St George Illawarra

He’s staying! Widdop says he is a Dragon in 2019

28 November, 2018 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

St George Illawarra captain Gareth Widdop has struck down rumours he had asked the club for a release to return to England. Speaking to dragons.com.au, the 29-year-old confirmed he was staying in Wollongong but hinted

Former teammate takes dig at Joel Thompson

9 January, 2018 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

One of Joel Thompson’s former teammates at the St George Illawarra Dragons, Peter Mata’utia, has taken a light-hearted dig at the forward who has just linked with the Manly Sea Eagles. Thompson tweeted, “First day

Ben hunting a maiden Broncos title before move to Dragons

16 February, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

St George Illawarra-bound Ben Hunt says he is relieved his future has been settled and can now concentrate on his final season at the Brisbane Broncos and a possible premiership before he heads to Wollongong.

Benji Marshall 250: Remember the greatness and the toughness

20 July, 2016 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

Laurie Daley once said that after two he was never the player he once was. Now consider Benji Marshall has had five shoulder reconstructions and will still line up for his 250th NRL match this

Can the Dragons Threaten in September?

30 August, 2015 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

St George Illawarra forward Tyson Frizell believes his Dragons are still a legitimate shot in September despite a two point loss to lowly Gold Coast on Sunday. “We know we’re the kind of team where

McGregor Defends De Belin Move Again

19 August, 2015 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

St George Illawarra coach Paul McGregor has again defended his decision to play prop Jack De Belin at halfback. Despite selecting young playmaker Drew Hutchinson in the 17, McGregor preferred De Belin. “I’m okay with

Gasnier Wants NRL War Chest Used In Other Areas

26 March, 2015 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

St George Illawarra legend Mark Gasnier believes NRL CEO Dave Smith’s “war chest” shouldn’t necessarily be used to attract the biggest names to the competition but instead use the extra money in other areas. “I

Dane Nielsen and Ben Barba Brawl on Cronulla Streets

25 March, 2015 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

An eye witness account has suggested there is plenty come in the standing down of St George Illawarra centre Dane Nielsen. There are confirmed reports that Nielsen and troubled Cronulla recruit Ben Barba came to

Merrin Signs With Panthers

2 March, 2015 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

St George Illawarra star and local junior Trent Merrin has reportedly signed a three-year deal with the Penrith Panthers. Penrith GM Phil Gould was delighted with the signing in a statement released by the club

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