours. The recognition comes a little more than six months after Kearney, 36, coached the Kiwis to their historic 34-20 victory over Australia in the World Cup final in Brisbane.

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Melbourne a winner
Queensland Rugby League boss Ross Livermore insists NSW's failure to sell out State of Origin matches in Sydney should see the state bear the brunt of any further commitment to move games to Melbourne. Blues coach Craig Bellamy yesterday reiterated his call for Origin matches to be played in Victoria on an annual basis, as news filtered through that tomorrow's series opener at Etihad Stadium would be viewed by a capacity crowd of around 52,000.
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New NZRL chairman tackles isues with optimism
Scott Carter fended off suggestions he has taken the equivalent of a `hospital pass' by inheriting chairmanship of the New Zealand Rugby League (NZRL), but the former policeman admits the game's rehabilitation is far from complete. Carter will be a central figure in the coordination of that process after being unveiled as Ray Haffenden's successor on Sunday.
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Harvey Norman Women in League
As well as kicking off the 2009 Harvey Norman State of Origin Series, Melbourne will tomorrow night play host to the first of the Harvey Norman Women in League events for the year.

More than 100 female volunteers and employees will gather with Melbourne Storm stars and NRL Chief Executive David Gallop at the Intercontinental Hotel before heading off to Etihad Stadium for the Harvey Norman State of Origin match between New South Wales and Queensland.

The night is the first of four Harvey Norman Women in League functions for the year and will pay tribute to the efforts of women who have been at the heart of the game’s development in Victoria.

One such woman is Selma Smith, who has dedicated more than 30 years to growing the game in Victoria, most recently as President of the Waverley Oakleigh Panthers with more than 750 junior and senior Rugby League players under her care.

“It’s been hard work establishing this game here but nothing beats the atmosphere at a Rugby League match,” she said.

Mr Gallop said the game’s One Community Program and Harvey Norman were committed to seeing the efforts of women in the game acknowledged.

“Women are often the backbone of the game from the grassroots right through to the Telstra Premiership level,” he said.

“From volunteers, coaches, full time development officers and Telstra Premiership support staff, to senior executives, journalists and board members, women are a part of the game’s success at every level.

“One Community has developed professional and volunteer awards to encourage more women to be a part of the game and help recognise the efforts of those who play such a key role at present.

“The Women in League events are designed to bring women in the game together, to say thank you and to inspire others to take part.”

The three remaining Women in League functions will be in Sydney on Tuesday, June 9, Brisbane on June 11 and the NSW Central Coast on June 17.

Posted Tuesday, June 2, 2009 by rlcm57

Big Artie should lead Roosters
The Roar - The appointment of Roosters legend Arthur Beetson to become assistant coach at the Bondi Junction club is a step in the right direction for a side struggling to find the necessary attitude and belief to climb off the bottom of the NRL ladder. However, if the Chooks really want to feel the passion of a man that is arguably the greatest forward of all time, they should make Beetson the head coach, and let Brad Fittler assume an assistant’s role at the club.
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NSW's paranoia began farce: Maroons
Blues officials have been forced to deny suggestions that fear of Queenslanders spying on their training was behind the NSW team's tardiness at a coaching clinic for victims of Victorian's bushfires as the mind games intensified before tomorrow night's series opener under a closed roof at Etihad Stadium.

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Trent Barrett steps in for shamed Gallen
Hedidn't know the words to Cronulla's team song three days ago, now Trent Barrett has been named the Sharks' new skipper after Paul Gallen sensationally quit.

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Stephen Wild convinced Huddersfield can topple St Helens - Carnegie Challenge Cup
Huddersfield back-row forward Stephen Wild is convinced the Giants can topple holders St Helens and go on to lift the Carnegie Challenge Cup for the first time for 56 years. Wild played the starring role as Huddersfield snatched a dramatic 16-14 quarter-final win over Castleford that has taken them to within 80 minutes of a second cup final appearance in three years.

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Being a Dragon worth more than money
St George Illawarra's re-signing of Brett Morris is expected to be quickly followed by the retention of NSW prop Justin Poore, who, like the winger, is believed to have accepted significantly less to remain a part of Wayne Bennett's Dragons.

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Beetson answers Roosters' SOS
Beleagured Roosters coach Brad Fittler has appointed Arthur Beetson as an assistant to create a more "positive" environment at the club for the rest of the season.

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Group One referee notches up 350 games
Evans Head publican Peter O'Connor has become the first referee to officiate in 350 first grade games in Group One and Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League

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The stats that will shut Hodges up
Justin Hodges has been sledging Michael Jennings all week about his defence. But as stats show, it's Hodges himself who should be running scared.

