The defending Premiers accounted for Auburn 32-18 last weekend but our boys will be out to atone for last year's preliminary final.
Let's make sure we turn out loud and proud on Saturday at 1:45pm to see Wests get up!
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Rnd 2 - OAMPS Pre Season vs Wentworthville
If
revenge is a dish best served cold, then let's make sure we turn
Lidcombe Oval to ice this Saturday when our Magpies will face off
against Wentworthville!
The defending Premiers accounted for Auburn 32-18 last weekend but our boys will be out to atone for last year's preliminary final.
Let's make sure we turn out loud and proud on Saturday at 1:45pm to see Wests get up!
The defending Premiers accounted for Auburn 32-18 last weekend but our boys will be out to atone for last year's preliminary final.
Let's make sure we turn out loud and proud on Saturday at 1:45pm to see Wests get up!
Record investment in Rugby League
The NRL will invest more than $200 million in the development of
Rugby League over four years after securing the broadcast rights deal
plus delivering increases in sponsorship, major game revenue and
merchandise sales.
After funding and expenses, the NRL delivered a record $49.6 million in the 2013 financial year, including significant revenue growth in both broadcast and central operations.
ARLC Chairman, Mr John Grant, and NRL Chief Executive, Mr Dave Smith, today presented the NRL 2013 financial results, which represented a $60 million turnaround from 2012.
“We have significantly increased our investment in the game following the new broadcast rights deal, with 100 per cent of all revenue generated by the media rights deal invested in the game,” Mr Smith said.
“Our non-broadcast revenue through sponsorship, major game revenue and merchandise covers all central operating expenses – and still generates a surplus which is reinvested in the game.
“Our results show that Rugby League is investing more in the game than ever before and is now truly positioned to enter a period of growth that will make it the strongest and healthiest it has ever been.”
Mr Smith said the NRL would invest in areas which generated strong commercial returns.
The NRL is forecasting that more than $200 million will be available for strategic investment in the future of the game of which $80 million is forecast to be set aside for a “sustainability fund” that is invested to generate a commercial return over the next four years.
Like private sector companies, the NRL is creating a reserve to ensure it has financial security to withstand any unforeseen events. The NRL’s goal is for non-broadcast revenue to double over the next four years.
In addition, at least $120 million will be put into a “growth fund” over four years to be used to invest directly in the strategic priorities of the game from grassroots to NRL clubs, fans and members, stadia and infrastructure, and commercial operations that generate more returns for investment.
The $120 million will be spent on football and participation, fans and members and financial sustainability and governance.
ARLC Chairman, Mr John Grant, said 2013 had delivered a solid injection to the growth fund and, as this was invested over time, it would ensure Rugby League has a sustainable foundation from which it can continue to evolve as the most dynamic and exciting sport in Australia.
“We set out as a Commission to create a financial base that, if invested wisely, could make a real and long term difference to Rugby League,” he said.
“In 2014 and beyond, we will work with our clubs, State Leagues and affiliates to apply the funds in ways that meet the game’s strategic priorities.”
Mr Smith said strategic investments were already being made in the game.
More than $4 million has already been spent on a membership drive and player education and welfare in the three months since the end of the 2013 financial year (October 31).
And a further $30 million has been identified to invest in key programs including activities to create a stronger fan and membership culture; support for clubs playing in the State Leagues, grass roots infrastructure and touch football participation.
“The $1.2 billion broadcast rights deal, negotiated in 2012, provided the opportunity to fundamentally change the way we operate,” Mr Smith said.
“We are using this opportunity to embed a new funding model where all revenue generated by the media rights deal is wholly invested back into the game and central business expenses are self-funded by non-broadcast revenue.
“At the same time, we are being disciplined with our costs, especially in relation to staffing and administration.
“This will continue with the aim of keeping operating cost increases in line with inflation or lower if possible over the next four years.”
Highlights from the 2013 financial results include:
• Central revenues of $314 million with increases across both broadcast (up 118%) and central operations (up 16%). Led by 25% increase in sponsorship and 14% in major game revenue.
• A higher yield from major events and sponsorship to give the NRL a better quality income stream.
• More than $241 million invested into the game.
• $2.2 million investment in new governance measures, including the Integrity Unit, to deliver a state-of-the-art drug testing regime, policing the NRL rules, and managing the salary cap.
• Increase in club funding from $76 million to almost $120 million (up 57%), ensuring that for the first time NRL club funding was greater than the agreed salary cap.
• Increase in funding for state leagues and affiliates to about $17 million (up 18%).
• More than $22 million allocated to support grassroots competitions and Rugby League school based activities.
• Stable operating costs achieved despite revenue growth with a 2% increase in administration costs to $15.7 million plus an extra $2 million in competition, player education and welfare and community costs.
The NRL 2013 Annual Report and further information about the NRL’s performance and focus is available here
After funding and expenses, the NRL delivered a record $49.6 million in the 2013 financial year, including significant revenue growth in both broadcast and central operations.
ARLC Chairman, Mr John Grant, and NRL Chief Executive, Mr Dave Smith, today presented the NRL 2013 financial results, which represented a $60 million turnaround from 2012.
