News in Brief

Glenn gets the green light from Marshall
A game of touch footy in the New Zealand camp is enough to convince Benji Marshall that Alex Glenn is three days away from turning the tables on a legion of sceptics.


El Masri may have stage for one more magic moment
A cold, hard fact - Hazem El Masri could be 80 minutes away from the end of a 14-year career.

Greg Bird wants to be a Gold Coast Titan
Controversial rugby league star Greg Bird would love nothing more than to repay the Titans with an NRL premiership if they throw him a lifeline. "I would love to come to the Gold Coast, one of the reasons I want to return to the NRL is to win a premiership and the way the Titans played this year, with the quality players they have on their roster, they aren't far away. If I was given the chance to come to the Gold Coast what better way to say thanks than by being part of a premiership campaign,"said Bird through his Gold Coast-based manager Chris Orr

Wrestle-Mania
The war of words has begun ahead of Friday's Super League play-off between Huddersfield and Catalans with Dragons boss Kevin Walters hitting out at the Giants' "wrestling tactics".

Stanley Gene linked to Featherstone
Hull KR have confirmed veteran star Stanley Gene will not be playing for the club next season. The 35-year-old former Papua New Guinea international is out of contract at the end of the current campaign. Rovers are keen for Gene to remain in some capacity but have decided against offering a new playing deal. Gene, who has previously expressed a desire to play on, is now considering his options having been linked with a player-coaching role at Featherstone.

Rewind 1986: an unforgettable slugfest bereft of tries
Who says rugby league grand finals need tries to keep the public coming back for more bread and circuses? Certainly not Terry Leabeater, the Parramatta prop still big enough and ugly enough to mount a powerful argument; few would venture to disagree.

Daine Laurie signs with Panthers
Penrith have signed troubled Wests Tigers forward Daine Laurie to a two-year deal despite criminal proceedings into an alleged assault of his girlfriend.

Halifax aiming to bounce back against Rovers
Halifax boss Matt Calland has hinted that he could recall Mick Govin to his line-up as he looks to bounce back from last week's mauling at Barrow. Govin missed out on selection for last Thursday's game but Calland is believed to be considering his options ahead of today's televised showdown with Featherstone Rovers. Tim Spears and Tommy Haughey are both likely to return to the Featherstone squad after missing last week's victory at Widnes through suspension.

Storm ready to face a variety of Broncos' halves
Melbourne Storm has continued to prepare to face several halves combinations against Brisbane when the teams meet in the preliminary final at Etihad Stadium on Saturday.

Michael Shenton added England's train-on squad
Castleford centre Michael Shenton is the latest addition to England coach Tony Smith's train-on squad for the end-of-season internationals. The 23-year-old Shenton, who won his second cap in England's 66-12 win over France in Paris in June, is the only player called up from the two clubs eliminated from the engage Super League play-offs at the weekend.

Sharks bitten by financial dealings
The Beyond Sharks Foundation - a secret trust set up by the disgraced former Cronulla Sharks boss, Tony Zappia, with money donated by an alleged fraudster, Clint Elford - was not used in any way to benefit the club, an independent report has found.

Home boys Smith and Hayne lead Parramatta revival
They would appear an odd couple but the similarities are growing. Jarryd Hayne is the superstar with the world at his twinkle-toed feet. Ben Smith is the understated, underrated bloke whose own feet are remarkable only because the legs above them are, much to the amusement of his teammates, so tiny. He just happens to be Hayne's bodyguard and babysitter.


Fitzy's a part of our success, say Eels
Members of the rebel faction that overthrew former Parramatta powerbroker Denis Fitzgerald earlier this season say he deserves credit for the team's remarkable surge to be within 80 minutes of the grand final and admit the bitter battle for control of the club had a negative effect on the players.

Henderson pens Wildcats deal
Wakefield Trinity Wildcats utility back Kevin Henderson has signed a new two-year contract with the club. The 28-year-old centre or second row has developed into a first-choice player at Belle Vue this season and made 20 appearances during the recently completed Super League season.

Dogs reckon Mortimer won't be a problem
Injured Eel Daniel Mortimer trained for the first time yesterday since damaging his hip, however Bulldogs coach Kevin Moore believes it will come to nought.

Wests Tigers sign former Panther Junior Moors
The Tigers have been active in the player market signing former Panther Junior Moors, he heads to the Tigers after an injury ravaged-season the Tigers have an option to extend his deal for a further year. The 23-year-old forward played 24 first grade games for the Panthers but had his 2009 season ruined by a broken ankle in the club's first trial game of the year.

Roberts turns life and career around
When talking about the Bulldogs' stunning NRL turnaround it would be wrong to overlook the re-birth of five-eighth Ben Roberts.

