Come inside the world of player agent and Chiming In presenter Steve Gillis as he gives us a bird’s-eye view into the deals, thrills and spills he’s overseen this season.Having worked in rugby league as a journalist and player agent for almost 45 years, Chimes knows the ins and outs of the game as well as anyone. In this episode of Chiming In, he gives us an inside look at Sam Walker’s future, how Adam Reynolds’ send-off was bungled, what’s next for Josh Papalii, and why the Dragons’ Couchman twins put their negotiations on hold. Plus, Chimes unpacks PNG’s recruitment plans, the Perth expansion challenge, player retirement funds, the coach market, and why smart recruitment is the key to sustained NRL success. It’s raw, revealing and a fascinating insight into how a player agent goes about his business. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro01:49 — Adam Reynolds’ Retirement and Brisbane Exit06:50 — Sam Walker’s Roosters Future17:01 — Hugo Savala’s Roosters Loyalty18:53 — DCE’s Career Crossroads19:48 — PNG’s Recruitment Plans: Alex Johnston & Zac Lomax26:41 — Alex Johnston’s South Sydney Exit That Never Happened28:54 — Perth’s Marquee Player Challenge31:10 — Can the NRL Sustain a 20th Team?34:21 — Preparing Players for Retirement36:07 — How the NRL Retirement Fund Works40:56 — How Player Agents Find and Sign Talent42:48 — Dane Gagai’s Move to Brisbane44:46 — How Clubs Land Marquee Players: Ben Hunt46:25 — Why the Couchman Twins Paused Negotiations50:43 — Dean Young’s Coaching Journey55:28 — Do NRL Coaches Need Agents?59:56 — Should the NRL Add a Second New Zealand Team?60:55 — Parramatta’s Recruitment Challenge62:24 — Scott Drinkwater’s Cowboys Exit65:35 — Brisbane, Madge McGuire & the Broncos’ Future68:50 — Newcastle’s Turnaround69:50 — Justin Holbrook’s Coaching Revival70:27 — Are the Dolphins the Expansion Blueprint?71:38 — Titans Recruitment, Roster Management & Penrith’s Dynasty73:51 — Wrap-UpHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Come inside the world of player agent and Chiming In presenter Steve Gillis as he gives us a bird’s-eye view into the deals, thrills and spills he’s overseen this season. Having worked in rugby league as a journalist and player agent for almost 45 years, Chimes knows the ins and outs of the game as well as anyone. In this episode of Chiming In, he gives us an inside look at Sam Walker’s future, how Adam Reynolds’ send-off was bungled, what’s next for Josh Papalii, and why the Dragons’ Couchman twins put their negotiations on hold. Plus, Chimes unpacks PNG’s recruitment plans, the Perth expansion challenge, player retirement funds, the coach market, and why smart recruitment is the key to sustained NRL success. It’s raw, revealing and a fascinating insight into how a player agent goes about his business. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro 01:49 — Adam Reynolds’ Retirement and Brisbane Exit 06:50 — Sam Walker’s Roosters Future 17:01 — Hugo Savala’s Roosters Loyalty 18:53 — DCE’s Career Crossroads 19:48 — PNG’s Recruitment Plans: Alex Johnston & Zac Lomax 26:41 — Alex Johnston’s South Sydney Exit That Never Happened 28:54 — Perth’s Marquee Player Challenge 31:10 — Can the NRL Sustain a 20th Team? 34:21 — Preparing Players for Retirement 36:07 — How the NRL Retirement Fund Works 40:56 — How Player Agents Find and Sign Talent 42:48 — Dane Gagai’s Move to Brisbane 44:46 — How Clubs Land Marquee Players: Ben Hunt 46:25 — Why the Couchman Twins Paused Negotiations 50:43 — Dean Young’s Coaching Journey 55:28 — Do NRL Coaches Need Agents? 59:56 — Should the NRL Add a Second New Zealand Team? 60:55 — Parramatta’s Recruitment Challenge 62:24 — Scott Drinkwater’s Cowboys Exit 65:35 — Brisbane, Madge McGuire & the Broncos’ Future 68:50 — Newcastle’s Turnaround 69:50 — Justin Holbrook’s Coaching Revival 70:27 — Are the Dolphins the Expansion Blueprint? 71:38 — Titans Recruitment, Roster Management & Penrith’s Dynasty 73:51 — Wrap-Up Head to www.fanatics.tv for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come inside the world of player agent and Chiming In presenter Steve Gillis as he gives us a bird’s-eye view into the deals, thrills and spills he’s overseen this season.Having worked in rugby league as a journalist and player agent for almost 45 years, Chimes knows the ins and outs of the game as well as anyone. In this episode of Chiming In, he gives us an inside look at Sam Walker’s future, how Adam Reynolds’ send-off was bungled, what’s next for Josh Papalii, and why the Dragons’ Couchman twins put their negotiations on hold. Plus, Chimes unpacks PNG’s recruitment plans, the Perth expansion challenge, player retirement funds, the coach market, and why smart recruitment is the key to sustained NRL success. It’s raw, revealing and a fascinating insight into how a player agent goes about his business. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro01:49 — Adam Reynolds’ Retirement and Brisbane Exit06:50 — Sam Walker’s Roosters Future17:01 — Hugo Savala’s Roosters Loyalty18:53 — DCE’s Career Crossroads19:48 — PNG’s Recruitment Plans: Alex Johnston &amp; Zac Lomax26:41 — Alex Johnston’s South Sydney Exit That Never Happened28:54 — Perth’s Marquee Player Challenge31:10 — Can the NRL Sustain a 20th Team?34:21 — Preparing Players for Retirement36:07 — How the NRL Retirement Fund Works40:56 — How Player Agents Find and Sign Talent42:48 — Dane Gagai’s Move to Brisbane44:46 — How Clubs Land Marquee Players: Ben Hunt46:25 — Why the Couchman Twins Paused Negotiations50:43 — Dean Young’s Coaching Journey55:28 — Do NRL Coaches Need Agents?59:56 — Should the NRL Add a Second New Zealand Team?60:55 — Parramatta’s Recruitment Challenge62:24 — Scott Drinkwater’s Cowboys Exit65:35 — Brisbane, Madge McGuire &amp; the Broncos’ Future68:50 — Newcastle’s Turnaround69:50 — Justin Holbrook’s Coaching Revival70:27 — Are the Dolphins the Expansion Blueprint?71:38 — Titans Recruitment, Roster Management &amp; Penrith’s Dynasty73:51 — Wrap-UpHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Inside the NRL Player Market with Steve Gillis [Part 1] | Sam Walker, Adam Reynolds & PNG

Come inside the world of player agent and Chiming In presenter Steve Gillis as he gives us a bird’s-eye view into the deals, drama and decision-making behind the NRL player market. Having worked in rugby league as a journalist and player agent for almost 45 years, Chimes brings his trademark honesty and insight to Part 2 of this wide-ranging conversation. In this episode, Chimes breaks down Penrith’s player-market outlook, Tolutau Koula’s future at Manly, Melbourne’s expected bounce-back and whether Cronulla’s premiership window is closing. Plus, he explains the realities of Super League money, what went wrong at the Wests Tigers, Phil Gould’s role at the Bulldogs, the possibility of R360 returning, Laurie Daley’s Origin pressure, third-party deals, notional value and how agents support players through crises. It’s raw, revealing and a fascinating insight into how the rugby league player market really works. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Coming Up00:45 — Intro01:30 — Penrith’s November Player-Market Outlook03:10 — Tolutau Koula, Manly and Anthony Seibold06:12 — Melbourne Storm’s Rebuild07:30 — Is Cronulla’s Premiership Window Closing?09:05 — Cameron McInnes and the Reality of Super League Money10:35 — What Went Wrong at Wests Tigers?11:40 — Bulldogs, Phil Gould and Roster Changes13:20 — R360: Can the Rebel Competition Return?15:16 — Laurie Daley, Origin Pressure and the Media17:59 — Unsigned Players and Contract Pressure20:03 — Adam Ritson’s Remarkable Story25:03 — Should the NRL Invest in Super League?28:40 — Las Vegas, Global Round and NRL Expansion30:38 — Third-Party Deals Explained32:58 — Notional Value and Salary-Cap Scrutiny35:46 — What It Takes to Become an NRL Player Agent39:20 — How Agents Handle Player Crises42:14 — Steve on Podcasting, Media and the Future47:04 — Wrap-UpHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Come inside the world of player agent and Chiming In presenter Steve Gillis as he gives us a bird’s-eye view into the deals, drama and decision-making behind the NRL player market. Having worked in rugby league as a journalist and player agent for almost 45 years, Chimes brings his trademark honesty and insight to Part 2 of this wide-ranging conversation. In this episode, Chimes breaks down Penrith’s player-market outlook, Tolutau Koula’s future at Manly, Melbourne’s expected bounce-back and whether Cronulla’s premiership window is closing. Plus, he explains the realities of Super League money, what went wrong at the Wests Tigers, Phil Gould’s role at the Bulldogs, the possibility of R360 returning, Laurie Daley’s Origin pressure, third-party deals, notional value and how agents support players through crises. It’s raw, revealing and a fascinating insight into how the rugby league player market really works. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Coming Up 00:45 — Intro 01:30 — Penrith’s November Player-Market Outlook 03:10 — Tolutau Koula, Manly and Anthony Seibold 06:12 — Melbourne Storm’s Rebuild 07:30 — Is Cronulla’s Premiership Window Closing? 09:05 — Cameron McInnes and the Reality of Super League Money 10:35 — What Went Wrong at Wests Tigers? 11:40 — Bulldogs, Phil Gould and Roster Changes 13:20 — R360: Can the Rebel Competition Return? 15:16 — Laurie Daley, Origin Pressure and the Media 17:59 — Unsigned Players and Contract Pressure 20:03 — Adam Ritson’s Remarkable Story 25:03 — Should the NRL Invest in Super League? 28:40 — Las Vegas, Global Round and NRL Expansion 30:38 — Third-Party Deals Explained 32:58 — Notional Value and Salary-Cap Scrutiny 35:46 — What It Takes to Become an NRL Player Agent 39:20 — How Agents Handle Player Crises 42:14 — Steve on Podcasting, Media and the Future 47:04 — Wrap-Up Head to www.fanatics.tv for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come inside the world of player agent and Chiming In presenter Steve Gillis as he gives us a bird’s-eye view into the deals, drama and decision-making behind the NRL player market. Having worked in rugby league as a journalist and player agent for almost 45 years, Chimes brings his trademark honesty and insight to Part 2 of this wide-ranging conversation. In this episode, Chimes breaks down Penrith’s player-market outlook, Tolutau Koula’s future at Manly, Melbourne’s expected bounce-back and whether Cronulla’s premiership window is closing. Plus, he explains the realities of Super League money, what went wrong at the Wests Tigers, Phil Gould’s role at the Bulldogs, the possibility of R360 returning, Laurie Daley’s Origin pressure, third-party deals, notional value and how agents support players through crises. It’s raw, revealing and a fascinating insight into how the rugby league player market really works. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Coming Up00:45 — Intro01:30 — Penrith’s November Player-Market Outlook03:10 — Tolutau Koula, Manly and Anthony Seibold06:12 — Melbourne Storm’s Rebuild07:30 — Is Cronulla’s Premiership Window Closing?09:05 — Cameron McInnes and the Reality of Super League Money10:35 — What Went Wrong at Wests Tigers?11:40 — Bulldogs, Phil Gould and Roster Changes13:20 — R360: Can the Rebel Competition Return?15:16 — Laurie Daley, Origin Pressure and the Media17:59 — Unsigned Players and Contract Pressure20:03 — Adam Ritson’s Remarkable Story25:03 — Should the NRL Invest in Super League?28:40 — Las Vegas, Global Round and NRL Expansion30:38 — Third-Party Deals Explained32:58 — Notional Value and Salary-Cap Scrutiny35:46 — What It Takes to Become an NRL Player Agent39:20 — How Agents Handle Player Crises42:14 — Steve on Podcasting, Media and the Future47:04 — Wrap-UpHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Inside the NRL Player Market with Steve Gillis [Part 2] | Penrith, R360 & Super League

Dave Trodden runs one of Australian sport's biggest and least understood organisations — the New South Wales Rugby League turns over more than $50 million a year, oversees 126,000 players across 700 clubs, and controls every competition in the state bar the NRL and NRLW. Trodden takes us inside the business of Origin: why Matt King was the right call to succeed Laurie Daley, whether Ivan Cleary has put his hand up for a future crack at the job, and why he expects Origin player payments to eventually double. He also opens up on protecting referees after a wave of public controversy, why bush footy is in far better shape than people think, and the extraordinary economic value the game's 40,000 volunteers add each year. It's not all boardroom talk, either — Trodden shares the story of falling in love with rugby league at Balmain's famous 1969 grand final upset, how he ended up on the Wests Tigers board almost by accident during the fractious merger years, and becoming chairman in time for the club's fairytale premiership win in 2005. In this episode of Chiming In, Dave Trodden gives a rare inside look at how the game is really run, from grassroots to Origin. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:25 - Welcome: NSWRL CEO Dave Trodden joins Chiming In02:14 - What people get wrong about the NSWRL02:54 - The Blues as one of Australia's biggest sporting brands03:48 - Matt King's appointment as Origin coach05:01 - Did Ivan Cleary put his hand up?10:41 - Why a club coach can't also coach Origin11:57 - Will Origin players push for a bigger pay packet?13:39 - A Monday morning inside NSWRL headquarters19:51 - Protecting referees, and the Tamworth suspension controversy21:01 - Is bush footy really dying?23:28 - Visiting Junee with Laurie Daley24:12 - Getting retired players back into country footy25:44 - The economic value of 40,000 volunteers28:08 - How Magic Round in Tamworth came about39:20 - Falling in love with rugby league at the 1969 grand final41:38 - Joining the Wests Tigers board almost by accident44:02 - Becoming chairman during the merger fallout45:21 - The fairytale run to the 2005 premiership53:43 - Origin scheduling, PNG games and jersey tweaks55:33 - Could City vs Country ever come back?56:31 - Does the job ever feel appreciated?58:29 - Wrap-upHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Dave Trodden runs one of Australian sport's biggest and least understood organisations — the New South Wales Rugby League turns over more than $50 million a year, oversees 126,000 players across 700 clubs, and controls every competition in the state bar the NRL and NRLW. Trodden takes us inside the business of Origin: why Matt King was the right call to succeed Laurie Daley, whether Ivan Cleary has put his hand up for a future crack at the job, and why he expects Origin player payments to eventually double. He also opens up on protecting referees after a wave of public controversy, why bush footy is in far better shape than people think, and the extraordinary economic value the game's 40,000 volunteers add each year. It's not all boardroom talk, either — Trodden shares the story of falling in love with rugby league at Balmain's famous 1969 grand final upset, how he ended up on the Wests Tigers board almost by accident during the fractious merger years, and becoming chairman in time for the club's fairytale premiership win in 2005. In this episode of Chiming In, Dave Trodden gives a rare inside look at how the game is really run, from grassroots to Origin. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Welcome: NSWRL CEO Dave Trodden joins Chiming In 02:14 - What people get wrong about the NSWRL 02:54 - The Blues as one of Australia's biggest sporting brands 03:48 - Matt King's appointment as Origin coach 05:01 - Did Ivan Cleary put his hand up? 10:41 - Why a club coach can't also coach Origin 11:57 - Will Origin players push for a bigger pay packet? 13:39 - A Monday morning inside NSWRL headquarters 19:51 - Protecting referees, and the Tamworth suspension controversy 21:01 - Is bush footy really dying? 23:28 - Visiting Junee with Laurie Daley 24:12 - Getting retired players back into country footy 25:44 - The economic value of 40,000 volunteers 28:08 - How Magic Round in Tamworth came about 39:20 - Falling in love with rugby league at the 1969 grand final 41:38 - Joining the Wests Tigers board almost by accident 44:02 - Becoming chairman during the merger fallout 45:21 - The fairytale run to the 2005 premiership 53:43 - Origin scheduling, PNG games and jersey tweaks 55:33 - Could City vs Country ever come back? 56:31 - Does the job ever feel appreciated? 58:29 - Wrap-up Head to www.fanatics.tv for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Trodden runs one of Australian sport's biggest and least understood organisations — the New South Wales Rugby League turns over more than $50 million a year, oversees 126,000 players across 700 clubs, and controls every competition in the state bar the NRL and NRLW. Trodden takes us inside the business of Origin: why Matt King was the right call to succeed Laurie Daley, whether Ivan Cleary has put his hand up for a future crack at the job, and why he expects Origin player payments to eventually double. He also opens up on protecting referees after a wave of public controversy, why bush footy is in far better shape than people think, and the extraordinary economic value the game's 40,000 volunteers add each year. It's not all boardroom talk, either — Trodden shares the story of falling in love with rugby league at Balmain's famous 1969 grand final upset, how he ended up on the Wests Tigers board almost by accident during the fractious merger years, and becoming chairman in time for the club's fairytale premiership win in 2005. In this episode of Chiming In, Dave Trodden gives a rare inside look at how the game is really run, from grassroots to Origin. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:25 - Welcome: NSWRL CEO Dave Trodden joins Chiming In02:14 - What people get wrong about the NSWRL02:54 - The Blues as one of Australia's biggest sporting brands03:48 - Matt King's appointment as Origin coach05:01 - Did Ivan Cleary put his hand up?10:41 - Why a club coach can't also coach Origin11:57 - Will Origin players push for a bigger pay packet?13:39 - A Monday morning inside NSWRL headquarters19:51 - Protecting referees, and the Tamworth suspension controversy21:01 - Is bush footy really dying?23:28 - Visiting Junee with Laurie Daley24:12 - Getting retired players back into country footy25:44 - The economic value of 40,000 volunteers28:08 - How Magic Round in Tamworth came about39:20 - Falling in love with rugby league at the 1969 grand final41:38 - Joining the Wests Tigers board almost by accident44:02 - Becoming chairman during the merger fallout45:21 - The fairytale run to the 2005 premiership53:43 - Origin scheduling, PNG games and jersey tweaks55:33 - Could City vs Country ever come back?56:31 - Does the job ever feel appreciated?58:29 - Wrap-upHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Dave Trodden. The CEO allows us inside the $50 million engine that is NSWRL | Chiming In EP060

Inside Jai’s Journey. South Sydney CEO Blake Solly has been front and centre since news of Jai Arrow’s battle with Motor Neurone Disease began. In this episode of Chiming In, Solly shares insight into Jai’s courage and the way he has inspirationally lifted his teammates this season. He also reveals how coach Wayne Bennett was instrumental in ensuring Arrow was credited with 100 NRL games for the Bunnies — and how Souths pitched the idea to the NRL. But there’s more. Solly openly discusses:- The signing of Payne Haas- The futures of Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell- Why the NRL should invest in Super League- The new CBA- Wayne Bennett’s use-by date- Souths legend Nathan Merritt and his battle with cancer- South Sydney’s premiership chances It’s a must-watch episode for every rugby league fan — not just Rabbitohs supporters. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: Inside Jai’s Journey1:45 - Jai Arrow’s MND Diagnosis & the Rugby League Community’s Response6:00 - Jai’s 100-Game Milestone & the Emotional Gold Coast Tribute9:30 - Payne Haas: How Souths Got the Deal Done14:00 - Why the NRL Should Invest in Super League17:30 - Wayne Bennett’s Role in Jai Arrow’s 100th NRL Game20:00 - Souths’ Culture, Facilities & Building a Lasting Club26:00 - Souths Cares, Nathan Merritt & Supporting Former Players30:00 - Does Wayne Bennett Have a Use-By Date?32:00 - Cody Walker & Latrell Mitchell’s Futures34:00 - NRL Expansion and Funding Club Pathways38:00 - Can South Sydney Win the Premiership?40:00 - The New CBA and Player Payments46:00 - Why Financially Strong Clubs Matter48:00 - Souths’ Stance on Gambling Sponsorships50:00 - Making Rugby League More Accessible for Kids52:00 - John Sutton’s Ongoing Role at SouthsHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Inside Jai’s Journey. South Sydney CEO Blake Solly has been front and centre since news of Jai Arrow’s battle with Motor Neurone Disease began. In this episode of Chiming In, Solly shares insight into Jai’s courage and the way he has inspirationally lifted his teammates this season. He also reveals how coach Wayne Bennett was instrumental in ensuring Arrow was credited with 100 NRL games for the Bunnies — and how Souths pitched the idea to the NRL. But there’s more. Solly openly discusses: - The signing of Payne Haas - The futures of Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell - Why the NRL should invest in Super League - The new CBA - Wayne Bennett’s use-by date - Souths legend Nathan Merritt and his battle with cancer - South Sydney’s premiership chances It’s a must-watch episode for every rugby league fan — not just Rabbitohs supporters. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: Inside Jai’s Journey 1:45 - Jai Arrow’s MND Diagnosis & the Rugby League Community’s Response 6:00 - Jai’s 100-Game Milestone & the Emotional Gold Coast Tribute 9:30 - Payne Haas: How Souths Got the Deal Done 14:00 - Why the NRL Should Invest in Super League 17:30 - Wayne Bennett’s Role in Jai Arrow’s 100th NRL Game 20:00 - Souths’ Culture, Facilities & Building a Lasting Club 26:00 - Souths Cares, Nathan Merritt & Supporting Former Players 30:00 - Does Wayne Bennett Have a Use-By Date? 32:00 - Cody Walker & Latrell Mitchell’s Futures 34:00 - NRL Expansion and Funding Club Pathways 38:00 - Can South Sydney Win the Premiership? 40:00 - The New CBA and Player Payments 46:00 - Why Financially Strong Clubs Matter 48:00 - Souths’ Stance on Gambling Sponsorships 50:00 - Making Rugby League More Accessible for Kids 52:00 - John Sutton’s Ongoing Role at Souths Head to www.fanatics.tv for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside Jai’s Journey. South Sydney CEO Blake Solly has been front and centre since news of Jai Arrow’s battle with Motor Neurone Disease began. In this episode of Chiming In, Solly shares insight into Jai’s courage and the way he has inspirationally lifted his teammates this season. He also reveals how coach Wayne Bennett was instrumental in ensuring Arrow was credited with 100 NRL games for the Bunnies — and how Souths pitched the idea to the NRL. But there’s more. Solly openly discusses:- The signing of Payne Haas- The futures of Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell- Why the NRL should invest in Super League- The new CBA- Wayne Bennett’s use-by date- Souths legend Nathan Merritt and his battle with cancer- South Sydney’s premiership chances It’s a must-watch episode for every rugby league fan — not just Rabbitohs supporters. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: Inside Jai’s Journey1:45 - Jai Arrow’s MND Diagnosis &amp; the Rugby League Community’s Response6:00 - Jai’s 100-Game Milestone &amp; the Emotional Gold Coast Tribute9:30 - Payne Haas: How Souths Got the Deal Done14:00 - Why the NRL Should Invest in Super League17:30 - Wayne Bennett’s Role in Jai Arrow’s 100th NRL Game20:00 - Souths’ Culture, Facilities &amp; Building a Lasting Club26:00 - Souths Cares, Nathan Merritt &amp; Supporting Former Players30:00 - Does Wayne Bennett Have a Use-By Date?32:00 - Cody Walker &amp; Latrell Mitchell’s Futures34:00 - NRL Expansion and Funding Club Pathways38:00 - Can South Sydney Win the Premiership?40:00 - The New CBA and Player Payments46:00 - Why Financially Strong Clubs Matter48:00 - Souths’ Stance on Gambling Sponsorships50:00 - Making Rugby League More Accessible for Kids52:00 - John Sutton’s Ongoing Role at SouthsHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Peter Sharp is one of rugby league's most respected and longest-serving coaching minds — over 40 years in the game, and the man widely credited with discovering and shaping a young Andrew and Matthew Johns at the Newcastle Knights. From playing days at Maitland in the 1970s and a colourful path through Central Charlestown, England and Newcastle's junior system, Sharp went on to become an NRL head coach at Manly, an assistant to Craig Bellamy at Melbourne, and later took Hull FC on a 13-game winning streak in England before switching codes entirely to coach Ulster in rugby union. These days he's back in the NRL working alongside Phil Gould at the Canterbury Bulldogs.Sharp opens up on discovering a teenage Joey Johns, the night out that nearly cost the Jersey Flegg side a game, getting sacked and picked straight back up by Craig Bellamy, and the toughest and funniest moments from four decades on the sideline — plus a candid word on mental health and the Black Dog Institute. In this episode of Chiming In, Peter shares stories from a career that's taken him from suburban rugby league grounds to Belfast, and reflects on what's changed in the game he's given his life to. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:01 - Rugby league royalty: introducing Peter Sharp01:35 - Phil Gould's tribute and the Gus friendship07:29 - The Brian Smith interview and the "beef and pickle sandwich" job08:35 - Growing up in Maitland, playing on the weight13:11 - The 1977 grand final and a 30,000-strong crowd14:06 - Injury, and backpacking to England17:15 - Meeting Andrew and Matthew Johns at Newcastle19:28 - The infamous night out before a Balmain game21:21 - Rising to reserve grade and a premiership23:39 - Becoming Manly head coach after Bob Fulton's shock resignation26:22 - The Northern Eagles "messy flop"28:13 - Forgetting his wife at Gosford29:03 - Learning under Craig Bellamy at Melbourne30:34 - Hull FC and a 13-game winning streak in England31:51 - Switching codes: coaching Ulster rugby union in Belfast41:19 - Greatest coach debate and rugby league heroes45:00 - Media scrutiny then vs now49:40 - Mental health advocacy and the Black Dog Institute51:02 - Wrap-up: 32 years in rugby leagueHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Peter Sharp is one of rugby league's most respected and longest-serving coaching minds — over 40 years in the game, and the man widely credited with discovering and shaping a young Andrew and Matthew Johns at the Newcastle Knights. From playing days at Maitland in the 1970s and a colourful path through Central Charlestown, England and Newcastle's junior system, Sharp went on to become an NRL head coach at Manly, an assistant to Craig Bellamy at Melbourne, and later took Hull FC on a 13-game winning streak in England before switching codes entirely to coach Ulster in rugby union. These days he's back in the NRL working alongside Phil Gould at the Canterbury Bulldogs. Sharp opens up on discovering a teenage Joey Johns, the night out that nearly cost the Jersey Flegg side a game, getting sacked and picked straight back up by Craig Bellamy, and the toughest and funniest moments from four decades on the sideline — plus a candid word on mental health and the Black Dog Institute. In this episode of Chiming In, Peter shares stories from a career that's taken him from suburban rugby league grounds to Belfast, and reflects on what's changed in the game he's given his life to. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Start 01:01 - Rugby league royalty: introducing Peter Sharp 01:35 - Phil Gould's tribute and the Gus friendship 07:29 - The Brian Smith interview and the "beef and pickle sandwich" job 08:35 - Growing up in Maitland, playing on the weight 13:11 - The 1977 grand final and a 30,000-strong crowd 14:06 - Injury, and backpacking to England 17:15 - Meeting Andrew and Matthew Johns at Newcastle 19:28 - The infamous night out before a Balmain game 21:21 - Rising to reserve grade and a premiership 23:39 - Becoming Manly head coach after Bob Fulton's shock resignation 26:22 - The Northern Eagles "messy flop" 28:13 - Forgetting his wife at Gosford 29:03 - Learning under Craig Bellamy at Melbourne 30:34 - Hull FC and a 13-game winning streak in England 31:51 - Switching codes: coaching Ulster rugby union in Belfast 41:19 - Greatest coach debate and rugby league heroes 45:00 - Media scrutiny then vs now 49:40 - Mental health advocacy and the Black Dog Institute 51:02 - Wrap-up: 32 years in rugby league Head to www.fanatics.tv for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Sharp is one of rugby league's most respected and longest-serving coaching minds — over 40 years in the game, and the man widely credited with discovering and shaping a young Andrew and Matthew Johns at the Newcastle Knights. From playing days at Maitland in the 1970s and a colourful path through Central Charlestown, England and Newcastle's junior system, Sharp went on to become an NRL head coach at Manly, an assistant to Craig Bellamy at Melbourne, and later took Hull FC on a 13-game winning streak in England before switching codes entirely to coach Ulster in rugby union. These days he's back in the NRL working alongside Phil Gould at the Canterbury Bulldogs.Sharp opens up on discovering a teenage Joey Johns, the night out that nearly cost the Jersey Flegg side a game, getting sacked and picked straight back up by Craig Bellamy, and the toughest and funniest moments from four decades on the sideline — plus a candid word on mental health and the Black Dog Institute. In this episode of Chiming In, Peter shares stories from a career that's taken him from suburban rugby league grounds to Belfast, and reflects on what's changed in the game he's given his life to. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:01 - Rugby league royalty: introducing Peter Sharp01:35 - Phil Gould's tribute and the Gus friendship07:29 - The Brian Smith interview and the "beef and pickle sandwich" job08:35 - Growing up in Maitland, playing on the weight13:11 - The 1977 grand final and a 30,000-strong crowd14:06 - Injury, and backpacking to England17:15 - Meeting Andrew and Matthew Johns at Newcastle19:28 - The infamous night out before a Balmain game21:21 - Rising to reserve grade and a premiership23:39 - Becoming Manly head coach after Bob Fulton's shock resignation26:22 - The Northern Eagles "messy flop"28:13 - Forgetting his wife at Gosford29:03 - Learning under Craig Bellamy at Melbourne30:34 - Hull FC and a 13-game winning streak in England31:51 - Switching codes: coaching Ulster rugby union in Belfast41:19 - Greatest coach debate and rugby league heroes45:00 - Media scrutiny then vs now49:40 - Mental health advocacy and the Black Dog Institute51:02 - Wrap-up: 32 years in rugby leagueHead to <a href="www.fanatics.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.fanatics.tv</a> for written versions of these interviews. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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For our first episode we invite one of Australia’s most likeable media personalities & players from the late 1980’s & early 1990’s Ian ‘Wally’ Masur. Wally joins Julie Snook & Adam Peacock to discuss the Davis Cup Finals, Rafa’s farewell & the state of Australian tennis. We share a laugh at his stories from playing & discuss his time as Davis Cup captain & as a high performance coach for Tennis Australia. We talk the Pope, Peru’s revolutionary Shining Path movement, crowd violence, Davis Cup after-parties & everything in between. Join us on the set of Deuce for an hour with the great Wally Masur.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

For our first episode we invite one of Australia’s most likeable media personalities & players from the late 1980’s & early 1990’s Ian ‘Wally’ Masur. Wally joins Julie Snook & Adam Peacock to discuss the Davis Cup Finals, Rafa’s farewell & the state of Australian tennis. We share a laugh at his stories from playing & discuss his time as Davis Cup captain & as a high performance coach for Tennis Australia. We talk the Pope, Peru’s revolutionary Shining Path movement, crowd violence, Davis Cup after-parties & everything in between. Join us on the set of Deuce for an hour with the great Wally Masur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our first episode we invite one of Australia’s most likeable media personalities &amp; players from the late 1980’s &amp; early 1990’s Ian ‘Wally’ Masur.&nbsp;Wally joins Julie Snook &amp; Adam Peacock to discuss the Davis Cup Finals, Rafa’s farewell &amp; the state of Australian tennis. We share a laugh at his stories from playing &amp; discuss his time as Davis Cup captain &amp; as a high performance coach for Tennis Australia.&nbsp;We talk the Pope, Peru’s revolutionary Shining Path movement, crowd violence, Davis Cup after-parties &amp; everything in between. Join us on the set of Deuce for an hour with the great Wally Masur. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

We've ARRIVED! Wally Masur joins Deuce to discuss Davis Cup, Rafa’s farewell and his career.

Steve &#39;Chimes&#39; Gillis has been involved in rugby league for over 30 years..As one of Australia&#39;s most renowned player managers, Chimes interviews some of the most interesting people in Australian sport..From world class players to sports doctors and administrators, ALL deliver a great story. Sit back and enjoy the interviewing skills of one of sports great story tellers..<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Steve 'Chimes' Gillis has been involved in rugby league for over 30 years. . As one of Australia's most renowned player managers, Chimes interviews some of the most interesting people in Australian sport. . From world class players to sports doctors and administrators, ALL deliver a great story. Sit back and enjoy the interviewing skills of one of sports great story tellers. . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve 'Chimes' Gillis has been involved in rugby league for over 30 years..As one of Australia's most renowned player managers, Chimes interviews some of the most interesting people in Australian sport..From world class players to sports doctors and administrators, ALL deliver a great story. Sit back and enjoy the interviewing skills of one of sports great story tellers.. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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