“We have significantly increased our investment in the game following the new broadcast rights deal, with 100 per cent of all revenue generated by the media rights deal invested in the game,” Mr Smith said.
“Our non-broadcast revenue through sponsorship, major game revenue and merchandise covers all central operating expenses – and still generates a surplus which is reinvested in the game.
“Our results show that Rugby League is investing more in the game than ever before and is now truly positioned to enter a period of growth that will make it the strongest and healthiest it has ever been.”
Mr Smith said the NRL would invest in areas which generated strong commercial returns.
The NRL is forecasting that more than $200 million will be available for strategic investment in the future of the game of which $80 million is forecast to be set aside for a “sustainability fund” that is invested to generate a commercial return over the next four years.
Like private sector companies, the NRL is creating a reserve to ensure it has financial security to withstand any unforeseen events. The NRL’s goal is for non-broadcast revenue to double over the next four years.
In addition, at least $120 million will be put into a “growth fund” over four years to be used to invest directly in the strategic priorities of the game from grassroots to NRL clubs, fans and members, stadia and infrastructure, and commercial operations that generate more returns for investment.
The $120 million will be spent on football and participation, fans and members and financial sustainability and governance.
ARLC Chairman, Mr John Grant, said 2013 had delivered a solid injection to the growth fund and, as this was invested over time, it would ensure Rugby League has a sustainable foundation from which it can continue to evolve as the most dynamic and exciting sport in Australia.
“We set out as a Commission to create a financial base that, if invested wisely, could make a real and long term difference to Rugby League,” he said.
“In 2014 and beyond, we will work with our clubs, State Leagues and affiliates to apply the funds in ways that meet the game’s strategic priorities.”
Mr Smith said strategic investments were already being made in the game.
More than $4 million has already been spent on a membership drive and player education and welfare in the three months since the end of the 2013 financial year (October 31).
And a further $30 million has been identified to invest in key programs including activities to create a stronger fan and membership culture; support for clubs playing in the State Leagues, grass roots infrastructure and touch football participation.
“The $1.2 billion broadcast rights deal, negotiated in 2012, provided the opportunity to fundamentally change the way we operate,” Mr Smith said.
“We are using this opportunity to embed a new funding model where all revenue generated by the media rights deal is wholly invested back into the game and central business expenses are self-funded by non-broadcast revenue.
“At the same time, we are being disciplined with our costs, especially in relation to staffing and administration.
“This will continue with the aim of keeping operating cost increases in line with inflation or lower if possible over the next four years.”
Highlights from the 2013 financial results include:
• Central revenues of $314 million with increases across both broadcast (up 118%) and central operations (up 16%). Led by 25% increase in sponsorship and 14% in major game revenue.
• A higher yield from major events and sponsorship to give the NRL a better quality income stream.
• More than $241 million invested into the game.
• $2.2 million investment in new governance measures, including the Integrity Unit, to deliver a state-of-the-art drug testing regime, policing the NRL rules, and managing the salary cap.
• Increase in club funding from $76 million to almost $120 million (up 57%), ensuring that for the first time NRL club funding was greater than the agreed salary cap.
• Increase in funding for state leagues and affiliates to about $17 million (up 18%).
• More than $22 million allocated to support grassroots competitions and Rugby League school based activities.
• Stable operating costs achieved despite revenue growth with a 2% increase in administration costs to $15.7 million plus an extra $2 million in competition, player education and welfare and community costs.
The NRL 2013 Annual Report and further information about the NRL’s performance and focus is available here
Rnd 3 - Harold Matthews and S.G. Ball Teams
The Junior Western Suburbs Magpies take on the mighty Eastern Suburbs (Sydney) Roosters this Saturday at Campbelltown Stadium. The boys would love your support.