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No deal as Manly talks break down
Talks between warring Manly Sea Eagles' co-owners Max Delmege and Scott Penn have again collapsed, with their latest mediation session proving fruitless.

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Maroons happy to be Origin favourites
Queensland coach Mal Meninga says the Maroons have addressed their new-found tag as State of Origin favourites as they prepare for tomorrow's series opener at Etihad Stadium. Queensland and NSW completed their final public appearances at a fan breakfast in Melbourne's Federation Square yesterday.

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Three South West Mustangs to prove fitness for state titles
The South West Mustangs state rugby league title hopes have been dealt a blow with three players racing the clock to be fit. Roma veteran Wayne Collie has already been forced out of the team with a knee injury, but Brock Grayson (centre), Luke Brosnan (second row) and Dennis Burgoyne (bench) have all been struck with injury. The trio will be given until Wednesday to prove their fitness for this weekend’s state carnival to be held at Runaway Bay.

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UQ Hounds 18 QUT Trouts 16 URLQ Semi Final
The University of Queensland Hounds will be out for revenge this Saturday when they battle it out with the Griffith University Dragons in the 2009 Universities Rugby League Grand Final at Langlands Oval, Stones Corner. In a replay of the 2008 decider, the Hounds will this time go in as underdogs against a powerful Dragons line-up, with Griffith taking in a slight psychological advantage courtesy of their Round 1 victory over the Hounds. While Griffith coasted into this week’s grand final thanks to their minor premiership win, the Hounds qualified thanks to their hard fought 18-16 victory over the QUT Trouts on Monday night.
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Canberra Raiders 34 South Sydney Rabbitohs 18
A dominant performance from Canberra's big men has more than made up for the absence of Terry Campese, the Raiders shocking South Sydney 34-18 at ANZ Stadium.

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Gallen steps down as Sharks' captain
The Sharks can confirm reports that Paul Gallen resigned the captaincy at the club just a short while ago. In resigning from the position Gallen informed Sharks Chairman Barry Pierce that while he felt privileged to have held the role for the past two years he believed the decision he had made to relinquish the captaincy was in the best interests of the club and his teammates moving forward.

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The Knights Royal Shave
The entire Newcastle Knights First Grade squad, trainers and team officials will reveal all for a special cause this Thursday, when they shave their heads for Children’s Cancer at Westfield Kotara from 6.45pm. The Knights have opted for the new look in support of former team mate and Warriors prop, Jesse Royal, after his three year-old son, Matarae was recently diagnosed with stage three Burkitt’s lymphoma, a cancer of the immune system.

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Sean Long for Hull FC in 2010
Hull have signed St Helens scrum-half Sean Long on a two-year contract starting next season. The 32-year-old was recently given permission by Saints to speak to other clubs.

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Doncaster meeting rescheduled
A VITAL meeting which will decide the future of the cash-strapped Doncaster has been rescheduled to take place this week. Chief executive Dave Marshall was set to hold talks with the club's advisory consortium and Rugby League officials last Thursday in a bid to escape the threat of administration. But the meeting did not take place and it means fans will have to wait a little longer before finding out how the club will move forward. Administration is the likely option if financial backing, either from a consortium or a benefactor, is not forthcoming.

Arthur Beetson joins Sydney Roosters as an assistant coach
Sydney Roosters coach Brad Fittler has put premiership success before personal pride in enlisting the help of favourite son and rugby league Immortal Artie Beetson. Beetson on Monday signed on to be Fittler's assistant for the remainder of 2009, the two former Test captains to work side by side in attempting to resuscitate the club's on-field fortunes.

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State of Origin Series launch of a commemorative series photobook
Rugby League fans will have the chance to relive all the action and excitement from the 2009 Harvey Norman State of Origin Series with the launch of a commemorative series photobook only available at Harvey Norman.The first edition is in stores now and gives fans the chance to get up close and personal with the NRL’s Modern Day gladiators as they take to the Origin stage. Now available in all New South Wales and Queensland Harvey Norman stores for $39.95, edition one has the official QLD XXXX Maroons & NSW Aussie Blues team photos, individual player profiles, a history of State of Origin and the complete series results from 1980 – 2008.

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Dogs looked for the easy way out: Moore
Bulldogs coach Kevin Moore says his side panicked in its second-half comeback before going down 22-14 to Newcastle at EnergyAustralia Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

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Idris like Sonny Bill of old: Patten
Bulldogs fullback Luke Patten has likened Jamal Idris's impact on the NRL to that of former teammate Sonny Bill Williams. ...Read More

Bailey puts onus on the props
NSW prop Luke Bailey says he and Brent Kite have scores to settle in the State of Origin arena and it involves taking down Steve Price and Petero Civoniceva.

