NRL in the USA a huge success

Rugby League's new visit to the United States has been a nice boost for NRL internationally. Souths boss Russell Crowe took the Rabbitohs to Jacksonville Florida to play the Leeds Rhinos. The resulting game giving American locals a taste of Rugby League biff, tries or scores as the Americans call them and some heavy hits.

The success of the journey has prompted NRL officials to re-examine the USA as a future venture for international expansion. At least in the short term, TV rights would be a good start.

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Penrith ink new NRL Sponsorship Deal

The Penrith Panthers have today inked a new 2 year deal with local business the Nepean Motor Group - sponsoring the Panthers sleeve after previous sponsor Parkview walked away from negotiations.

As the NRL prepares for kick off the, the Panthers had to quickly re-negotiate and then arrange replacement jerseys through ISC in time for the NRL season start.

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Do you support day time Grand Final?

As the NRL have changed the rule for the Grand Final timeslot in 2008, are you happy about the kick-off being 5pm? While many complained, there was surely a great few who enjoyed the later time slot allowing for a full day of Rugby League action.

With lower grades being played through out the day and coverage from Fox Sports showing Grand Finals from previous years - it truly was a feast of Football before the big kick off in the night (around 7pm)

It will be hard to tell if successful, at least until we see it at the new time of 5pm in 2008.

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Wayne Bennett - will he stay in NRL?

Wayne Bennett the coach of the Brisbane Broncos continues to laugh off speculation he might be cut short in his reign as coach of the Broncos in the 2008 NRL. No stranger to controversy, the Broncos have remained frustrated at Bennett after he nearly left to join the Sydney Roosters for 2007.

Bennett is also in talks with the New Zealand Rugby league about a coaching advisor or full coaching role for the side throughout 2008. Regardless Bennett continues to defy age and guide the Broncos in the right direction; winning the NRL premiership as recently as 2006 - they are certainly not a spent force and neither is Bennett.

NRL Discussion Forums

In addition to our NRL Rugby League articles and reporting in 2008, we have recently opened a new forums section for Rugby League and NRL fans to discuss their views and opinions throughout the season.

As the forums are new, we are encouraging users to enter the forums and begin discussion topics and we are keenly looking for 'moderators' to run the various topic areas of the forums and keep order for the most part!

We thank you for your support again in 2008 and look forward to plenty of NRL Rugby League action as the football nears kickoff in mid-March.

NRL 2008 Predictions

This week on NRL News Rugby League (visit: www.NRLnews.com) we will be predicting the Top 8 finalists for this years Premiership. Our expert panel will be predicting where your team will finish and their chances of making the Top 8. Yes, 16 teams vying for 8 positions - coaches under pressure, players under pressure it's always hectic and we'll pull out all stops to get the right mix and let you know how it will play out.

NRL pre-season trial games start in a weeks time - we wish your team the best of luck for 2008.

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Skilled Stadium key to NRL Future Plans

Skilled Stadium at Robina is the key to the NRL's future expansion plans, should the new Rugby League stadium on the Gold Coast prove a success - the game of League can look to build more foundations in other areas and states.

On NRL News today, the Robina Development and the future expansion of NRL in the decades ahead is discussed. Will the new stadium be a success? Titans results and time will tell.

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NRL News discusses Vautin Jnr

Today at NRL News, we discuss the signing of Matt Vautin (son of Paul) by the Gold Coast Titans. A proud dad, Paul 'Fatty' Vautin the host of the Footy show and former Manly and Queensland star is excited about his sons chance of making a debut at some stage soon. The Gold Coast are building up their depth as 2008 NRL draws nearer and Vautin Jnr is just one of several young stars they have on their books. Click here to read the full article.

Stacey Jones rejoins Warriors

Today on NRL News, we discuss the return of Stacey Jones to the fold as the former Warrior rejoins his old team in a coaching role. After a stint in the UK Super League, Stacey returns home to give his troops an edge in the quest for the NRL Rugby League premiership this year. A talented player with a unique and creative streak, his skills will be ideal for Rovelli and Witt.

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Jonathan Thurston

Jonathan Thurston, will the star Cowboy go to new heights in 2008 NRL or will his hot temper get him into more trouble with referees, officials and coaches. Today at NRL News, you can read the whole story - click here to read it.