S.G.Ball
1. MASON CERRUTO
2. CHRISTIAN TULUA
3. DAVID WRIGHT
4. LIAM CASSIDY
5. MAKAERE BUSH
6. VEIRU MAPESONE
7. JACK PAYNE
8. DANE COSKERIE
9. TYSON WAWATAI
10. DEMPSEY ANDERSON
11. RAY STONE
12. MARK MCCORMACK
13. CHRIS VE’E
14. KADE YULE
15. JETT KARAM
16. CODY KING
17. TANIELA PASEKA
18. JAMES PERLOWSKI
19. CHARLTON SCHAAFHAUSEN
20. JACKSON KULI
21. VISIANO VAOHEA
22. KYE MADDEN
23. JORDIE REID
24. LUKHAN TUI
COACH: BEN ROGERS
Harold Matthews
1. JAMEN JOHNSON
2. DALLAS GRIECO
3. JUSTICE UTATAO
4. NEPOTE KAVAPALU
5. MANISELA TEUHEMA
6. HOSEA LEUEA
7. AILEND PIHEMA
8. TOM ANGEL
9. HAYDEN MOON
10. TAUFA KAVAPALU
11. NATHAN NOOROA
12. KERETI TAUTAIOLEFUA
13. JUNIOR FAINGA’A
14. KYREN JACOB
15. JAKE SCOTT
16. TRENT PEOPLES
17. BROCK BENTLEY
18. NATHAN PATOLO
19. JAMES TAUTAIOLEFUA
20. JACK GREENE
21. CODY BENSON
22. CHRISTIAN POUTOA
23. BLAKE LEAVER
24. SIOSAIA MATAKA
COACH: SHANE SULTANA
S.G.Ball
1. MASON CERRUTO
2. CHRISTIAN TULUA
3. DAVID WRIGHT
4. LIAM CASSIDY
5. MAKAERE BUSH
6. VEIRU MAPESONE
7. JACK PAYNE
8. DANE COSKERIE
9. TYSON WAWATAI
10. DEMPSEY ANDERSON
11. RAY STONE
12. MARK MCCORMACK
13. CHRIS VE’E
14. KADE YULE
15. JETT KARAM
16. CODY KING
17. TANIELA PASEKA
18. JAMES PERLOWSKI
19. CHARLTON SCHAAFHAUSEN
20. JACKSON KULI
21. VISIANO VAOHEA
22. KYE MADDEN
23. JORDIE REID
24. LUKHAN TUI
COACH: BEN ROGERS
Harold Matthews
1. JAMEN JOHNSON
2. DALLAS GRIECO
3. JUSTICE UTATAO
4. NEPOTE KAVAPALU
5. MANISELA TEUHEMA
6. HOSEA LEUEA
7. AILEND PIHEMA
8. TOM ANGEL
9. HAYDEN MOON
10. TAUFA KAVAPALU
11. NATHAN NOOROA
12. KERETI TAUTAIOLEFUA
13. JUNIOR FAINGA’A
14. KYREN JACOB
15. JAKE SCOTT
16. TRENT PEOPLES
17. BROCK BENTLEY
18. NATHAN PATOLO
19. JAMES TAUTAIOLEFUA
20. JACK GREENE
21. CODY BENSON
22. CHRISTIAN POUTOA
23. BLAKE LEAVER
24. SIOSAIA MATAKA
COACH: SHANE SULTANA
Monday, February 24, 2014
2014 International Test Australia V New Zealand
The NRL has confirmed international Rugby League will return to Sydney in 2014 with the May 2 Test between Australia and New Zealand to be held at Allianz Stadium.
It will be the first time the Holden Kangaroos have played the Kiwis in Sydney since 2008. The Sydney Test will also be the first match for the Holden Kangaroos since their stunning victory over New Zealand in the final of the 2013 World Cup at Old Trafford, in Manchester, last November.
Tickets for NRL Club Members start at just $20 for adults, $8 children and families for $50.
For the loudest and proudest Kangaroo supporters, the match will also see the popular Roo Crew Supporters section at the southern end of the venue. Tickets in this section start at just $35 for adults and $25 for children, and every ticket purchased includes a Roo Crew T-shirt and Flag!
It will be the first time the Holden Kangaroos have played the Kiwis in Sydney since 2008. The Sydney Test will also be the first match for the Holden Kangaroos since their stunning victory over New Zealand in the final of the 2013 World Cup at Old Trafford, in Manchester, last November.
Tickets for NRL Club Members start at just $20 for adults, $8 children and families for $50.
For the loudest and proudest Kangaroo supporters, the match will also see the popular Roo Crew Supporters section at the southern end of the venue. Tickets in this section start at just $35 for adults and $25 for children, and every ticket purchased includes a Roo Crew T-shirt and Flag!
OAMPS Pre-Season Match Report: Wests v Windsor
Western Suburbs began their 2014 OAMPS pre-season campaign in style with
a physical and deserved 26-16 victory over Windsor at Lidcombe Oval.
After being outclassed a fortnight earlier by the Penrith Panthers NSW Cup side, the Magpies looked to show what they were capable of, and the Magpies didn't take long to demonstrate they meant business.
After a series barnstorming runs, Dayne Craig ran the short side to create an overlap before handing off to Tala Mapesone, who strolled over. Michael Stevens potted the touchline conversion and the Magpies led 6-0 after just four minutes.
An exchange of penalties and handling errors stalled the game but with seven minutes to quarter time, the Magpies added to their lead with a series of short passes down the left hand side finding Junior Vaivai, who stepped inside the Windsor fullback to touch down. Michael Stevens pushed the kick across the face of goal, which saw Wests secure a 10-0 lead which they took to the first break.
Wests picked up where they left off with a bizarre try to begin the second quarter. A Windsor bomb was allowed to bounce and was picked up by Junior Vaivai. Vaivai kicked ahead to avoid going out and was deemed to have regained possession by the referee despite the protests of the Wolves players. From the ensuing play the ball, Michael Stevens sold a dummy to the first marker and sent Rusty Bristow storming through what would more accurately be described as a chasm rather than a gap in the Windsor defence, Bristow running 50 metres to touch down out wide. Stevens again failed to convert, Wests ahead 14-0 four minutes in.
Wests added to their score on ten minutes with Brstow's second try, who carried plenty of defence over the line after a glorious long ball from Michael Stevens. Unfortunately, Stevens' boot wasn't quite as on song as his hands, with yet another conversion attempt sailing wide, with Wests now leading 18-0.
Windsor needed to score quickly and did so Iain Riccardi, who performed a neat hit and spin manoveure to touch down. James Thiel added the extras from alongside the posts and Windsor were back to within a dozen.
