National Rugby League

Neuroscientist Advocates for Doctors at Sports Events

LeagueNews.co8:11, November 14, 20258:11, November 14, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick One of Australia's foremost concussion researchers is urging the National Rugby League (NRL) to enhance its safety protocols to prevent players from competing after sustaining concussions...

Witzer Pre-Season Challenge 2026 Schedule Unveiled

LeagueNews.co5:41, November 14, 20255:41, November 14, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe 2026 Draw Debrief: Witzer Pre-Season schedule revealed The Witzer Pre-Season Challenge is back in 2026, offering footy enthusiasts an early glimpse into the performance of their...

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Australia's Criticism of Nathan Cleary Persists

LeagueNews.co14:57, November 13, 202514:57, November 13, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy Nathan Cleary and Australia's Manufactured Tall Poppy Syndrome Only in Australia can the national rugby league side win 30 to 8, complete a 3-0 Ashes series...

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Adam O'Brien Named Bulldogs Assistant Coach

LeagueNews.co11:51, November 13, 202511:51, November 13, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Adam O'Brien joins Bulldogs as assistant coach The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs are excited to announce Adam O'Brien's appointment as NRL Assistant Coach for the upcoming season. O'Brien...

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Storm Seeks Redemption Against Broncos in Round 3

LeagueNews.co9:33, November 13, 20259:33, November 13, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken Grand final rematch: Revenge is a dish best served in Round 3, 2026 The sting of their grand final loss remains fresh for the Melbourne Storm,...

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2026 NRL Magic Round Fixtures Announced

LeagueNews.co6:25, November 13, 20256:25, November 13, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy 2026 Draw Debrief: Magic Round fixtures revealed The NRL has confirmed the schedule for the 2026 Magic Round in Brisbane, featuring eight thrilling matches. This exciting...

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NRLW Magic Round 2025: Top Performers Shine

LeagueNews.co5:38, November 13, 20255:38, November 13, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken Magicians of NRLW Magic Round: 2025's top performers Despite the challenging weather conditions, the inaugural NRLW Magic Round delivered exhilarating performances on the field. Unpredictable storms...

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DCE's Epic Round 4 Return to Brookie

LeagueNews.co10:16, November 12, 202510:16, November 12, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken Rooster in the Penn house: Round 4 locked in for DCE's Brookie return In 2026, one of the most anticipated grudge matches will be Daly Cherry-Evans'...

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Burton Signs Contract Extension with Roosters

LeagueNews.co10:06, November 12, 202510:06, November 12, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy The Sydney Roosters have announced that Shawden Burton has extended her NRLW contract with the Club, ensuring her place in the Tricolours until at least the...

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2026 Opening Fixtures: Brisbane vs Panthers

LeagueNews.co10:05, November 12, 202510:05, November 12, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick According to seaeagles.com.au, the 2026 NRL season kicks off with some thrilling matchups. Will the defending champions, Brisbane, begin their title defense against the Panthers, the...

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2026 Round 1: Brisbane vs Panthers Showdown

Robbie Hamilton7:54, November 12, 20257:54, November 12, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy According to raiders.com.au, the 2026 NRL season opener features intriguing matchups. Defending champions Brisbane will seek to begin their title defense with a win against the...

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2026 Round 1 Fixtures: Brisbane Faces Panthers

LeagueNews.co6:25, November 12, 20256:25, November 12, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy 2026 Draw Debrief: Round 1 Fixtures revealed The 2026 season opens with an exciting clash as the defending champions, Brisbane, face off against the Panthers, the...

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NSW Aims for MCG Success in 2026

LeagueNews.co5:39, November 12, 20255:39, November 12, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick 2026 Draw Debrief: Origin returns to Blues' happy hunting ground New South Wales aims to maintain its strong record at the MCG when the State of...

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Wheelaroos Aim for Historic Golden Boot Win

LeagueNews.co20:21, November 11, 202520:21, November 11, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton Wheelaroos pair in line for Golden Boot history Bayley McKenna and Zac Schumacher of the Wheelaroos are in the running to be Australia's inaugural Wheelchair Golden...

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RTS: Samoa's Future in Rugby League Shines

LeagueNews.co14:08, November 11, 202514:08, November 11, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick 'the team is building each year': RTS sees bright future for Samoa Despite coming close to victory in their second major rugby league final, Samoa was...

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Sea Eagles Sign Dockar-Clay for 2026 Season

LeagueNews.co13:57, November 11, 202513:57, November 11, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have officially announced the signing of Zach Dockar-Clay for the upcoming 2026 NRL season. The 30-year-old hooker returns to the club on...

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Veteran Supports Katoa's Recovery with Caution

LeagueNews.co12:47, November 11, 202512:47, November 11, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick Te Maire Martin is prepared to support Eli Katoa's recovery from a brain bleed, though he emphasizes that comparisons between their situations should be avoided. Katoa...

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World Cup Ahead: Focus After Epic Season

LeagueNews.co11:03, November 11, 202511:03, November 11, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe 'Bring on the World Cup'; Focus shifts after epic international season The recent international fixture month concluded with New Zealand's decisive 36-14 victory over Samoa. Now,...

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Golden Boot Contenders: Upton, Nicholls, Kiria-Ratu

LeagueNews.co8:51, November 11, 20258:51, November 11, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Jillaroos star Tamika Upton, Kiwi Ferns fullback Apii Nicholls, rookie sensation Shalom Sauaso from Fetu Samoa, and Cook Islands playmaker Chantay Kiria-Ratu are among the top...

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Top Ten Fullbacks of 2025

LeagueNews.co7:14, November 11, 20257:14, November 11, 2025

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe The role of the NRL fullback continues to gain significance every year. Currently, I would argue that the standout player in the game is a fullback....