Darren Lockyer says now is the right time for him to retire from rugby league Courier Mail MY FIRST game of rugby league was at Wandoan State School, playing under-10s in bare feet. I don't know for sure, but I think it was the boys from Taroom as the opposition to our team. We wore maroon as luck would have it. I played in the centres and ... |
 Brisbane Times | The numbers stack up for retiring Lockyer Brisbane Times Most NRL games. "It's pretty extraordinary. I don't know a time in the game's history where a player has dominated in so many areas," rugby league historian David Middleton said. "It's a result of longevity to a degree, but to be at the top level for ... International NRL a waste of time Steve Deane: Lockyer truly the greatest player of all Darren Lockyer set to play last ever rugby league game - finally |
 3News NZ | Darren Lockyer's parents arrive in England for his final game, the Four ... Courier Mail GOLD Coast Titans boss Michael Searle insists the club is not for sale, amid speculation the Papua New Guinea NRL bid could buy in to the franchise. PHONE calls from Mal Meninga and Tim Sheens ended Darren Lockyer's retirement thoughts almost before ... Four Nations Final: Aussie legend Darren Lockyer hopes to bow out with win ... Four Nations Final preview Teams know how to send off Lockyer |
Royce Simmons now supporting the Poms Herald Sun Roycey believes Graham will blitz it in the NRL - the Englishman's only likely problem being the pre-season heat, "especially being a redhead". DARREN Lockyer has anointed Cameron Smith the next Aussie skipper as the veteran prepares for his final Test ... |
 TripleM Sydney | International NRL a waste of time sportsnewsfirst When examining the stories to come out during the tournament, the vast majority have been NRL related - with the fallout of Des Hasler and Manly prompting reaction from Australian players in camp. Like each year there have been heartwarming tales ... Darren Locker Vs. Wally Lewis: Who Is The Greatest Qld Player Ever? Darren Lockyer set to play last ever rugby league game - finally Final a fitting farewell for Lockyer |
 BigPond News | Final a fitting farewell for Lockyer Sky News Australia He acknowledges it's going to be tough to adjust but says the imminent arrival of his second child in January is the perfect distraction to help adapt to life away from the spotlight at the NRL's highest-profile club. 'I don't think for one minute this ... Darren Lockyer set to play last ever rugby league game - finally Locky's probably the best we've seen LOCKYER SET FOR FINAL FAREWELL |
We didn't stall commission: Newcastle Knights Herald Sun THERE is hope the NRL commission could be in place before Christmas after the clubs agreed a much-reduced financial package. AT long last, rugby league's march towards independence is almost over after the 16 NRL clubs agreed to sign club licences with ... |
Darren Lockyer's top five tour moments Herald Sun WE'VE had his last NRL game, last home game, last Origin game, last Origin game at home and last Test in Australia. When will it end? DARREN Lockyer has revealed how calls for his sacking as Broncos and Queensland captain led to his re-emergence as ... |
Darren Lockyer set to play last ever rugby league game - finally Herald Sun Right through his final year of rugby league, Lockyer has maintained the team and football come before his individual milestones and that attitude will continue into the Four Nations decider. "The footy has always been my priority," Lockyer said. ... Locky's probably the best we've seen |
Codes unite against AFL Sky News Australia Australian Rugby Union boss John O'Neill has pushed aside more than 100 years of animosity to take up arms alongside rugby league in the fight against the AFL in Sydney's west. Mortal enemies for more than a century, O'Neill called on rugby league and ... |
League games at WIN Stadium in 2012 Illawarra Mercury Unlike the NRL, NSW Cup crowds can be managed without the financial disadvantage created by the stalled development. The Cup coup is sure to whet the appetite of rugby league fans in the absence of Dragons matches. Cronulla Sutherland have a close ... WIN Stadium's woes will be Jubilee Oval's gains Tickets on Sale For Trial Against Cowboys |
Matthews leads away the NRL stars of the future Mudgeee Guardian Some of the future NRL players will begin a one month tour of France and the United Kingdom under the guidance of Mudgee's super coach Col Matthews. Matthews is one of the coaches for rugby league at the Australian Institute of Sport. ... |
 Sydney Morning Herald | Rugby League's independence day nears The Australian RUGBY League's long-awaited independent commission moved a step closer to realisation with the 16 NRL clubs agreeing to a funding proposal for the 2012 season. The clubs today agreed to sign licences to compete in next year's competition, accepting an ... NRL clubs declare a truce as they agree to sign licences with new ARL Commission clubs near agreement on funding NRL clubs agree to new funding proposal |
Sydney Morning Herald | NRL clubs declare a truce as they agree to sign licences with new ARL Commission Herald Sun AT long last, rugby league's march towards independence is almost over after the 16 NRL clubs agreed to sign club licences with the new ARL Commission. Following a meeting of club chairmen and chief executives with the eight commissioners today, ... NRL clubs agree to sign licences Off the Wall IC set for kick-off as clubs near agreement on funding |
 Brisbane Times | NRL clubs declare a truce as they agree to sign licences with new ARL Commission The Daily Telegraph AT long last, rugby league's march towards independence is almost over after the 16 NRL clubs agreed to sign club licences with the new ARL Commission. Following a meeting of club chairmen and chief executives with the eight commissioners today, ... clubs near agreement on funding Clubs agree to sign Licence Agreements IC set for kick-off as clubs near agreement on funding |
 Sydney Morning Herald | Focus on Boyd paying off for Kangaroos NRL.COM Tweaking the Kangaroos' game plan to suit new fullback Darius Boyd has paid big dividends heading into Saturday's rugby league Four Nations final. Boyd was magnificent in the 56-14 win against Wales on Sunday, repeatedly torching the defence with his ... Cooper Cronk scores three tries as Kangaroos crush Wales Kangaroos overcome spirited Welsh outfit Kangaroos made to fight by brave Wales |
 Sydney Morning Herald | Coaching merry-go-round robs grand final rematch of key combatants Sydney Morning Herald After a drama-plagued off-season, which still has plenty of time to unravel a few more surprises before March 1, the stars have aligned and the NRL is poised for a record-breaking opening to 2012. Hasler's Bulldogs will travel to the foot of the ... NRL: Warriors confirm return to Whangarei Warriors have pre-season match in Whangarei Whangarei to host Warriors trials again |
Monday NRL & Footy Wrap League Unlimited The Board of the Parramatta National Rugby League Club met tonight to receive the report of an inquiry initiated on 6 October, 2011. The inquiry was convened to investigate whether there were any probity issues concerning the administration of the ... Members Reap the Benefits of our 18 Days of Prizes |
 Code13 Rugby League News | Hodkinson, Hasler renew NRL acquaintance Ninemsn "One of the most pleasing aspects with rugby league is working with players and it's working with people and it's getting people to realise their potential and bringing that potential about." Potential is not in short supply at Canterbury, ... Hasler's first-day jitters disappear Des Hasler no top Dog in this kennel Brett Stewart misses Manly get-out deadline |
 NRL.COM | Transfer Lounge: Titanic shift - Idris to left centre NRL.COM Explosive edge runner Jamal Idris is headed for a new home on the left side of the rugby league field as the Titans look to rebound from their horrific 2011 season. It had been anticipated that high-profile signing Idris would play at right centre for ... |