However, Windsor could not maintain their momentum and right on halftime, the Magpies registered their fifth try with Stevens again playing provider with a long ball, which this time found the chest of Junior Vaivai. Unfortunately yet another Stevens conversion sailed wide, with Wests heading to the main break ahead 22-6.
The third quarter was memorable not for any wonderful attacking moves, but rather the incredible scrambling defence Wests put together to begin the period. This was vindicated seven minutes into the second half, as a lovely cutut ball from Nu Akeripa sent Tala Mapesone in for his second of the day, the third player to register a double. Michael Stevens was not enjoying a change of luck with the kicks, Wests ahead 26-6 after 49 minutes.
As the third quarter wound down, Wests were starting to feel the pinch of some extended periods of defence, and Windsor prop Jack Quealey took advantage of a tiring Magpies defence to charge through the Magpies' smaller player to grab a try. James Thiel failed to convert and, with 20 minutes to play, Wests lead by 26-10.
The final quarter was a true trial as both sides gave up the ball as often as penalties, although the Wests defence was certainly the more aggressive. However, Windsor would have the last laugh, as Logan Geyer stormed through the Wests defence to race from halfway to score. Iain Riccardi slotted the extras, but it was too little too late as the Magpies ran out victors by 26-16.
Magpies coach Leo Epifania said he was happy wth the performance as, although there was still much to work on, there were clear signs of improvement from the team's last performance against the Panthers. Epifania said more hard work and more game time would see even more improvement and he felt the Magpies are n the right path for the coming season.
Wests will now look to take revenge for their elimination in last year's preliminary final when they take on Wentworthville next weekend.
WESTERN SUBURBS 26 (Tala Mapesone 2, Junior Vaivai 2, Rusty Bristow 2 tries; Michael Stevens 1 from 6) def WINDSOR 16 (Iain Riccardi, Jack Quealey, Logan Geyer tries; James Thiel 1 from 2, Iain Riccardi 1 from 1)
Penalties: Wests 6 Windsor 13
Halftime: Wests 22 Windsor 6
Western Suburbs
1. Ryan Clarke
2. Tala Mapesone
3. Rusty Bristow
4. Jerome Mose
5. Junior Vaivai
6. Andrew Sultana
7. Michael Stevens
8. Jarrad Szczudlo
9. Dayne Craig
10. Fred Tevago
11. Shane Lalogafau
12. Nu Akeripa
13. Tunui Maurangi
14. Rhys Norman
15. Maurangi Maurangi
16. Rhys Tucker
17. Craig Shipley
18. Hayden Johnston
19. Jacob Folent
20. Thomas Crealy
21. Ronnie Palumbo
22. PJ Hunt
23. Fran Welsh
24. Soni Passi
25. David Ryan
Windsor
1. Adam Williams
2. Naya Freeman
3. Mitch Denning
4. PJ Cartwright
5. Chris Aunese-Scanlan
6. Logan Geyer
22. Kauri Aupouri
8. Jack Quealey
9. Campbell Battye-Smith
10. Jordan Hall
11. Iain Riccardi
15. Rangi Tagaloa
13. Dave Cowhan
14. Ryan Traonte
16. David Mahe
17. Malcolm Timbery-Thornton
18. Darcy Trindall
19. Jason Doran
20. James Thiel
21. Brandon Smallwood
After being outclassed a fortnight earlier by the Penrith Panthers NSW Cup side, the Magpies looked to show what they were capable of, and the Magpies didn't take long to demonstrate they meant business.
After a series barnstorming runs, Dayne Craig ran the short side to create an overlap before handing off to Tala Mapesone, who strolled over. Michael Stevens potted the touchline conversion and the Magpies led 6-0 after just four minutes.
An exchange of penalties and handling errors stalled the game but with seven minutes to quarter time, the Magpies added to their lead with a series of short passes down the left hand side finding Junior Vaivai, who stepped inside the Windsor fullback to touch down. Michael Stevens pushed the kick across the face of goal, which saw Wests secure a 10-0 lead which they took to the first break.
Wests picked up where they left off with a bizarre try to begin the second quarter. A Windsor bomb was allowed to bounce and was picked up by Junior Vaivai. Vaivai kicked ahead to avoid going out and was deemed to have regained possession by the referee despite the protests of the Wolves players. From the ensuing play the ball, Michael Stevens sold a dummy to the first marker and sent Rusty Bristow storming through what would more accurately be described as a chasm rather than a gap in the Windsor defence, Bristow running 50 metres to touch down out wide. Stevens again failed to convert, Wests ahead 14-0 four minutes in.
Wests added to their score on ten minutes with Brstow's second try, who carried plenty of defence over the line after a glorious long ball from Michael Stevens. Unfortunately, Stevens' boot wasn't quite as on song as his hands, with yet another conversion attempt sailing wide, with Wests now leading 18-0.
Windsor needed to score quickly and did so Iain Riccardi, who performed a neat hit and spin manoveure to touch down. James Thiel added the extras from alongside the posts and Windsor were back to within a dozen.
