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Laughter is the best medicine. A picture of me after meeting funnyman Peter Berner - taken at a Souths vs Rooster match in 2010.
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NRL Supercoach mania is back in full swing, and once again is taking hold of its addicts as a wave of unfamiliar faces attempt…
Just over two years ago I stood in awe when the Cowboys scored on the siren to level the scores in the 2015 grand…
Fond memories of my days in the school yard have brought about a idea for the two largest winter sport codes of our nation.…
Most contact sports throughout the world hand down suspensions for on-field indiscretions based upon precedence and the severity of the act. The NRL refereeing…
The salary cap provides an even playing field for clubs, regardless if they are flushed with cash or scraping the bottom of the barrel.…
Why should the result of an NRL match be set in stone upon the completion of the final play after the full time siren…
A growing proportion of rugby league fans' discontent arrives on a weekly basis in the form of contentious decisions by referees. “The ref cost…
In recent years there has been much debate regarding the expansion of the NRL competition with reference to the amount of teams, perceived amalgamations,…
All of the recent comebacks in the past few weeks have sent a pulse to the brain, and a string of memories to one…
After witnessing two spectacular games of State of Origin over the past three weeks, I’ve decided to put pen to paper and select an…
[caption id="attachment_44353" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Queensland player Darren Lockyer kicks ahead during State of Origin 1. AAP Image/Dave Hun"][/caption] I recently posted a comment regarding…
In another thrilling finale, the West Tigers have been temporarily spared the official role as the 2010 chokers. Scores looked like they would be…
[caption id="attachment_23854" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Will Chambers (Melb) scores the 1st try NRL - 2009 Preliminary Finals Melbourne Storm vs Brisbane Broncos Etihad Stadium, Melbourne…
There are two rule changes which I think are worthy of the NRL's consideration: Outlawing of the scrum and introduction of the kick-start; and…
I once shared a place opposite Manly Wharf with a good mate called Evan Thomas!
Haven’t seen or heard from him in over 25 years.
Will the NRL continue to insult our intelligence?
The other 33 players on the ground, their friends, their families, their fans, and me!
Historically the winner of the accolade should be portrayed accordingly.
Future discussions regarding Immortals will be skewed based upon these false awards.
Will the NRL continue to insult our intelligence?
Betting is only one of the components that I’m disillusioned by.
State of Origin swings around 3 times a year.
Some gifted players never get the opportunity to play in a Grand Final, let alone have the chance to have their name etched into history as The Clive Churchill medalist.
The award should be about as subjective as winning The Gold Medal in figure skating at The Olympics, or any other outcome that’s selected by judges.
Will the NRL continue to insult our intelligence?
Matt Prior played a gem of a game, and his lead-up efforts throughout the finals series were unbelievably good for a veteran. He was exceptionally good for The Dragons in their 2010 premiership as well.
Cameron Smith though, was my 2nd pick for best on ground though. He tackled himself to a standstill, and his craftiness and never say die attitude almost got The Storm over the line.
Had the Storm won, then there’s a good possibility that the selectors would have snubbed him because he was on the nose at the time with Channel Nine and The NRL over the McKinnon incident.
Will the NRL continue to insult our intelligence?
Well done on the tipping comp this year Curtis – lots of insight with an entertaining slant – thanks.
The GF sets up an interesting last week with 2 points on offer with The Powerplay.
Incredibly 5 tipsters are still in the hunt to claim top honours.
Lionel Watters 169 or Ray Smith 168 can both win the comp outright whilst Wayne Mosher 167, Gavin Franklin 167, and bjp 167 are still a chance of sharing the title.
Good luck to all of you.
The Roar's NRL expert tips and predictions: Grand Final
The Broncs are busted.
I expect an early retirement announcement from Wayne.
The passion no longer seems to be there.
Sydney Roosters vs Brisbane Broncos highlights: NRL scores, blog
Tips are still not correct from last week Curtis. The last game has not been tallied.
This week everyone has tipped exactly the same. 8 games in total as well. Is that a record?
One thing I can guarantee is that no expert is going to get a perfect round.
The Roar's NRL expert tips and predictions: Round 20
Curtis – Monday nights game has still not been counted in this weeks tipping scores.
The Roar’s computer guru needs to take a gander at the program.
Cheers
The Roar's NRL expert tips and predictions: Round 18 (+ Bonus Origin tips)
Why was that moderated? Suggesting that this article was just as boring as SOO and that I required a Nana-nap. Pffffffft.
How the Blues can maybe but probably not win
Rein, Peats, Ennis, and Parcell are head and shoulders above Farah this year.
I’d select Josh Reynolds over all of them though. He has the ability, energy, and commitment to alter the outcome of an Origin game. He’s a niggler that Queenslanders would rather not play against.
