For the final episode of the year we welcome back CEO of the St George Illawarra Dragons, Tim Watsford and NRL Head Coach Shane Flanagan.

The 2024 season wrapped so we take a look back at the year that was. With November 1 fast approaching, recruitment is top of the list for the future success of The Dragons. Its clear the club has a focus on rebuilding back to a finals playing footy team. Through pathways, recruitment and coaching, 2026 promises to be a big year. And it all starts n Vegas. 

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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This week into the Dragons Den we welcome a rising star on The Red V roster, Hayden Buchanan.

Hayden got his NRL debut in round 23 against the Sharks in front of a packed Netstrata. With family and friends filling the hill, he speaks on what its like to fulfill his NRL dream.

One of the many stars to come out of the Gerringong Loins, we speak about his love for his junior club and what its like to line up along side the likes of Dylan Egan and Hamish Stewart at NRL level.

A big future, a great guy and we can't wait to see him thrive in 2026!! 

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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This week into the Dragons Den we welcome Dragons NRLW Female Football Manager Sam Bremner.

Sammy has done it all. From representing Australia, captaining the Dragons, juggling footy with motherhood, and now she’s steering the future of women’s rugby league. This week on the Dragons Den we chat with Sammy about the future of the Dragons NRLW, pathways, and how our Red V woman can work their way to a premiership. 

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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A 250 game legend of The Red V Jack de Belin joins The Dragons Den this week.

Jack has played his heart out for this club, and its something we are very grateful for. In this chat you will hear everything from being selected for his first grade debut, winning state of origin to his stint at halfback (believe it or not) and all of his favorite memories of his time at the Dragons.

As we prepare to farewell the guy we call "Bomber", enjoy this chat and lets all celebrate everything he has achieved.

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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An exciting one this week. We chat to our newly appointed Head of Recruitment and Pathways Daniel Anderson.

Daniel Anderson has had a huge impact on the careers of many of your favorite NRL stars. Which has had an even bigger impact of the ongoing success of multiple clubs. From Maths teacher to one of the most sought after names in the sport, Ando's story is amazing. His plans for the Red V are big and in this episode we get it all. 

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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This week on The Dragons Den we dive into the most talked about issue this week in Rugby League.. Trainers on the field.

With a lot of questions surrounding rules around their role. We speak to Dragons Physical Performance Manager – Dan “Lawso” Lawson.

Dan gives us real insight into how elite performance and real player care really works. And how the role of a trainer is being re defined across the NRL.

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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There has been some big changes within The Red V lately so this week we sit down with the General Manager of football Ben Haran.

Ben speaks on the recent addition of recruitment guru Daniel Anderson and what that means for the club. Our player comings, goings and rumor mill recruits. 

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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This week we welcome the two Co-Captains of the club into The Dragons Den, Clint Gutherson and Damien Cook. We chat about the harsh reality of the past few weeks, game changing refereeing decisions, making a charge towards finals footy and the excitement around the future of the club.

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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This week Mark 'Piggy' Riddell joins The Dragons Den. Piggy takes us through his experiences as a Dragon, NRL Cult Hero, his role as the NRLW Dragons assistant coach and his take on the men's current situation. Mark is a man who has been there, done that and come out the other side. You don't want to miss this one!

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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We are on the home stretch for the 2025 NRL Season and it's time for a check in with head coach Shane Flanagan. Shane opens up on what's working, what's not and what's next.

There's no doubt that the Dragons are in a transition period, Flanno talks us through the decisions around Jack de Belin and Tyrell Sloan, what Daniel Atkinson will bring to the club, the rookies pushing for a starting spot and the player acquisitions for 2026.

Honest - Direct - Real Insight

The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan

Executive Producer Jaben Ryan 

Audio and Production - Sam Wickens

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