However, Windsor could not maintain their momentum and right on halftime, the Magpies registered their fifth try with Stevens again playing provider with a long ball, which this time found the chest of Junior Vaivai. Unfortunately yet another Stevens conversion sailed wide, with Wests heading to the main break ahead 22-6.
The third quarter was memorable not for any wonderful attacking moves, but rather the incredible scrambling defence Wests put together to begin the period. This was vindicated seven minutes into the second half, as a lovely cutut ball from Nu Akeripa sent Tala Mapesone in for his second of the day, the third player to register a double. Michael Stevens was not enjoying a change of luck with the kicks, Wests ahead 26-6 after 49 minutes.
As the third quarter wound down, Wests were starting to feel the pinch of some extended periods of defence, and Windsor prop Jack Quealey took advantage of a tiring Magpies defence to charge through the Magpies' smaller player to grab a try. James Thiel failed to convert and, with 20 minutes to play, Wests lead by 26-10.
The final quarter was a true trial as both sides gave up the ball as often as penalties, although the Wests defence was certainly the more aggressive. However, Windsor would have the last laugh, as Logan Geyer stormed through the Wests defence to race from halfway to score. Iain Riccardi slotted the extras, but it was too little too late as the Magpies ran out victors by 26-16.
Magpies coach Leo Epifania said he was happy wth the performance as, although there was still much to work on, there were clear signs of improvement from the team's last performance against the Panthers. Epifania said more hard work and more game time would see even more improvement and he felt the Magpies are n the right path for the coming season.
Wests will now look to take revenge for their elimination in last year's preliminary final when they take on Wentworthville next weekend.
WESTERN SUBURBS 26 (Tala Mapesone 2, Junior Vaivai 2, Rusty Bristow 2 tries; Michael Stevens 1 from 6) def WINDSOR 16 (Iain Riccardi, Jack Quealey, Logan Geyer tries; James Thiel 1 from 2, Iain Riccardi 1 from 1)
Penalties: Wests 6 Windsor 13
Halftime: Wests 22 Windsor 6
Western Suburbs
1. Ryan Clarke
2. Tala Mapesone
3. Rusty Bristow
4. Jerome Mose
5. Junior Vaivai
6. Andrew Sultana
7. Michael Stevens
8. Jarrad Szczudlo
9. Dayne Craig
10. Fred Tevago
11. Shane Lalogafau
12. Nu Akeripa
13. Tunui Maurangi
14. Rhys Norman
15. Maurangi Maurangi
16. Rhys Tucker
17. Craig Shipley
18. Hayden Johnston
19. Jacob Folent
20. Thomas Crealy
21. Ronnie Palumbo
22. PJ Hunt
23. Fran Welsh
24. Soni Passi
25. David Ryan
Windsor
1. Adam Williams
2. Naya Freeman
3. Mitch Denning
4. PJ Cartwright
5. Chris Aunese-Scanlan
6. Logan Geyer
22. Kauri Aupouri
8. Jack Quealey
9. Campbell Battye-Smith
10. Jordan Hall
11. Iain Riccardi
15. Rangi Tagaloa
13. Dave Cowhan
14. Ryan Traonte
16. David Mahe
17. Malcolm Timbery-Thornton
18. Darcy Trindall
19. Jason Doran
20. James Thiel
21. Brandon Smallwood
Team Sheets - Matts and Balls v Manly
Here are the Western Suburbs Team Sheets listing the point scorers for the Harold Matthews and SG Ball teams that took on Manly last weekend.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
OAMPS Cup - Wests v Windsor
Western Suburbs Magpies will take on the Windsor Wolves at 4pm, this Sunday at Lidcombe Oval. Please come along and support the lads.
The beginning of the OAMPS Pre Season Cup for Ron Massey Cup and True Blue Chemicals Sydney Shield clubs mean the season is almost upon us. Check out the Round 1 draw below.
WEEK 1 - OAMPS PRESEASON - SATURDAY 22nd FEBRUARY
SS Mounties V East Campbelltown EAGLES Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 12.00 noon
RMC Mounties V The Entrance TIGERS Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 2.00 pm
SS Auburn WARRIORS V Wentworthville MAGPIES Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 4.00 pm
RMC Auburn WARRIORS V Wentworthville MAGPIES Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 6.00 pm
WEEK 1 - OAMPS PRESEASON - SUNDAY 23rd FEBRUARY
SS Belrose Eagles V Hills District Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [1] 12.00 noon
SS Cabramatta TWO BLUES V Burwood Nth Ryde UNITED Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [2] 2.00 pm
RMC Cabramatta TWO BLUES V Burwood Nth Ryde UNITED Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [1] 2.00 pm
SS Asquith MAGPIES V Guildford Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [2] 4.00 pm
RMC Asquith MAGPIES V Guildford Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [1] 4.00 pm
SS Blacktown WORKERS V Peninsula SEAGULLS Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 12.00 noon
RMC Blacktown WORKERS V Kingsgrove COLTS Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 2.00 pm
RMC Windsor WOLVES V Western Suburbs MAGPIES Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 4.00 pm
The beginning of the OAMPS Pre Season Cup for Ron Massey Cup and True Blue Chemicals Sydney Shield clubs mean the season is almost upon us. Check out the Round 1 draw below.
