Injuries, why so many in the modern NRL?
We look at why so many modern stars are injured. We also name the most talented but regularly injured players of all time.
Source NRL News Staff

Logan Swann set to strut again
Former Warriors star back for NZ after 3 years in UK. Swann was a standout for the Warriors in previous NRL Seasons and NRL News has a quick look at the man who Ivan Cleary was desperate to re-sign.
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Fullbacks; from Giants to Midgets
Why so many small build fullbacks in the game? NRL News looks at the transformation from taller custodians of the past - to the tiny speed machines of today.
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NRL needs a pre-season tournament
What's the use of so many meaningless trial games? The NRL continues to play un-televised trials, clubs field 2nd grade teams - while rival codes reap rewards from pre-season comps. NRL News looks at past attempts to launch pre-season tournaments and the fact that it's surely it's time to put it back on the agenda?
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Channel 9 in talks with TK for Commentary Role
Terry Kennedy being chased for 2007 game calling role.

Hagan facing a tough decision on Eels line-up
Boom rookies pushing for big time berth at Parramatta

Will your teams scrumbase combo succeed?

Nearly every team has had a scrumbase change for 2007. Today we take a look at the changes.

Weekend Trial Reviews - Click a game below

Titans 16 - Eels 10 in scrappy affair
Sharks 22 - Souths 4 in heavy rain
Dogs 26 - Saints 16 Utai injured
Wests 20 - Logan QRL 10 with Benji Back
Manly 24 - Storm 16 with Lyon on show
Redcliffe 18 - Raiders 12 in shock result
Knights 30 - Panthers 18 in slick win
Cowboys 32 - Warriors 14 with Smith solid

St Helens pip Brisbane

Saints edge out Broncos in thrilling World Club Challenge match. The 2007 WCC title was won 18-14 by St Helens.Bris led by 8 early only to be overhauled with 10 mins to go. Full report here.

Broncos no chance says Bennett
Wayne Bennett says his team is a long shot to take title

New Look Knights, Abraham and Polglase in
Brian Smith names a a young yet strong Knights line-up.

Hodgson back for Tigers
Wests fullback Brett Hodgson returns for trial match

NRL - Is it too fast?

Does a faster game mean a better game?

Pot Calls Kettle Black
Fitzgerald attacks Phil Gould in latest outburst.

Foxtels new tool for NRL fans

Foxtel's new tool allows viewers to watch 2 NRL games at once.

Bunnies Roll out Red Carpet for Loti

South Sydney today had their chance to woo Rugby star Loti Tuqiri back to NRL.

Hungry Dragons

Nathan Brown's troops have put in the best off-season ever.

We look at how the Dragons are shaping up for 2007.

Raiders worth a bet at 100-1 Odds
Insiders reckon the Raiders are sure to surprise, and the current 100-1 odds are there for the taking.

Broncos trying to tie up Hodges and Tate
Brisbane officials are rushing to lock their stars into new deals.

Sione Faumuina Impressive for Cowboys

Warriors discard Sione Faumuina proving a nice buy for North Queensland.

Cronulla's 'Star' bigger than Willie
We look at Cronulla's secret weapon. Standing at over 6 foot 6 inches tall - meet Star Timani.

Anderson employs new tactic

Chris Anderson has employed a new marker defence to give his team the advantage.

Souths announce twin captains for 2007

The bunnies re-elect Cusack and add Kidwell to the leadership ranks.

Witt fires for Warriors in trial win

Manly and Parramatta discard Michael Witt fires for Warriors, as they rack up 64 points in Auckland trial.

BREAKING NEWS: Frank Pritchard and Brother Stabbed

Smith: Things akward at Parra
Brian talks of colleague tensions

Saturday Night Trial Match Results and Reviews
Roosters 10 d Tigers 4 (Click to Review)
Parra 36 d Sharks 14 (Click to Review)
Melb 32 d Titans 6 (Click to Review)

Injuries Hit Foundation Cup Clubs
Wests lose Galea and Roosters lose Schubert and Lewis. Click here for article.

Sharks keen to get first win of 2007
Sharks say trial win is of importance. Click here to read.

