Monthly Archives: February 2012


The Roar

NRL v AFL - in the USA
Back Page Lead
Could Americans actually find the NRL more interesting than the AFL? Does rugby league have a bigger future in the US than Aussie Rules? The answer to those questions may be hard to ascertain, but suffice to say there's a very big chance that rugby ...
NRL and AFL can co-exist in Western SydneyThe Roar
Comrades from both codes back under-fire FolauBrisbane Times
The code-breaker - NRL plans flood of matches out westHerald Sun
AFL.com
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Full NAB squads for round two
Fox Sports
On The Couch is one of the most prestigious AFL magazine shows. It offers a weekly look at the news, views, drama and intrigue surrounding the AFL through the eyes of Gerard Healy, Mike Sheahan and Paul Roos. The award-winning program shows LIVE every ...

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AFL.com

Preview: Swans v Kangaross
AFL.com
Both had their moments in round one of the NAB Cup and it will be interesting to see how their partnership develops as they take on one of the AFL's best in Mumford. 2. Has coach Brad Scott tinkered things tactically since last time these sides met?
Can the Sydney Swans win the Premiership?The Roar
No joshing, Kennedy aims highSydney Swans

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Brisbane Times

Injured Lions AFL captain in good spirits
Sky News Australia
Injured Lions AFL captain in good spirits Updated: 14:19, Thursday March 1, 2012 Brisbane Lions AFL coach Michael Voss says captain Jonathan Brown is in good spirits and should return to training on Monday despite undergoing facial surgery for the ...
Testing times for devastated BrownFox Sports
Injured Lion Brown back for AFL 3rd roundSydney Morning Herald
Lions star Jonathan Brown to undergo neurological tests before return to AFLCourier Mail
Brisbane Times -AFL.com -The Canberra Times
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Sydney Morning Herald

Raiders are NRL contenders: Dugan
Sydney Morning Herald
Star fullback Josh Dugan says a belief Canberra have the makings of an NRL premiership-winning side was a major factor behind him committing to the club for another two seasons. Dugan, 21, will remain with the Raiders until at least the end of 2014 in ...
Dugan commits to new Raiders NRL dealSky News Australia

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Sydney Morning Herald

Raiders are NRL contenders: Dugan
BigPond Sport
By Crystal Ja AAP Thu, Mar 01, 2012 - 2:02 PM Star fullback Josh Dugan says a belief Canberra have the makings of an NRL premiership-winning side was a major factor behind him committing to the club for another two seasons. Dugan, 21, will remain with ...
Dugan commits to new Raiders NRL dealSky News Australia
Dugan wants a premiershipThe Canberra Times
The meal that sealed the deal: Dugan re-signsSydney Morning Herald
Fox Sports -Canberra Raiders
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Brisbane Times

Dugan commits to new Raiders NRL deal
Sky News Australia
Dugan commits to new Raiders NRL deal Updated: 14:59, Thursday March 1, 2012 Star fullback Josh Dugan says a belief Canberra have the makings of an NRL premiership-winning side was a major factor behind him committing to the club for another two ...
Raiders are NRL contenders: DuganSydney Morning Herald
Dugan wants a premiershipThe Canberra Times
Dugan staying in CanberraFox Sports

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NRL.COM

Last minute Toyota NRL Dream Team tips
NRL.COM
With just hours to go before the first whistle in the 2012 Telstra Premiership season, resident Toyota NRL Dream Team expert Rob Bruns is on hand to give you the last minute tips to setting up your team. Rob Bruns knows what it feels like to take out ...
Dream Team Watch: Round 1BigPond Sport

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Sydney Morning Herald

Lake says he's fine with ex-AFL coach Eade
Sydney Morning Herald
Western Bulldogs star Brian Lake admits his relationship with former coach Rodney Eade was strained at times during the 2011 AFL season. But Lake holds no grudge against Eade, who was sacked before the end of the season and is now part of Collingwood's ...
Brian's BackWestern Bulldogs

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The Age

Injured Lions AFL captain in good spirits
Sydney Morning Herald
Brisbane Lions AFL coach Michael Voss says captain Jonathan Brown is in good spirits and should return to training on Monday despite undergoing facial surgery for the third time in 12 months. There were fears for Brown's playing future after he ...
Testing times for devastated BrownFox Sports
Injured Lion Brown back for AFL 3rd roundBrisbane Times
Lions star Jonathan Brown to undergo neurological tests before return to AFLCourier Mail
AFL.com -WA today -The Canberra Times
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Late Broncos change for NRL opener
Ninemsn
NRL Footy ShowFatty and the gang bring you an entertaining look at rugby league.AFL Footy ShowAustralia's favourite team takes you through the week in AFL. Brisbane have been forced to make a late change to their NRL squad to play Parramatta on Friday ...