WEEK 1 - OAMPS PRESEASON - SATURDAY 22nd FEBRUARY
SS Mounties V East Campbelltown EAGLES Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 12.00 noon
RMC Mounties V The Entrance TIGERS Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 2.00 pm
SS Auburn WARRIORS V Wentworthville MAGPIES Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 4.00 pm
RMC Auburn WARRIORS V Wentworthville MAGPIES Saturday - 22nd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 6.00 pm
WEEK 1 - OAMPS PRESEASON - SUNDAY 23rd FEBRUARY
SS Belrose Eagles V Hills District Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [1] 12.00 noon
SS Cabramatta TWO BLUES V Burwood Nth Ryde UNITED Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [2] 2.00 pm
RMC Cabramatta TWO BLUES V Burwood Nth Ryde UNITED Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [1] 2.00 pm
SS Asquith MAGPIES V Guildford Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [2] 4.00 pm
RMC Asquith MAGPIES V Guildford Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Norford Park [1] 4.00 pm
SS Blacktown WORKERS V Peninsula SEAGULLS Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 12.00 noon
RMC Blacktown WORKERS V Kingsgrove COLTS Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 2.00 pm
RMC Windsor WOLVES V Western Suburbs MAGPIES Sunday - 23rd February, 2014 Lidcombe Oval 4.00 pm
Magpies Heritage Night Function
The 4th of April is set to be another night to remember as the Magpies will be holding a "Bring Back the Biff" function to celebrate the NRL's heritage round. Hear an expert panel consisting off Roy Masters, Tom Raudonikis, John Dorahy, Ray Brown and Les Boyd re-live that exciting late 1970s, early ‘80s Lidcombe Oval era.
The
Date: Friday evening.
April 4th., 2014
Venue: Wests Leagues Ashfield
Auditorium
The Format: Profile Western Suburbs Players/Coaches
and their Ladies will each host a Table and Supporters will have the
opportunity to purchase Tickets to be in the company of the Player of their
choice.
In keeping with the NRL ‘Heritage
Round’, Wests Magpies will ‘bring back the biff’ as a Special Panel of Roy
Masters, Tom Raudonikis, John Dorahy, Ray Brown and Les Boyd re-live that
exciting late 1970s, early ‘80s Lidcombe Oval era.
Entertainment: Comedian BEN PRICE
Various Magpie Video Highlights, produced specially
for the Evening.
Sponsor: Receives eight [8] Seats
with the Wests Player of your choice.
Naming Rights
to the Event.
Corporate
name on all Media Releases, Publicity Flyers and
Website
information, ProTicket Booking information.
Wests Magpies website has function links
with Wests Forum,
Wests
Ashfield, Wests Campbelltown and Wests Tigers sites.
There will be a saturation Media campaign to publicise
the Event, inclusive of your Corporate naming Rights credit.
Price: $5,000-
ALL
FUNDRAISING is for Western Suburbs DRLF Club Limited.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
OAMPS Pre-Season Cup
The
Western Suburbs Magpies will begin their 2014 campaign with their OAMPS
round 1 fixture against the Windsor Wolves on Sunday at Lidcombe Oval.
The Magpies will kick off at 4pm against the Wolves, with matches beginning at 12pm.
The Magpies will be looking to establish their reputation as one of the RMC heavyweights after falling agonisingly short of a Grand Final appearance last season, while Windsor will be looking to repeat their 2012 pre-season victory, so make sure all you black and white fans get out there on Sunday!
The Magpies will kick off at 4pm against the Wolves, with matches beginning at 12pm.
The Magpies will be looking to establish their reputation as one of the RMC heavyweights after falling agonisingly short of a Grand Final appearance last season, while Windsor will be looking to repeat their 2012 pre-season victory, so make sure all you black and white fans get out there on Sunday!
Thankyou to The Food Lover's Market
The boys were always very well looked after
with plenty of fresh fruit (the watermelons were always a favourite)
last year by The Food Lover's Market. Our very own Johnny Harbon thought
it was only fair we show our appreciation for their valuable
contribution to our efforts in 2013!
Junior League Registration day this Sunday
Wests Tigers will hold two Fan and Junior League Registration days on
Sunday, February 23, 2014, one at Concord Oval and one at Campbelltown
Athletics Track, located next to Campbelltown Sports Stadium.
The Wests Tigers NRL squad will split in two, ensuring that fans don’t miss the opportunity to see many of their favourite players up close.
The day is also a great opportunity for young fans to become involved and register with either Balmain or Western Suburbs Junior Rugby League Clubs.
The event at Concord Oval will run from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Sunday and will feature captain Robbie Farah as well as young stars Mitchell Moses and Luke Brooks, with players from 11 different junior league teams in attendance.
The event at Campbelltown Athletics Track will run from 10:00am to 1:30pm and will feature a number of experienced first-grade players such as Liam Fulton, Pat Richards and Braith Anasta as well as young stars James Tedesco and David Nofoaluma. In total, over 15 different junior league teams will be represented.
(Note: The team are playing the Cronulla Sharks in a trial the night before, so players are still subject to availability due to recovery.)