Mini drives to Hell and Back
Sydney Roosters custodian Anthony Minichello has been away for over 10 months now. We look at what he's been up to. Click here to read article.

ARU targets Parramatta Duo
Grothe and Tahu targeted by Union recruiters. Click here for article.

Playing for your life; several Manly stars off contract Six of top line Eagles has contracts ending this year. Will this bring out the best of them? Click here for article.

Wresting is the key to winning the NRL in 2007 Sydney Roosters Coach Chris Anderson today suggests that the NRL team who wins the battle of the ruck will ultimately win the comp. Click here for article.

Bill Harrigan out of Retirement
Billy's back to officiate in the Warriors trial this weekend. Will this mean a return for good? Please add your comments below, no sign up needed. Click here for article.

Foundation Cup - 100 Years Strong
Two old stagers in Anderson and Sheens will battle out this Saturdays Foundation Cup Trial to celebrate 100 years of NRL. Playing talent is a mix of old and new as each team tries new combinations. Click here to read more.

Has Sonny Bill Signed with the Rabbits?

Apparent leak from the Bunnies camp sends rumour mill into over drive. Click here to read more.

West Tigers re-sign three players
Late yesterday Wests Tigers inked new deals with second-rowers Chris Heighington, Rocky Trimarchi and future prospect William Mataka. Click here to read full article.

Send your message to an NRL coach
The Telegraph in Sydney is allowing fans to ask the NRL coach of their choice a question about their side in 2007. Selected questions will be published in a pre-season liftout soon to be published. Click here to send your message to an NRL coach.

Broncos Strip Goes High Tech

Brisbane enlist the assistance of Nike to develop a jersey with cutting edge fabric technology. Stick under arm fabric for safe ball carriage and chamois panels on shorts to keep palms dry - The 2006 Premiers top it off with the addition of several new sponsors. Click here for more.

At Witt's End, Forgotten Half now with Warriors
Michael Witt who in 2003 was touted as the 'next Andrew John's finds himself moving to his 3rd club in 4 years. Today we look at what the former Parramatta Eels and Manly Sea Eagles half is up to. Click here to read more.

Gower allegedly plays Dracula in Sydney Bar

Craig Gower is allegedly involved in another ugly off field incident over the weekend. Click here to read more.

Gasnier getting a kick out of new role in 2007

Mark Gasnier's move to 5/8 continues, now with additional kicking duties. Click here to read more.

Sea Eagles using science and supplements to good effect

There are many factors that go into successful pre-season training; hard work, determination, courage, commitment etc. Click here to read more.

New deal for Fitzgibbon likely

Sydney City Roosters captain Craig Fitzgibbon and Roosters officials have been in talks to extend the veteran back rowers current deal past 2007. Click here to read more.

Goodbye Grasshopper

Barry Gomersall passes at age 61. The former 80's icon was legendary in his Origin whistleblowing, loved by Qld and hated by Nsw - he became the face of Origin officialdom. Barry passed after an extended battle with illness. Click here for more.

Souths to 'can' the Can-Can
Russell Crowe last night announced that South Sydney will no longer employ cheerleaders for their home games. Click here to read more.

Flying Underneath the Radar

Today NRLnews.com takes a look at which team has ke
pt out of the spotlight in the leadup to 2007. Click here to read more.

Union throws weight and cash behind Raiders, while Bunnies push pills

New major sponsors for the Raiders and Bunnies are sure to be talked about when both teams hit the playing field for 2007. Click here to read more.

Cowboys learn lessons from AFL pioneers

When NRLnews.com spoke with the Cowboys today, their management was fresh from discussions with the Collingwood Magpies brains trust. Click here to read more.

Bunnies engine room goes high-tech

Cashed up South Sydney has spent up big on training equipment and facilities for 2007. Click here to read more.

NRL Heavyweights to visit NZ

Poor recent standing for the Warriors will see CEO David Gallop, Gordon Tallis, Bill Harrigan and Laurie Daley to visit NZ and link up with the Warriors to boost League profile in New Zealand. Click here to read more.