Big crowds will keep coming: Bulldogs
As ticket sales for Friday night's NRL preliminary final soar, Bulldogs boss Todd Greenberg believes his club can notch similar figures in the regular season.

Mortimer survives first run
He never broke out of a jog and the only contact he had was catching a ball, but the signs are encouraging that Daniel Mortimer will take the field tomorrow.

Bellamy aiming to catch Master
Craig Bellamy is looking to become the first coach to reach four successive Grand Finals since the legendary Little Master nearly 40 years ago.

Hindmarsh the marathon man
Here is the undeniable proof that Nathan Hindmarsh deserves the NRL premiership that has so far eluded him. An amazing set of stats that includes 8790 tackles.

Broncos will try to bash Storm up: White
Having watched Brisbane bash St George Illawarra into submission last weekend, Melbourne are expecting more of the same in their NRL preliminary final.

Kenny deserves his success, says Webcke
Once the world's best prop, Broncos great Shane Webcke appreciates Nick Kenny's emergence as an NRL front row force more than most. Kenny has been a powerful performer in Brisbane's late season surge which has carried them into Saturday's preliminary final against Melbourne at Etihad Stadium

Benefit Dinner for former Cowboy Sam Faust

The NRL will kick off its 2010 season with an inaugural All Stars game on the Gold Coast. An indigenous All Stars team will be selected for the February 13 encounter to play the NRL All Stars, coached by Wayne Bennett, at Skilled Park. The match will mark the second anniversary of Australia's apology to the stolen generation, delivered by Prime Minister Kevin Rudd in 2008. Read more..


Cronulla Sharks Probity Report Completed
A detailed Probity Report commissioned by the Cronulla Sharks new board of directors has been completed by BDO Kendalls. This report is yet another step taken by the board since 28th May 2009 in their commitment to their new principles of transparency and modern board governance as they continue to rebuild the club's structures and reputation Read more...

NQ Cowboy Matt Scott into the Prime Minister's XIII team following the withdrawal of Keith Galloway yesterday. Galloway reinjured his troublesome left knee while training. The ARL Prime Minister's XIII departs for Cairns tomorrow before arriving in Port Moresby on Friday in preparation for Sunday's match at Lloyd Robson Oval against Papua New Guinea.North Queensland Cowboys forward Matt Scott has been called into the Prime Minister's XIII team following the withdrawal of Keith Galloway yesterday. Galloway reinjured his troublesome left knee while training. The ARL Prime Minister's XIII departs for Cairns tomorrow before arriving in Port Moresby on Friday in preparation for Sunday's match at Lloyd Robson Oval against Papua New Guinea. Read more..

Woy Woy JRLFC - Coaching, Managing and Training PositionsWoy Woy JRLFC is located on the NSW Central Coast and is affiliated with the Central Coast Division Junior Rugby League. Applications are now open for persons interested in coaching, managing and training positions for the 2010 season in the Under 6 to Under 16 age groups. Applications should be in writing outlining your experience and can be emailed to: rdowney@...  or by mail to:
The Secretary,
Woy Woy JRLFC,
PO Box 818,
Woy Woy 2256

Grafton Ghosts RLFC require first grade players
The Grafton Ghosts RLFC require interested first grade players for the 2010 season. Experienced Five Eight and Half Backs are welcome to apply.  All expressions of interested players, please ring Coaching Director Colin Speed on 0418 872 771. Grafton Ghosts play in the Northern Rivers competition which involves teams from the Tweed Coast to Grafton. We offer a great lifestyle, very professional club, good match payments, accommodation, employment and reasonable contracts for the right player.
Contact
Robin Smith
Grafton Ghosts
PO Box 222
Grafton NSW 2460
grafton.ghosts@... 

Hinterland Bulldogs RLFC seek Captain-Coaches and/or Coaches
The Hinterland Bulldogs RLFC based in Beerwah on the Sunshine Coast is seeking applications for Captain-Coaches and/or Coaches for A , Reserve , Under 18's and C Grade for season 2010.  We are in a rebuilding phase and with a strong junior base would be wanting all successful applicants to assist in developing these juniors through to the senior club.  We welcome interest from players, managers, first aid officers, strappers  wanting to become involved in our club  and questions or additional information can be directed to Club President Gavin Brody on Mobile 0429 001838. All applications must be submitted in writing stating age, experience and qualifications by 24th October 2009, and will be treated with the strictest of confidence.
Hinterland Bulldogs
Beerwah & Districts Senior Rugby League
P.O.Box 511,
Beerwah, Qld 4519

Rockingham Coastal Sharks RLC are looking for contracted players for the 2010 season If you want a lifestyle change and see yourself playing for the Rockingham Sharks in 2010 and beyond contact Rod Fielding on 0437788652 or fieldo5@... 
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