With the opportunity to sign up for the coming season with either Balmain or Western Suburbs Junior League clubs, Wests Tigers are also running a special $25 junior membership which includes a cap, backpack, activity pack and two general admission tickets to any 2014 home game at ANZ Stadium. To purchase this membership, players must be registered with a club from either Balmain or Western Suburbs.
Selected 2013 Wests Tigers merchandise will also be on sale at both locations at a 50% discount, so make sure you come along on Sunday and support the team by making the Wests Tigers a part of your life in 2014.
10:00am to 1:30pm — Campbelltown Athletics Track
Located next to Campbelltown Sport Stadium, Campbelltown.
Highlights of the day include “come-and-try” clinics, jumping castle, dunking machine, 50% off selected 2013 merchandise, the opportunity to purchase 2014 season memberships and much more!
11:00am to 1:00pm — Concord Oval
Located on Loftus Street, Concord. Limited on-street parking available.
Highlights of the day include “come-and-try” clinics, a range of discounts and offers from Wests Tigers sponsors, 50% off selected 2013 merchandise, the opportunity to purchase 2014 season memberships and much more!
The Wests Tigers NRL squad will split in two, ensuring that fans don’t miss the opportunity to see many of their favourite players up close.
The day is also a great opportunity for young fans to become involved and register with either Balmain or Western Suburbs Junior Rugby League Clubs.
The event at Concord Oval will run from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Sunday and will feature captain Robbie Farah as well as young stars Mitchell Moses and Luke Brooks, with players from 11 different junior league teams in attendance.
The event at Campbelltown Athletics Track will run from 10:00am to 1:30pm and will feature a number of experienced first-grade players such as Liam Fulton, Pat Richards and Braith Anasta as well as young stars James Tedesco and David Nofoaluma. In total, over 15 different junior league teams will be represented.
(Note: The team are playing the Cronulla Sharks in a trial the night before, so players are still subject to availability due to recovery.)
With the opportunity to sign up for the coming season with either Balmain or Western Suburbs Junior League clubs, Wests Tigers are also running a special $25 junior membership which includes a cap, backpack, activity pack and two general admission tickets to any 2014 home game at ANZ Stadium. To purchase this membership, players must be registered with a club from either Balmain or Western Suburbs.
Selected 2013 Wests Tigers merchandise will also be on sale at both locations at a 50% discount, so make sure you come along on Sunday and support the team by making the Wests Tigers a part of your life in 2014.
10:00am to 1:30pm — Campbelltown Athletics Track
Located next to Campbelltown Sport Stadium, Campbelltown.
Highlights of the day include “come-and-try” clinics, jumping castle, dunking machine, 50% off selected 2013 merchandise, the opportunity to purchase 2014 season memberships and much more!
11:00am to 1:00pm — Concord Oval
Located on Loftus Street, Concord. Limited on-street parking available.
Highlights of the day include “come-and-try” clinics, a range of discounts and offers from Wests Tigers sponsors, 50% off selected 2013 merchandise, the opportunity to purchase 2014 season memberships and much more!
Rnd 2 - Harold Matthews and S.G. Ball Teams
Having won both matches last weekend, Western Suburbs Junior League
have again named strong squads for their respective SG Ball and Harold
Matthews squads this weekend.
Western Suburbs were too strong for Newcastle in S.G. Ball — cruising to a 28-14 victory — but were forced into a much closer contest in Harold Matthews. In the end, it was a double from Manisela Teuhema that proved the difference as they irked out a close 26-24 win.
The Magpies will play their Round 2 fixture on Saturday, February 22 against Manly at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. Harold Matthews will kick off proceedings at 9:00am AEDT, with SG Ball to take the field soon after at 10:15am AEDT.
Western Suburbs Harold Matthews Round 2 Team
1. Jamen Johnson
2. James Tautaiolefua
3. Justice Utatao
4. Nepote Kavapalu
5. Manisela Teuhema
6. Hosea Leuea
7. Kyren Jacob
8. Tom Angel
9. Hayden Moon
10. Taufa Kavapalu
11. Nathan Nooroa
12. Kereti Tautaiolefua
13. Junior Fainga’a
Interchange:
14. Ailend Pihema
15. Jake Scott
16. Trent Peoples
17. Brock Bentley
18. Nathan Patolo
19. Dallas Grieco
20. Jack Greene
21. Cody Benson
22. Christian Poutoa
23. Blake Leaver
24. Siosaia Mataka
Coach: Shane Sultana
Western Suburbs SG Ball Round 2 Team
1. Mason Cerruto
2. Christian Tulua
3. David Wright
4. Liam Cassidy
5. Makaere Bush
6. Veiru Mapesone
7. Jack Payne
8. Dane Coskerie
9. Tyson Wawatai
10. Kye Madden
11. Ray Stone
12. Mark McCormack
13. Chris Ve’e
Interchange:
14. Kade Yule
15. Jett Karan
16. Cody King
17. Taniela Paseka
18. James Perlowski
19. Charlton Schaafhausen
20. Jackson Kuli
21. Visiano Vaohea
22. Dempsey Anderson
23. Jordie Reid
24. Lukham Tui
Coach: Ben Rogers
Western Suburbs were too strong for Newcastle in S.G. Ball — cruising to a 28-14 victory — but were forced into a much closer contest in Harold Matthews. In the end, it was a double from Manisela Teuhema that proved the difference as they irked out a close 26-24 win.
