2018 Canberra Raiders Cup

Post by **greeneyed** » September 10, 2017, 9:06 am

Adam Kyle appointed head coach of the Goulburn Bulldogs

The Goulburn Bulldogs have appointed NRL Game Development Officer and Canberra Raiders juniors coach, Adam Kyle, as head coach for 2018.

Kyle made the following announcement on Facebook and Instagram:

"It's with great pride I can finally announce that I've signed on as the head coach for the Goulburn Workers Bulldogs for season 2018.

I'm really excited to be working with this great club and players and looking forward to the season ahead.

After five years coaching some exceptionally talented young men it's with a heavy heart I've decided to step away from coaching the Raiders juniors this year."

He was the coach of the Canberra Raiders SG Ball team in 2017 and has previously coached the Harold Matthews team. He replaces former Canberra Raiders player, Michael Picker, in the role.

Post by **greeneyed** » September 15, 2017, 2:38 am

Hayden Hodge to return to the field and assist Adam Kyle in Goulburn Bulldogs coaching ranks

The Goulburn Workers Bulldogs have appointed Adam Kyle as Head Coach for 2018. Joining Kyle at Goulburn is former Raiders junior Haydon Hodge who will lace the boots up once more after overcoming serious knee injuries.

“I got him to come across as my assistant coach and he’s going to put the boots on and play for us too,” Kyle said. “For an inexperienced side, as a Goulburn boy, I think Haydon will add a lot.”

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Post by **-GD-** » September 15, 2017, 5:32 am

Hodge was a serious talent, shame about the injuries, could have been anything.

Post by **greeneyed** » October 19, 2017, 3:34 pm

Goulburn Bulldogs sign Nic Whatman and Connor Brebner from West Belconnen Warriors

The Goulburn Workers Bulldogs have announced the signings of Connor Brebner and Nic Whatman from the West Belconnen Warriors for the 2018 season. New Head Coach Adam Kyle was thrilled with the two signings.

“Connor and Nic are great additions to our side,” Kyle said. “I’ve worked with Connor when he was a part of the Canberra Raiders SG Ball side, so I know how big of a talent he is and how much he will add to our forward pack.

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Post by **greeneyed** » October 27, 2017, 2:08 pm

Canberra Raiders Cup: Woden Valley Rams sign Raiders U20s back Cody Hodge

The Woden Valley Rams have started recruitment for the 2018 season with the signing of former Canberra Raiders U20’s player Cody Hodge.

“I just can’t wait to get back on the field and try and to play some good footy again,” Hodge said.

Having suffered both ACL and MCL injuries during the season, Hodge has undergone a knee reconstruction but is on track to start training in the new year.

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Post by **greeneyed** » October 27, 2017, 3:12 pm

Canberra Raiders Cup: West Belconnen Warriors forward Tori Freeman-Quay signed by Newcastle Knights

Tori Freeman-Quay’s impressive season has been capped off as the second-rower signed a deal to play in the NSW Cup with the Newcastle Knights.

“It’s a big honour,” said Freeman-Quay. “To have an opportunity to pursue a career in football is very exciting and I’m keen to have a good crack at it.”

Freeman-Quay’s move comes off the back of his performances with the Country U23’s representative sides as they challenged Samoa before beating Scotland last weekend.

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Post by **greeneyed** » November 6, 2017, 11:47 am

Canberra Raiders junior Jack Hickson signs with Mackay Cutters

Woden Valley Rams halfback Jack Hickson has signed with Intrust Super Cup side Mackay Cutters for the 2018 season.

“It’s a goal I was hoping for this year, to get an opportunity somewhere in the Queensland Cup so it’s exciting and a proud moment”, Hickson said. “I’m looking forward to testing myself at that next level.”

Having started his football as a junior with the Valley Dragons, the 21-year-old came through the Canberra Raiders junior pathways before joining the Rams this year.

