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Jets help Ipswich footballer Josiah’s NRL return

GOLD Coast Titans prop Josiah Pahulu was quick to embrace former Ipswich State High School teammates and other home-town friends after a valuable game for the Jets. Although he was unable to share in a third consecutive Jets’ state league victory...

Jets talent earns opportunity at NRL club

IPSWICH Jets Mal Meninga Cup halfback Nathan Fraser is ready for the next major step in his promising rugby league career. Fraser played hooker for the Jets A-Grade side in last season’s Rugby League Ipswich competition where he was named Senior...

Ipswich Jets keep rising: Tenacity earns state reward

THE resurgent Ipswich Jets will gain a new level of state league respect if they secure back-to-back home ground victories this weekend. Beating the Broncos-backed Burleigh Bears at the North Ipswich Reserve on Saturday would enhance the Jets’...

Jets teenagers building good character in statewide series

IPSWICH Jets coach Kaine Tessier is confident some of the region’s most promising teenagers will continue advancing through the club’s improving pathway to higher level rugby league. Tessier praised his under-17 side which finished one victory...

Military man building character in Jets teenagers

WITH a background in the military, Willowbank-based coach Kaine Tessier has moved around a lot. However, he thoroughly enjoyed working with a group of talented upcoming Ipswich Jets teenagers in this year’s Cyril Connell Cup statewide competition...

New Ipswich Jet appreciates leadership role, shares in winning boost

HAVING played more than 40 state league games, Ipswich Jets vice-captain Ollie Pascoe is ready to take the next step in his rugby league career. Pascoe, 25, knows his debut season with the Jets will have a huge bearing on his NRL ambitions. “With...

Jets young guns rise after tough road trip

THE Ipswich Jets under-17 side strengthened their Cyril Connell Cup final hopes with a “clinical” 28-6 rugby league victory over the Bulls in Bundaberg. However, it was what the young side had to deal with that most impressed coach Kaine...

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...