The dawning of a new Origin era - and it's all Blue
Not sure if the Saints can handle an extra 3 penalties per game against them.
Knights captain Sims signs three-year deal with Dragons, may move mid-season
Warriors set to announce GlaxoSmithKline as a major sponsor for 2017
Warriors silent on drug claims
Panthers 23 – Broncos 22 (Round 3)
St George 14 – Panthers 12 (Round 4)
St George 13 – Broncos 12 (Round 6)
Here’s some footage of the Dragons in action for your missing scene!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy3lG2BxvRI
NRL Thursday Night Forecast: Broncos vs Dragons
Yep, Rex was special like that. He’d remove any doubt for the kiddies watching the game.
It makes me wish Controversy Corner was still on.
Forget the mess, rugby league needs to bring back the scrum
Replies in a thick New York accent ” So they hunker down in that big ugly looking thing, just so they can change possession? You Aussies sure are a weird lot. Why don’t those fellas in that scrum thingy just stand on the sideline? It’d be the same result pal, and they wouldn’t look so god-damned stupid.”
Then at the 65th minute mark after you’ve talked the defence of The Dogs up.
“But is zero plays zero a typical scoreline at this point of the match?” 😉
Forget the mess, rugby league needs to bring back the scrum
Certainly Pat.
1. Be good to your Mum
2. Gamble responsibly
3. When in doubt, take the home team
The Roar’s NRL expert tips and predictions: Round 6
That brings back some memories.
St George had Brian Johnson and Brian Johnston at Fullback and Centre.
A dead-set nightmare for those calling the game.
Forget the mess, rugby league needs to bring back the scrum
O.K – let’s pretend I’ve just arrived from America and as your guest, I’m at my first ever game of Rugby League. We’re watching The Dogs and The Saints going toe to toe.
You’ve explained the basics of the game to me, no forward passes, six tackles etc, and its looking a little like American Football to me.
All of a sudden the ball finds its way across the touchline, a scrum forms, and I ask you the following question.
“What are these blokes doing hugging each other”?
Forget the mess, rugby league needs to bring back the scrum
Ha ha, classic. Eliminating the scrum was my goal.
What’s that definition of madness? It’s when you keep doing the same thing, and expect a different result.
A further 6 years on and nobody has yet to come up with a sound concept of how to fix or replace the rugby league scrum. What an embarrassment to the game.
Forget the mess, rugby league needs to bring back the scrum
Barry you lying #!@*!
Near on 6 years ago, you said that my idea of a kick-start to replace the scrum was the daftest idea you ever heard!
Forget the mess, rugby league needs to bring back the scrum
Is Reynolds the reincarnation of John Hopoate?
I thought Dogs sniffed butts before taking action.
Raiders upset Bulldogs at Belmore
Spot on Rene.
My big bet on The Raiders finishing top 4 is meandering into life.
Raiders upset Bulldogs at Belmore
I am loathe to comprehend how man made religions continue to persuade the gullible into following their indoctrination, when modern science and technology can clearly refute their biblical lies.
The earth is flat Hoppa, and Noah collected more than 2 million species of animals on a boat that he a few people built. He somehow acquired them from native lands like Australia, and then dropped all of them back to their country of origin after a world wide flood. Comedy gold.
The 7 day calendar is man-made. Do the research. Sunday only exists in your mind.
Do not allow these cults and their fairy-tale falsehoods to relieve you of your hard earned income. It’s time to wake up.
SundayGate through the eyes of a Mormon
Caffeine – yet they drink Milo which contains caffeine.
SundayGate through the eyes of a Mormon
Here’s the full list of recipients since the award was renamed after Churchill in 1986
1986 Peter Sterling
1987 Cliff Lyons
1988 Paul Dunn
1989 Bradley Clyde
1990 Ricky Stuart
1991 Bradley Clyde
1992 Allan Langer
1993 Brad Mackay
1994 David Furner
1995 Jim Dymock
1996 Geoff Toovey
1997 Robbie O’Davis
1998 Gorden Tallis
1999 Brett Kimmorley
2000 Darren Lockyer
2001 Andrew Johns
2002 Craig Fitzgibbon
2003 Luke Priddis
2004 Willie Mason
2005 Scott Prince
2006 Shaun Berrigan
2007 Greg Inglis
2008 Brent Kite
2009 Billy Slater
2010 Darius Boyd
2011 Glenn Stewart
2012 Cooper Cronk
2013 Daly Cherry-Evans
2014 Sam Burgess
2015 Jonathon Dean Thurston
2016 Luke Lewis
Will the NRL continue to insult our intelligence?