Read more: http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page ... D=60345578

West Belconnen's Beau McFarlane has a unique role during the World Cup: http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page ... D=60345613

Canberra Raiders Cup juniors enjoy World Cup experience: http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page ... D=60345586

Woden Valley Rams centre Kristian Nordin-Skipnes makes international debut for Norway: http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page ... D=60328090

Canberra Raiders Cup players in action in the World Cup: http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page ... D=60325827

zim · Post by **zim** » November 6, 2017, 2:15 pm

Good on him.

Post by **greeneyed** » November 8, 2017, 8:54 am

Canberra Raiders Cup: Woden Valley Rams sign new halfback, Zach Smith from Cooma Stallions

The Woden Valley Rams have signed Cooma Stallions halfback Zach Smith for the 2018 season. Smith, who was a part of the Stallions side that won the Group 16 Premiership last year, replaces Mackay bound halfback Jack Hickson.

“Although he is a bit older, Zach is a really good game manager and has a really strong kicking game,” Rams coach Barnes said.

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Harden Hawks name Anthony Giannasca as head coach for 2018: http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page ... D=60360685

Post by **greeneyed** » November 26, 2017, 7:06 am

Canberra Raiders Cup: Queanbeyan Kangaroos winger Jed Simbiken signs with Redcliffe Dolphins

Queanbeyan Kangaroos winger Jedidiah Simbiken has capped off a stellar year after joining Queensland Cup side the Redcliffe Dolphins.

“I came up thinking that I was going to be playing Under 20’s but after a couple of training sessions, the coach said to me “You’ve been impressive in your training sessions”, so he called me up to [train with] the Queensland Cup side,” Simbiken said.

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Post by **greeneyed** » November 26, 2017, 7:08 am

Good for the players, but the Canberra Raiders Cup is losing some young talent...

Post by **greeneyed** » November 26, 2017, 7:11 am

Canberra District Rugby League announced as a finalist for 2017 CBR Sport Awards

Canberra District Rugby League has been announced as a finalist for the Ministers Award for Inclusion at the 2017 CBR Sport Awards.

The nomination is recognition for the work that CDRL have done in making rugby league a sport for all in the Canberra region.

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Post by **greeneyed** » November 28, 2017, 11:55 am

Former Canberra Raiders forward Jeff Lima signs with Queanbeyan Kangaroos

The Queanbeyan Kangaroos have announced that two-time NRL Premiership winning prop, Jeff Lima will play for the club next year.

Lima joins the club on the back of a two-year stint with the Canberra Raiders, where he helped a number of young forwards develop their game.

“It’s good to go back and play with the local boys,” Lima said. “I want to help build grassroots footy here.”

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Post by **greeneyed** » November 28, 2017, 12:05 pm

Gungahlin Bulls Brad Martin re-joins Woden Valley Rams

The Woden Valley Rams have announced that Brad Martin will be rejoining the club after a two year stint with the Gungahlin Bulls.

“The talks I had with Ash Barnes made me really want to re-sign,” Martin said. “I like the direction that the club is going in.”

“Brad’s 24 now and at the Rams, that’s old,” Ash Barnes joked. “Brad’s been playing first grade since he was 18 so he’ll be able to add plenty of experience and quality.”

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Post by **greeneyed** » November 28, 2017, 7:39 pm

Former Canberra Raider and Melbourne Storm prop Jeff Lima joins Queanbeyan Kangaroos

Former Canberra Raiders prop and two-time NRL premiership-winner Jeff Lima will play for the Queanbeyan Kangaroos next year after ending his professional career.

"It's good to go back and play with the local boys," Lima said. "I want to help build grassroots footy here. It's always good to give back to the community and a mate of mine [Jordan Macey] used to play for the club."

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Post by **greeneyed** » November 30, 2017, 10:31 am

Bobby Roberts moves to Young a year after being named best in Canberra Raiders Cup

Young’s hunt for a quality playmaker is over after luring Bobby Roberts from West Belconnen. Young captain-coach James Woolford was thrilled to have him on board.

“He can play football,” Woolford said. “You don’t win the Canberra Player of the Year for no reason. He won that two years ago and we are looking to bring him to Young with that type of form and hopefully he can continue on.”

