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Stuart is a sport and media fanatic who has been on both ends of the phone, spending many years as a sports media manager before going freelance and writing for sporting sites, newspapers and magazines. Growing up catching trains and buses to Leichhardt, North Sydney and Redfern Ovals he developed a lifelong love of rugby league that included playing, watching, coaching and writing about the sport. Stuart currently lives in Athens Greece where he coaches a local rugby league club while keeping a sharp eye on all things NRL. On Twitter @discomclennan
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The sold out sign was posted on the Wests Tigers' social media accounts at 7pm on Sunday night. The Grand Old Lady, the Eighth…
Last season it was Ivan Cleary’s ‘Wests Tigers or Penrith’ coaching drama that was played out in the media in the last few rounds…
We Wests Tigers fans can be a bitter and vindictive lot. Our emotions have been fueled by perceived mismanagement by officials, exiting juniors and,…
The crowd of over 19,000 at Central Coast Stadium on the weekend is further evidence the locals deserve their own NRL team rather than…
This could be construed as jumping the gun nine weeks out, but we can put a line through the claims of 13 NRL clubs…
If I was in a position to pick 17 Robbie Farahs in the Wests Tigers team on game day I would consider it. Not…
“So here we go again Manly and Parra...” remember the jingle back in 1984? If, like me, you were around for the airing of…
There was a time when I was cold on Benji Marshall. I thought he had become a selfish, underperforming, overrated rugby league player. It…
After the NSW Blues hit back in a big way in Perth to lock the series up, the decider in Sydney could only be…
The modern NRL coach speaks a lot about effort in post match interviews. When the NSW and Queensland coaches were asked for a reason…
The rugby league world is a bit like the sport of water polo. Spectacular and dynamic above the surface. Below the waterline a different…
Somewhat puzzling news broke in the lead-up to the announcement of the NSW Blues team. The man who is arguably the best centre in…
Chris Lawrence’s 2019 season started earlier than expected. The man they call ‘Rowdy’ came back on Friday night against Canberra, after a horrific preseason…
State of Origin eve was like the night before Christmas back in the day. To be honest, it was bigger than the grand final…
The ideal environment for Nathan Cleary to regain his former glory is a temporary change of coach and teammates. He will have that luxury…
A van offering souvlaki and gyros fed the fans last weekend at New River Stadium, London. The Greek rugby league team was in town…
We all know the drill with politicians around election time. Suddenly the local school and hospital are promised that much needed funding after a…
Generally I don’t hold much truck with the nostalgic rants of former players lamenting that the game was tougher and more skilful back in…
Less than one week after participating in the launch of a slick, new 30,000-seat stadium in the geographic centre of Sydney, the Wests Tigers…
Coaching the Roosters is not an easy gig. They are a club that measures success in terms of premierships and grand finals. Not making…
Pretty sure Leichhardt and Campbelltown were still unavailable as they were World Cup training venues
'It's not about me': Benji deflects praise as Api breaks Tigers' 10-game drought with help from the crossbar to sink Dolphins
Sadly they actually don’t
ANALYSIS: Ravalawa's strange night as Dragons win basement battle and condemn Tigers to spoon
Grant Mayer? Pretty sure he left years ago and is working in Adelaide with horse racing. Or are you talking about JP the Las Vegas car dealer?
ANALYSIS: The Tigers are a rabble, Doueihi is not a fullback and the Broncos are a serious threat
Doueihi and Laurie in fact. As I’m sure you know rugby league is not just attack. Fifita did some good things with the ball but got caught out a couple of times and I’m sure opposition coaches will target your man.
ANALYSIS: 'I don't think they won it as much as we lost it': Long way to go for Sheens as Tigers' new era starts with a loss
ANALYSIS: 'I don't think they won it as much as we lost it': Long way to go for Sheens as Tigers' new era starts with a loss
Correct
25 in 25: Best UK imports of NRL era - Moz, Gaz and Sam to the record-breaking winger who never scored a try
Smart Signings: Warriors boxed clever with their coach but no amount of recruitment can fix them for 2023
Webster has actually coached first grade albeit as an interim replacement at Wests Tigers.
Smart Signings: Warriors boxed clever with their coach but no amount of recruitment can fix them for 2023
Cheika makes some very good points. Tony Rea was on the coaching staff at the Brumbies. Not a player there as far as I know.
'The fundamentals don’t change': How Michael Cheika is adapting Union tactics to League - and winning
Balanced comment and good insight into both sides of the joint venture.
How can the Wests Tigers reach their potential?
Paul – the Eels are on track for a top 4 spot and Moses has been consistent this year as opposed to other seasons. His stats are good.
Holy Moses! Why Mitchell is now the real deal
They have been very good Elliot and much improved from last year. I wrote an article on Tom T and Manly recently.
They will play finals and win a game or two. Just don’t see them as a premiership team this year. We will see if I am in the money in October.
Then there were three – and the green vote is rapidly gaining momentum
I have been impressed with Manly Geoff particularly considering where they have come from last season but for premiers it’s a 3 team race for me.
Then there were three – and the green vote is rapidly gaining momentum
We can talk about 5 or 6 teams that will be playing finals Baz but sometimes you want a make a call and this is mine. We will know in 8-9 weeks whether I am on the mark.
Then there were three – and the green vote is rapidly gaining momentum
It will be the ultimate test, particularly the next two weeks. I’m backing them to come out in the top 4
Then there were three – and the green vote is rapidly gaining momentum
Blake’s defence was not his best asset either
Then there were three – and the green vote is rapidly gaining momentum
Manly have been good and wil, play finals but I don’t think they have enough to win the comp
Then there were three – and the green vote is rapidly gaining momentum
I believe they have never won at Leichhardt
Wests Tigers vs North Queensland Cowboys: NRL Thursday night forecast
Agree the women’s game is the participation growth area for rugby league Mary. Starting to make waves here in Greece.
Leeds Rhinos women win the Challenge Cup final
To be honest I didn’t realise we should be double dipping Papi
The Roar’s NRL expert tips and predictions: Round 20
Cook has credited him for playing a mentor role when he was at Souths which goes against the selfish player perception that is in some people’s minds.
What did fans really expect from Robbie Farah?
A lot of emotion seems to come into play for some when assessing Robbie’s playing ability. These stats are interesting
What did fans really expect from Robbie Farah?
Like that day at Leichhardt with Anthony Watts it consumes him.
What did fans really expect from Robbie Farah?
At least he is honest about his feelings and not vanilla Barry
What did fans really expect from Robbie Farah?
Not sure I am always “missing out” by not seeing some of Steve’s late night ramblings Haha
Don't blame Latrell for picking the Koori Knockout over the Kangaroos - ask why the Roos brand is so devalued