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Thanks Jets: Ipswich footy focus on retaining high school players

HAVING been involved in junior sport since 2002, Rugby League Ipswich (RLI) chairman David Nugent still gains immense satisfaction each season. “You see kids come through - 12 year olds now playing seniors - and still in love with the game as much...

Jets Cyril Connell, Mal Meninga young guns boost final hopes

A VICTORY in this weekend’s road trip to Bundaberg could propel the Ipswich Jets under-17 side into this year’s statewide Cyril Connell Cup final. A win by the Jets under-19 Mal Meninga Cup combination in Brisbane will also keep their final...

Rosewood Roosters eager to train on after flood threat

“RELIEF” was the best word to describe how Rosewood Roosters club president Jasmine Hassett felt after the recent impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The club fields at Anzac Park were covered in water as the rising threat peaked on Sunday...

Bulldogs coach shares extra motivation

IT was an easy decision for highly regarded junior mentor Michael Williamson to take on a senior head coaching role this season. Being a former Bulldogs player and with strong family ties to the proud club, Williamson was keen to help the West End...

Tough test for Jets after cyclone-forced game change

IPSWICH Jets head coach Tye Ingebrigtsen was disappointed for the fans as much as his players after his team’s opening 2025 state league match was postponed due to Cyclone Alfred. The Jets’ season-opener scheduled for last Saturday was against...

Thagoona family helping Bulldogs rebuild

NEW West End A-Grade head coach Michael Williamson is not only a huge Bulldogs fan preparing for the latest Rugby League Ipswich (RLI) season. Michael also appreciates the country lifestyle based at Thagoona. Michael and his family have enjoyed the...

Roosters crowing as new footy season approaches

WITH six weeks to the 2025 season kickoff, new Rosewood Roosters head coach Sam Collins couldn’t be happier. Sam is enjoying the pre-season working with assistant Josh Hassett as the pair strive to build a competitive Roosters team for this...

Gritty final effort lifts Jets players of the future

IT was a frustrating Sunday afternoon for many Ipswich Jets players of the future with injuries, second half lapses and two teams still winless in state competitions. However, the club’s Mal Meninga Cup (under 19) men’s side received a massive...

Young Jets receive positive support

MOVING around with the military for 21 years has made it difficult for Kaine Tessier to spend any length of time coaching rugby league in one place. However, the current Ipswich Jets Cyril Connell team mentor is enjoying being back in his home city...

Bombers efforts impress coaches preparing for bonding camp

IT’S always a positive sign of future success when a club leader is training the proverbial house down. That’s the case at the Fassifern Bombers where last year’s Reserve Grade captain Sam O’Connell has shelved retirement thoughts in a quest to enjoy more finals’ football.

Blake’s back with dreadlocks to share Jets milestone

HAVING played for the Ipswich Jets during the successful Walker brothers era, Blake Lenehan appreciated a positive home environment. Lenehan, 26, is back with the Jets as the progressive Ipswich club unveiled its 10th anniversary jersey in tribute...

Rosewood clubs share precious sporting history

Opinion AS Rosewood rugby league and soccer officials gear up for 2025 seasons, it’s timely to see the region’s sporting history being celebrated. Rosewood Bowls Club members and supporters recently shared in a 70th anniversary “Cobbers...

Jets players of the future focus on being better

THIS season’s promising Ipswich Jets Mal Meninga Cup side received an early reminder nothing comes easy in such a competitive state under-19 competition. However, new team coach Brad Winzar is confident the Jets will rebound quickly having so much...

Coaching ‘Star’ backs Jets pathway

IPSWICH Jets A-Grade coach Alistair ‘Star’ Taua’aletoa has been “around the blocks for the last five years” working with different regional rugby league teams. After years of service as a player and premiership-winning club coach...

Blake focused on Jets development challenge

HAVING worked for the Canterbury Bulldogs and Western Clydesdales, Blake Mara knows the importance of developing new talent. The recently appointed Ipswich Jets Pathways and Programs manager concedes it’s a difficult job, especially retaining the...

Champion club Brothers backs winning culture

LIKE many clubs, Brothers’ pre-Christmas rugby league preparations were hampered by the stormy weather. The A Grade, Reserve Grade, C Grade and women’s sides only got three of seven planned sessions training together due to the rain. However...

New partnership focuses on Rosewood Roosters rebuild

THE Rosewood Roosters have launched their 2025 rugby league season with a new senior coaching team eager to oversee a major club rebuild. Head coach Sam Collins and his assistant Josh Hassett have teamed up to guide the Roosters C-Grade team in the...

New coach Finch thrives on ‘professional’ Fassifern vibe

RESPECTED mentor Wayne Finch has kicked off a new year impressed with the “welcoming vibe” he has received coaching a country team for the first time. The former Swifts premiership-winning coach has taken over the reins of the Fassifern Bombers...

Wise message for Ipswich Jets taking a break

THE Ipswich Jets have received some timely advice heading into the Christmas break. After weeks of intensive training in at times testing conditions, the state league players have been told to maintain their fitness while enjoying time with their...