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Post by **greeneyed** » December 1, 2017, 8:38 pm

greeneyed wrote:Canberra District Rugby League announced as a finalist for 2017 CBR Sport Awards

Canberra District Rugby League has been announced as a finalist for the Ministers Award for Inclusion at the 2017 CBR Sport Awards.

The nomination is recognition for the work that CDRL have done in making rugby league a sport for all in the Canberra region.

Read more: http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page ... D=60467701" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Congratulations to the CRRL on winning the Award tonight!

Post by **greeneyed** » December 2, 2017, 11:40 am

CDRL presented with CBR Sports Award for Inclusion

Canberra District Rugby League have been presented with the 2017 Ministers Award for Inclusion by Yvette Berry MLA, at Friday night’s CBR Sport Awards.

The award is seen as recognition for the organisation’s women’s rugby league program which has seen 796 female’s participate – an 82% increase from last year.

This year’s addition of the Katrina Fanning Shield has allowed women from the Canberra Region to continue playing rugby league past the junior age groups.

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Post by **greeneyed** » December 7, 2017, 4:39 pm

Canberra Raiders Cup: Tom Ebsworth's 50-year journey earns Canberra Region Rugby League life membership

Tom Ebsworth has been recognised as a Canberra Region Rugby League life member on the eve of his 50th season involved in the league.

Meanwhile, the Queanbeyan Blues will begin their premiership defence against the Yass Magpies in round one at Canberra Stadium on April 5, before the Canberra Raiders face the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs in round five of the NRL season. The Goulburn Bulldogs will host the Gungahlin Bulls in round two at Canberra Stadium on April 14, before the Raiders face the Parramatta Eels.

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Canberra Raiders Cup draw announced: http://www.crrl.com.au/2018-draw/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Tom Ebsworth made CRRL life member: http://www.crrl.com.au/tom-ebsworth-life-member/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Full Canberra Raiders Cup draw: http://thegh.com.au/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=32397" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Post by **greeneyed** » December 19, 2017, 11:34 am

Canberra Raiders Cup: Lima ready to mentor Queanbeyan Kangaroo juniors

Former Canberra Raiders prop Jeff Lima has wasted no time settling into life after football having become a Youth Worker with the Canberra Police Community Youth Club (PCYC). Since retiring from playing professional rugby league, Lima has decided to play in the Austbrokers Canberra, Canberra Raiders Cup for the Queanbeyan Kangaroos.

“You don’t know what it’s like when you come from professional footy to park footy,” Lima said. “There’s a lot of passionate fans out there so I’ll give it a good go.

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CRRL further strengthens ties with Group 16: http://www.crrl.com.au/crrl-further-str ... -group-16/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Post by **greeneyed** » December 20, 2017, 12:16 pm

Canberra Raiders Cup: Yass Magpies appoint Jarrad Teka as head coach

The Yass Magpies have announced former Tuggeranong Bushrangers captain-coach Jarrad Teka as Head Coach for the 2018 season.

“I’m very pleased to be back in the Canberra competition,” Teka said. “Yass did really well under the guidance of Steve and Scott Naughton, and I’m looking forward to taking the helm.”

With the Naughton’s stepping down from coaching to focus on playing and their professional careers, the Magpies looked to appoint Teka after his impressive work with the Tumut Blues in Group Nine.

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Post by **greeneyed** » December 22, 2017, 10:59 am

Canberra Raiders Cup: Woden Valley Rams announce three signings

The Woden Valley Rams have continued their recent recruitment with Ash Vivili, Scott Geronimi and Timoci Vatubuli all having joined the club. While Barnes was influential in the signings of Geronomi and Vatubuli, Ram’s vice-captain Jeff Morgan managed to convince Vivili to sign.

“I sort of knew that I would play league at some point when I moved over from New Zealand,” Vivili said. “I didn’t know any clubs here and then I started working under Jeff Morgan and he told me about the Rams.

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