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Thursday, Sep 12

07

Roosters star Jasmin Strange is our special guest!: NRLW Weekly - Ep08

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It’s a very special episode of NRLW Weekly as we’re joined by Rooster star Jasmin Strange in the studio as we head towards the finals.

Monday, Sep 2

Ponga opens up on family tragedy

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Knights star Kalyn Ponga has spoken about the death of his brother and his family's tight bond.

Friday, Aug 30

15

After the hardest week of his life, a South Sydney Indigenous star stands tall

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His teammates knew how much just being there meant to the club after the death of his mother – and it might be a valuable lesson for the Rabbitohs’ most influential star.

Wednesday, Aug 21

14

Smith holds back tears in emotional tribute

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Cameron Smith choked back tears thanking his late mother, after being inducted into the NRL Hall of Fame.

Friday, Aug 9

01

Burgess reveals son born hours before game

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Rabbitohs player Tom Burgess reveals his son was born about four hours before he ran out for South Sydney.

Wednesday, Jul 31

07

Wife of Raiders star banned for 10 years after footy brawl

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The wife of Canberra enforcer Josh Papalii has been banned from local football for a decade for her involvement in an incident earlier this month.

Wednesday, Jul 17

14

‘I am an enemy of Fox’: Weidler stands firm in face of News Corp attack

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Nine News reporter Danny Weidler has hit back at criticism from Maroons coach Billy Slater and several members of Fox Sports’ NRL 360 magazine show.

Sunday, Jul 14

12

Cry time: Ronaldo Mulitalo made his twin sob before he became an NRL player

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Two months ago, Lorenzo Mulitalo was about to give up on his dream. Then he got home after a day working as a scaffolder and his brother made him cry.

04

Crichton opens on mental health battle

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Angus Crichton has opened up on his battle with bipolar disorder in an exclusive interview with Nine's Michael Chammas.

Wednesday, Jul 10

09

Footy Show Legend Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin joins the boys: Freddy & the Eighth - Ep18

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On a hilarious episode of Freddy & the Eighth Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler are joined by Footy Show Legend Paul Vautin as they take a look back at some of Fatty’s finest moments. The boys preview the Origin decider, Joey predicts an all…

Sunday, Jun 30

05

‘It won’t happen again’: Trindall breaks silence on drink-driving, drugs charges

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Braydon Trindall’s season was in peril after failing a roadside test the morning after a huge Cronulla win. But he’s got one goal on his mind after resuming his NRL career.

Thursday, Jun 27

02

Cotter's daughter 'still proud' of Daddy

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Reuben Cotter's daughter gave the cutest answer when asked if she was still proud of her dad after Queensland's Origin II loss.

Wednesday, Jun 26

12

Basketball GOAT reveals why she's a NSW fan

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Lauren Jackson explains why she supports the Blues, lifting the lid on her rugby league background.

Saturday, Jun 22

22

‘I don’t know how he doesn’t collapse’: Lani awed by Payne’s strength in adversity

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Origin star Payne Haas is carrying the hopes of his state – and the future of his daughter and younger brothers – on his broad shoulders with a heavy sadness in his heart.

06

Front-row to hip-hop: Meet the rep footy star who just passed one million streams on Spotify

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Jamayne Taunoa-Brown – or Yung Maynie to his hip-hop fans – is gaining traction in the music world after one of his tracks was played on Triple J.

Wednesday, Jun 19

08

Legends EXCITED by X-Factor fueled NSW side: Freddy & the Eighth - Ep16

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Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns back Latrell Mitchell's & Mitchell Moses' 'X-Factor' abilities to win Game II for NSW. Joey Believes Connor Watson can replicate a similar performance to that of NSW Blues great Brad Wing. Damien Cook is off…

Tuesday, Jun 18

14

'Tell me you love me': TPJ's message to Wayne

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Tevita Pangai Junior has revealed the one thing he needs from Wayne Bennett amid his comeback to rugby league.

Sunday, Jun 16

11

Five years on from his stroke, a Maroons great reveals he is still fighting

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He became one of rugby league’s most feared big men, but the Maroons legend has revealed the extent to which a life-threatening setback has affected him in retirement.

Friday, Jun 7

22

Las Vegas combine star swaps Motown for Moore Park to chase NRL dream

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The Roosters have pulled off an NRL first after signing an American footballer identified as a potential cross-code star.

Tuesday, May 28

Walsh opens up on Carrigan bromance

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An emotional Reece Walsh teared up while telling media about his close bond with Broncos teammate Pat Carrigan.

Saturday, May 18

‘It’s not about money … I felt a weight off my shoulders’: Schuster opens up on Manly departure

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Josh Schuster has spoken for the first time about his Manly exit, the demons he has overcome and his plans to become the pivotal figure at his next club.

06

Panthers star arrested over alleged domestic violence incident

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Penrith star Taylan May has been charged over a domestic violence incident in which he allegedly punched a woman in the face.

Friday, May 17

12

‘I had a chuckle and went back to work’: Fifita hasn’t called me after backflip, Robinson reveals

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Roosters coach has spoken for the first time about Titans star pulling out of his deal to join the Tricolours, and revealed the door is still open for Angus Crichton to re-sign.

Monday, May 6

‘This is not a gender issue’: Players out of line but not sexist, says NRL

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The NRL has backed Kasey Badger amid criticism of her officiating, as it emerged the referee has taken to deactivating her social media accounts before games to avoid reading hateful comments.

Sunday, May 5

13

Sharks star emerges as new Origin contender

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Michael Chammas reveals Michael Maguire’s call to Sharks star ahead of Origin selections.

Thursday, Apr 25

01

Freddy pays tribute to Terry Hill

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Brad Fittler paid tribute to the late Terry Hill, who he played against from a young age.

Thursday, Apr 11

08

Immortal forecasts salary hit for Daly Cherry-Evans: Immortal Behaviour - EP04

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Andrew Johns discusses the lasting legacy of Daly Cherry-Evans and his belief that he will take a salary cut to maintain a strong Manly side. Alongside host Danika Mason, the Immortal shares his opinion on the fate of Josh Schuster at the…

Saturday, Apr 6

10

Is Parramatta’s $7 million star the man to save their season?

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Good judges are convinced Dylan Brown is not a No.7 – so what do the Eels do for the next two months without Mitchell Moses?

Wednesday, Mar 27

11

Roosters star opens up on 'dark days'

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Roosters star Connor Watson has opened up on the 'dark days' he faced due to injury and the impact of Spencer Leniu's racial slur.

Tuesday, Mar 26

06

‘My baby’s playing for the club I love’: Mark Geyer’s emotional tribute to son

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As Mavrik Geyer prepares to make his NRL debut, Panthers legend has revealed his son knocked back an approach from Craig Bellamy to chase his dream of playing first grade for the Panthers.