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A well-known and respected NRL commentator, Jimmy Smith played professional rugby league in an 11-year career that included stints in both the NRL with the Roosters, Western Suburbs and South Sydney, and England's Super League with Salford. He earned over 150 first grade caps before hanging up the boots and switching to the commentary box. You can find him on Twitter @ThatJimmySmith
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A couple of weeks ago I picked my Queensland team for State of Origin I to be played at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday the…
Ok, I know. I know. There are still nearly two months and 48 games before State of Origin teams are to be selected, but…
Okay, let's get murky. Underworldly. Pop the hood of the NRL and the life of its players and see exactly what is under there.…
Basic maths tells you that 16 into eight just don't go. The problem with that is, as of right now, there are 16 teams…
It didn't quite break the internet but there was a quiet murmur that recently went around the rugby league social media swirl. It came…
Whether you're a fan of the Auckland Nines (Brad Fittler) or not (Phil Gould, Brian Fletcher) it doesn't matter. All 16 NRL teams will…
I think you are going a little strong Marc when you say the sport is addicted to gambling. The code is attractive to punters and therefore has an obligation to 1. maintain it’s integrity and 2. maximise revenues from that popularity. These are not mutually exclusive desires.
What rugby league can learn from Tim Simona's sad story
You could argue strongly that in a number of cases that is in fact true Perry.
What rugby league can learn from Tim Simona's sad story
Regulation of the gambling industry is a must. This is the case in Australia. The NRL would be derelict in its duty to grow the game if it knocked back the money from bookmakers. It is a fine line but one that all sports tread carefully.
What rugby league can learn from Tim Simona's sad story
Joe I agree with all of what you said here.
The teams making the NRL's top eight in 2017
I thought Keary was at the heart of a lot of the good stuff that the Rabbitohs did at the end of last year.
The teams making the NRL's top eight in 2017
Cordner, JWH….everyone fit for the season. Big change to last year.
Mitchell in the centers too….Gordon will be good for him.
The teams making the NRL's top eight in 2017
Broncos out with the Sharks….Friday nights in Brisbane help (alot). Milford and Hunt’s early season perfromances will be crucial.
The teams making the NRL's top eight in 2017
Good to be here Max.
That is Bernie Gurr at the Eels – he was CEO at the Roosters when I was there and he is a fine appointment for them. I think the loss of Junior Paulo is significant but other than that it is a good forward pack at Parramatta. Nathan Brown is a good addition – he played better than I thought he could at Souths last year.
If Billy hurts his shoulder again he will retire – any thing other than that and he will continue to play.
The teams making the NRL's top eight in 2017
Yes Johnno you are right, but overall as a sum of the two would just miss out.
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
Hughes and Mortimer families hard to beat Vincent.
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
Love it The Barry, Allan Fitzgibbon to coach, Craig his assistant?
Bernie Gurr CEO, Marty Gurr Football Manager?
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
Thanks Max. Enjoy writing – can be challenging but that is the point right??!!
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
And I am sure that sort of nepotism takes place in rugby league like it does in all other sports and all other walks of life.
Works both ways as well Mike, as we can see by the John Cartwright letter. I was speaking just the other day with a former international who is an ex teammate of mine who was bemoaning the treatment of his son by a junior rugby league.
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
Not yet DOUBLES…..
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
Eric and Eric considered Johnno but didn’t make the 5. Sattler, Raper and Lang all came close as well.
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
Ha no sidestep Jason. There were many that fitted the bill but you have to go with the top 5. I think that the development of Nathan Cleary could see him move on to this list eventually. And remember it is a combined score of father and son(s). When you have an absolute legend like Steve Rogers and a very, very good son like Mat makes them hard to beat.
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
I have heard the same Will – that Bailey Sironen is a serious talent.
The next article could be Younger brothers dominance over older brothers….Sironen, Johns, Smith (Darren and Jason)….
Good genes and upbringing or just plain luck? The NRL's best father-son combos
James – or is it Jimmy – please – compliments will get you everywhere!!
Have a good weekend
JIMMY SMITH: Footy's back, and there's no easy winner at the Auckland Nines
Thanks Patrick. Will be better for the run next time!
JIMMY SMITH: Footy's back, and there's no easy winner at the Auckland Nines
Post it WB.
JIMMY SMITH: Footy's back, and there's no easy winner at the Auckland Nines
Will have to correct you again WB – my last game of footy was at University Oval No. 2 (or at altitude as we used to call it!) Playing the Easts Beasts in about Rd 4 of the competition I had my nose splattered across my face. That told me it was time to pull the pin on contact sport!
JIMMY SMITH: Footy's back, and there's no easy winner at the Auckland Nines
Spending increased dramatically in Smith’s time at the NRL but at the same time revenues increased exponentially as well. Revenues are set to increase exponentially again with the new broadcast deal starting in 2018. I would be very surprised if the NRL took out a loan any time soon. Tapped the Future Fund – yes. Loan – doubtful.
What rugby league can learn from Tim Simona's sad story