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Jets to Host North Sydney Bears Next Saturday
The Newtown Jets didn’t play this past weekend because of the split round in the NSW Cup competition, but the Jets return to Henson Park next Saturday (6th June) when they host the first leg of the 2009 Frank Hyde Shield series against North Sydney. The Frank Hyde Shield is currently held by the Bears and the Newtown Jets are super keen to bring the Shield back to Henson Park this year. The Jets-Bears showdown kicks off at 3.00pm.

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Wigan to honour Billy Boston
One of the stands at the JJB Stadium is to be named after a Wigan rugby legend. And while who exactly will be honoured is being kept secret for now, Billy Boston looks like the odds-on favourite.
Mr Whelan disclosed the plan as he talked about the changes that will take place at the ground this summer when it becomes the DW Stadium. It faces a major overhaul with the current venue sponsor's name to be seen everywhere - not just on giant signs on high but also on walls, etched into glass, printed on stationery and of course highly visible on three of the four stands' seats.

Morris signs major deal with Dragons
Wendell Sailor has got his wish with St George Illawarra retaining the services of fellow Dragons winger Brett Morris for a further three years.

Bellamy backs annual Origin in Melbourne
NSW coach Craig Bellamy wants an annual State of Origin in Melbourne, but that may all change as Qld gather more support among fans in the Victorian capital.

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Farah threat makes Maroons edgy
Rookie NSW hooker Robbie Farah's creativity has Queensland more than a little nervous ahead of Wednesday's State of Origin series opener.

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Regular seating for Melb State of Origin is now ‘sold-out’
All regular seating for Wednesday night’s Harvey Norman State of Origin Series opener at Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium is now ‘sold-out’, but some of ‘the best seats in the house’ are still available for purchase. The signage placement for this match at Etihad Stadium means that first three rows of the ‘lower-bowl’ are in fact sight restricted and these were released for sale only last Friday.

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Oldham assistant coach Leo Casey calls time
Leo Casey, assistant coach to Oldham Rugby League Club's reserve team, has left the club and turned his back on coaching because he is no longer enjoying it. A former prop with both Oldham Bears and the new Oldham club, Casey wasn't at Sedgley Park on Saturday to see a new-look Roughyeds second team record a resounding 52-10 win against the league leaders.

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Adam Watene's widow writes book of treasured memories
The widow of Wakefield Wildcats star Adam Watene is bringing together the treasured memories of fans, friends and team mates in a tribute book to her beloved husband. Moana Watene, speaking from Australia, told the YEP that putting the book together has helped her and their two young children come to terms with Adam's sudden death last year.
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Challenge for Cup
Does anyone out there really care about the rugby league Challenge Cup any more? Legends from seasons past must be disgusted at the way the game’s premier knockout competition is now viewed by many as nothing more than just a second-rate side attraction. Why has this been allowed to happen? Well for starters, all the best eggs have clearly been put into just one basket and the emphasis nowadays is solely on Super League and satellite dishes.
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Mackay Cutters' finals hopes nosedive
The Mackay Cutters shot themselves in the foot with arguably the worst performance of their short Queensland Cup history at the JRL grounds on Saturday night. The 30-0 loss to Ipswich Jets took their record losing streak to seven, kept them second last on the table and left them little to play for but their pride in the second half of the season.

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Huddersfield 16 Castleford 14
Huddersfield beat Castleford 16-14 to set up a clash with St Helens in the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup. Warrington face Wigan in the other tie.
Challenge Cup semi-finals
St Helens v Huddersfield
Wigan v Warrington
Ties to be played on August 8 and 9.

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Tongue to push through pain barrier
Canberra skipper Alan Tongue has revealed he will play with the aid of painkillers after the backrower was cleared to take on Souths despite a hand injury.

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Maroons ready to handle Blues fireworks
Queensland are prepared for an aggressive NSW pack to try anything in the Blues' desperation to avoid a fourth straight State of Origin series defeat.

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Fears that Kite may fly Sea Eagles' coop to England
After fighting his way back into the NSW Origin side after his snubbing last year, Test prop Brent Kite is the subject of speculation in Britain that this year's series could be his last after being linked with a move to Super League.

Dog day afternoon of sets, tries and video refs
The Bulldogs have decided it is a waste of time to complain about contentious video refereeing decisions that go against them.