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The Roar

NRL: Wait finally over for season to begin
New Zealand Herald
Jamie Soward and the Dragons open the NRL season against the Knights. Photo / Getty Images Record rains could yet prove a dampener, but NRL officials are banking on a blockbuster opening to the 2012 season to continue the code's march into a bold new ...
Wait finally over for NRL season startSydney Morning Herald
DAVID GALLOP: This is the most significant season in NRL historyThe Roar

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The West Australian

Former AFL star charged with hooning
Sydney Morning Herald
The 34-year-old ex-AFL forward had several brush-ins with the law during his compelling 13-year football career. Last month Farmer was intercepted by police allegedly driving more than 45km/h over the speed limit in a 60km/h zone on Dampier Road, ...
Ex-AFL star Jeff Farmer faces hoon, drink-driving offencesHerald Sun

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Stuff.co.nz

Pearce in awe of Roosters NRL pack
Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Roosters halfback Mitchell Pearce is in awe of his team's forward pack, particularly their front-row rotation which he believes is up there with the best in the NRL. The NSW State of Origin No.7 said the foundation club had thrived during a ...
Johns claims Sonny Bill will rejoin NRLStuff.co.nz
Rabbitohs v Roosters previewBigPond Sport
Smith happy to dream of Sonny Bill in red, white and blueThe Age
3News NZ
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NRL Q&A with Laurie Daley
Fox Sports
By staff writers Laurie Daley ... quiz the rugby league commentator from 11am (EDT) on March 1. Source: Miles Cox / Fox Sports Fox Sports rugby league commentator Laurie Daley nailed his colours to the mast with his team-by-team preview to the 2012 NRL ...
TAB Sport bets on the Warriors' good formSportsPro Media

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Rugby League tackles domestic violence
BigPond Sport
Rugby League will deliver a powerful message on tackling domestic violence to grassroots clubs Australia-wide following yesterday's launch of a State Government initiative by NSW Minister for Sport and Recreation, the Hon Graham Annesley MP.


The Age

Hayne trains on eve of NRL clash
Sky News Australia
Hayne trains on eve of NRL clash Updated: 11:43, Thursday March 1, 2012 Parramatta's Jarryd Hayne hasn't given up on playing in the Eels' NRL opener against Brisbane with the star fullback completing a training session on Thursday morning.
Hayne trains on eve of Broncos' NRL clashSydney Morning Herald
NRL 2012: Five who need to fireTVNZ
Eels coach Stephen Kearney says fullback Jarryd Hayne is still a hope of ...Herald Sun
NEWS.com.au -Sportal.com.au
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Sydney Morning Herald

Roff set to link board, players
Sydney Morning Herald
The ACT Brumbies will move away from having a current player on the ACT Rugby Union board and task Super Rugby great Joe Roff with adding input from the players' perspective. The Canberra Times understands Roff is likely to be appointed as the new ...

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Sydney Morning Herald

Dugan commits to Raiders in new NRL deal
Sydney Morning Herald
Star fullback Josh Dugan says the potential in the Canberra Raiders team is the main reason why he's agreed to a new two-year contract with the NRL club. Dugan has ended months of speculation by agreeing to stay in the national capital until the end of ...
Dugan wants a premiershipThe Canberra Times
Dugan staying in CanberraFox Sports
Dugan re-signs with the RaidersCanberra Raiders

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Eurosport.com AU

Hayne trains on eve of Broncos' NRL clash
Brisbane Times
Parramatta's Jarryd Hayne hasn't given up on playing in the Eels' NRL opener against Brisbane with the star fullback completing a training session on Thursday morning. Hayne has a hamstring injury and was left out of the Eels side named to play the ...
NRL 2012: Five who need to fireTVNZ
Suspect Sandow 'Eels weakest link'NEWS.com.au
Parramatta Eels v Brisbane BroncosSydney Morning Herald
NRL.COM -Courier Mail -Herald Sun
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