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Hunger, desperation and a special talent for upsets
I love the upset. You think you know the result going in, but the events of the day turn out so very different.

Feathers fly as Maroons step up
If they'll wing a defenceless pigeon, what will the inspired Maroons do to the enemy, asks Brad Walter.

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Beware, it's the curse of game one
Lost among the talk of dynasties and domination is the fact that Queensland have limped - and twice lost - in the first Origin match of their three successive series wins.

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Once more with feeling for the Sharks
Laurie Daley grabbed his Fox Sports microphone before the low-on-the-ladder-somebody-shoot-me clash between Cronulla and Parramatta and said, "Exciting times for these two clubs." Yes, exciting times! So is a hole in the head! The only game of argy-bargy on Saturday night loomed as the lowlight of the season but Daley was trumpeting the appeal of watching a couple of battlers trying to jag a rare win.

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Smith's Islander fortress
When Brian Smith arrived at Newcastle like a low-pressure cell in 2007, most of the attention focused on the players who didn't last the tempest.

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Maroons' pack primed for a spot of biff from NSW
Queensland prepared for aggressive NSW pack to try anything in Blues' desperation to avoid fourth-straight state-of-origin series defeat.

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Old dog Stacey teaches new tricks as Benji comes home
IF THE dreadful weather meant that the contest of the old and the new, the last great Kiwis halfback against (hopefully) the next, never really transpired, the Warriors still saw this as a victory for Stacey Jones.

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Ray Haffenden must stand for NZRL election
The man who led the New Zealand Rugby League out of the wilderness has to stand for election to the new Sparc-managed board that will carry on his work. Chairman-in-limbo Ray Haffenden is one of three "proposed directors" Sparc will support when the sport's districts get to vote for the three places that are left on the board after the Government agency yesterday appointed four of the seven.
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Co-Operative RL Conference National Week 9 Reports and Fixtures
Gateshead Storm 16 Bramley 48 – Thunderdome, Gateshead Stadium
Bramley took their points difference to 200 up with another classy display in a match that was a curtain-raiser to Gateshead Thunder’s Carnegie Challenge Cup tie with St Helens.
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Co-Operative RL Conference Regional Week 5 - Reports and Fixtures
Results
RLC East 30 May
Northampton Casuals 66-8 Norwich City Saxons
Colchester Romans 24-0 Cambridge Eagles
Bury Titans 24-22 St Ives Roosters
RLC London & South
Swindon St George 52-10 Oxford Cavaliers
Guildford Giants 28-40 Southampton Spitfires
Kent Ravens 4-70 Greenwich Admirals
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Co-Operative RL Conference Premier Week 7 - Reports and Fixtures
Results
RLC Midlands Premier 30 May
Redditch Ravens 0-82 Birmingham Bulldogs
Telford Raiders 16-28 Gloucestershire W
Derby City 15-26 Leicester Phoenix
Bristol Sonics 42-20 Coventry Bears
RLC North West Premier
Rhyl Coasters 26-58 Blackpool Sea Eagles
Runcorn 46-36 Wigan Riversiders
Widnes Saints 44-20 New Broughton Rang
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Knights 22 Bulldogs 14
Newcastle held off a second half fightback to beat the Bulldogs 22-14 at EnergyAustralia in an NRL match again marred by controversial video referee rulings.

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Warriors lock out battling Tigers
The Warriors ground out a gutsy 14-0 win over the Tigers to break a five-game winless streak at a rainy and cold Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland on Sunday evening.

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Kite aiming to live up to billing for Blues
NSW prop Brent Kite says he wants to prove himself in the State of Origin arena and is determined to reproduce his Clive Churchill Medal performance for the Blues in the series opener on Wednesday night.

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New NZRL chairman announced
Former board member Scott Carter was named chairman of the restructured New Zealand Rugby League board.

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Wakefield 50 Celtic Crusaders 6
Wakefield secured an eighth Super League win with a 50-6 success against Celtic Crusaders.

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Jamaican Rugby League season began on Saturday
The Globe Insurance sponsored 2009 Jamaican Rugby League season began on Saturday (30th May) with a double header on the Rugby Pitch at Up Park Camp. Development Officer for Jamaica, Romeo Monteith commented, “This season looks set to be another successful year for the JRLA with teams from Kingston, St Andrew, St Catherine, St James and Westmoreland playing. We are excited about sending several players to England who will play alongside and against professionals in August. Rugby League is definitely on the rise in Jamaica.”

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Potter pleased with Saints progress
St Helens' 66-6 victory over Gateshead.

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Barrow 26 Sheffield 18
Barrow moved top of the Co-operative Championship with a 26-18 win over Sheffield at Craven Park.

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Mortimer debut one positive for Eels
Saturday's 13-10 defeat by Cronulla may have been a new low in a disappointing season for Parramatta fans, but Daniel Mortimer's NRL debut was one positive.

Kent Ravens shot down by the Admirals - Kent Ravens 4 v Greenwich Admirals 70 - Round 4: RL Conference, London & South-East Region - The Mortgage Life UK sponsored Kent Ravens may have been coming off a great win against then league leaders Swindon, but with a major amount of absentees from the first team squad due to work and holiday commitments the Kent squad was down struggling from the outset against local rivals Greenwich Admirals at New Ash Green.Read more..

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Queensland Cup Round 12 - 30th May
Burleigh Bears 30 (Robert Apanui 2, Adam Fielder, Daniel Isaac, Brent McConnell, Matt Pow tries; Nick Parfitt 3 goals) def Wynnum Manly 12 (Chris Currie, Matt Seamark tries; Matt Seamark 2 goals) at Pizzey Park.

Souths Logan 48 (James Stuart 2, Michael Brophy 2, Brad Cross 2, Sam Huihahau, Joel Thompson, Daniel Joyce tries; Phil Dennis 5, Brett Kelly goals) def Central Comets 12 (Guy Williams, Tyron Haynes tries; Nat Bowman 2 goals) at Blackwater.
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London Anzacs take Scandinavian Cup
Two visiting sides, London Anzacs and German development outfit Alpenstoff Deutschland, contested the inaugural Scandinavian Rugby League Cup, the Anzacs coming up with a 34-16 success to take the trophy.
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Brisbane Second Division
The first two Ted Beaumont Trophy matches for the year, in Northside 2 and Northside 3, were played at Davies Park in front of a crowd of approximately 700 spectators. In Northside 2, Dayboro scored four tries to none in the first half to lead Mitchelton 20-0 at half time. Mitchelton came back strongly in the second half scoring three tries to none, but Dayboro won the match 22-14. Dayboro move to 23 competition points, with Mitchelton staying on 15 points.
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CQ's NRL Bid Team launches on the Central Highlands
Central Queensland’s NRL Bid Team has turned to the Central Highlands for the first in a series of Regional Launches – aimed at widening community support for a CQ-based NRL team. In front of civic leaders and some well-known representatives of local industry, commerce and rugby league, the Central Highlands Regional Launch was held late Thursday afternoon at the offices of the Central Highlands Regional Council in Emerald.
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Warrington 25 Hull KR 24
Warrington coach Tony Smith was delighted with the result but disappointed by his side's performance after they pulled off a stunning 25-24 Carnegie Challenge Cup quarter-final win over Hull KR.

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Sharks end drought with win over Eels
Cronulla have ended a run of nine successive NRL defeats as the Sharks sealed a 13-10 victory over Parramatta in a dour NRL encounter at Parramatta Stadium.

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DavidGallop's letter to Des Hasler
David Gallop has fired off an angry letter to Manly, complaining about coach Des Hasler's attack on referee Matt Cecchin after last Sunday's controversial loss to the Titans. We're told Gallop described Hasler's behaviour as "the worst sportsmanship'' in all his time as NRL chief executive. The letter was addressed to Manly CEO Grant Mayer after Hasler went dangerously close to a $10,000 fine.

Hodges vows to give NSW Origin lesson
Queensland centre Justin Hodges has warned the Blues of all-out destruction out wide as he described his combination with superstar winger Israel Folau as the most deadly in the game.

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Freddy will see out year
Sydney Roosters chairman Nick Politis won't axe Brad Fittler this season, but he admits "time will tell" if the former Test skipper makes it as a long-term coach.

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Hazem sets another record … and looks for more
Hazem El Masri will today equal fellow Bulldogs legend Terry Lamb's record for the most grade games played - and has not ruled out adding another year's worth.

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Tuiaki prays for divine protection
Wests Tigers winger Taniela Tuiaki will pause just before kick-off in today's match against the Warriors, close his eyes and whisper to the heavens to pray for his own safety.

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Gallen out of Origin I
New South Wales lock Paul Gallen has withdrawn from next Wednesday's opening State of Origin clash because of a shoulder injury.

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Warriors must do better - fast: Jones
Warriors' halfback Stacey Jones says the side must improve, and fast.

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Sailor fired by wounded pride
Wendell Sailor has grown accustomed to being in the spotlight but is determined to turn the pain of Origin omission into St George's gain.

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