The Magpies will play their Round 2 fixture on Saturday, February 22 against Manly at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. Harold Matthews will kick off proceedings at 9:00am AEDT, with SG Ball to take the field soon after at 10:15am AEDT.
Western Suburbs Harold Matthews Round 2 Team
1. Jamen Johnson
2. James Tautaiolefua
3. Justice Utatao
4. Nepote Kavapalu
5. Manisela Teuhema
6. Hosea Leuea
7. Kyren Jacob
8. Tom Angel
9. Hayden Moon
10. Taufa Kavapalu
11. Nathan Nooroa
12. Kereti Tautaiolefua
13. Junior Fainga’a
Interchange:
14. Ailend Pihema
15. Jake Scott
16. Trent Peoples
17. Brock Bentley
18. Nathan Patolo
19. Dallas Grieco
20. Jack Greene
21. Cody Benson
22. Christian Poutoa
23. Blake Leaver
24. Siosaia Mataka
Coach: Shane Sultana
Western Suburbs SG Ball Round 2 Team
1. Mason Cerruto
2. Christian Tulua
3. David Wright
4. Liam Cassidy
5. Makaere Bush
6. Veiru Mapesone
7. Jack Payne
8. Dane Coskerie
9. Tyson Wawatai
10. Kye Madden
11. Ray Stone
12. Mark McCormack
13. Chris Ve’e
Interchange:
14. Kade Yule
15. Jett Karan
16. Cody King
17. Taniela Paseka
18. James Perlowski
19. Charlton Schaafhausen
20. Jackson Kuli
21. Visiano Vaohea
22. Dempsey Anderson
23. Jordie Reid
24. Lukham Tui
Coach: Ben Rogers
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Rnd 1 - Harold Matthews and S.G. Ball Teams
The Matts and Ball season begins this Saturday with the Mighty Magpies taking on the Newcastle Knights at Cessnock Sports Ground. Matts kick off at 4.00pm and Ball at 5:30pm. Go get'em lads!
Western Suburbs Magpies
Harold Matthews (Under 16's)
1. JAMEN JOHNSON
2. JAMES TAUTAIOLEFUA
3. JUSTICE UTATAO
4. NEPOTE KAVAPALU
5. MANISELA TEUHEMA
6. HOSEA LEUEA
7. KYREN JACOB
8. TOM ANGEL
9. HAYDEN MOON
10. BLAKE LEAVER
11. NATHAN NOOROA
12. KERETI TAUTAIOLEFUA
13. JUNIOR FAINGA’A
14. AILEND PIHEMA
15. JAKE SCOTT
16. TRENT PEOPLES
17. BROCK BENTLEY
18. NATHAN PATOLO
19. DALLAS GRIECO
20. JACK GREENE
21. CODY BENSON
22. CHRISTIAN POUTOA
23. TAUFA KAVAPALU
24. SIOSAIA MATAKA
COACH: SHANE SULTANA
Western Suburbs Magpies
S.G. Ball (Under 18's)
1. MASON CERRUTO
2. CHRISTIAN TULUA
3. DAVID WRIGHT
4. JACKSON KULI
5. MAKAERE BUSH
6. VEIRU MAPESONE
7. JAMES PERLOWSKI
8. DANE COSKERIE
9. TYSON WAWATAI
10. KYE MADDEN
11. RAY STONE
12. MARK MCCORMACK
13. CHRIS VE’E
14. JETT KARAM
15. KADE YULE
16. CODY KING
17. TANIELA PASEKA
18. JACK PAYNE
19. CHARLTON SCHAAFHAUSEN
20. LIAM CASSIDY
21. VISIANO VAOHEA
22. DEMPSEY ANDERSON
23. JORDIE REID
24. LUKHAN TUI
COACH: BEN ROGERS
Western Suburbs Magpies
Harold Matthews (Under 16's)
1. JAMEN JOHNSON
2. JAMES TAUTAIOLEFUA
3. JUSTICE UTATAO
4. NEPOTE KAVAPALU
5. MANISELA TEUHEMA
6. HOSEA LEUEA
7. KYREN JACOB
8. TOM ANGEL
9. HAYDEN MOON
10. BLAKE LEAVER
11. NATHAN NOOROA
12. KERETI TAUTAIOLEFUA
13. JUNIOR FAINGA’A
14. AILEND PIHEMA
15. JAKE SCOTT
16. TRENT PEOPLES
17. BROCK BENTLEY
18. NATHAN PATOLO
19. DALLAS GRIECO
20. JACK GREENE
21. CODY BENSON
22. CHRISTIAN POUTOA
23. TAUFA KAVAPALU
24. SIOSAIA MATAKA
COACH: SHANE SULTANA
Western Suburbs Magpies
S.G. Ball (Under 18's)
1. MASON CERRUTO
2. CHRISTIAN TULUA
3. DAVID WRIGHT
4. JACKSON KULI
5. MAKAERE BUSH
6. VEIRU MAPESONE
7. JAMES PERLOWSKI
8. DANE COSKERIE
9. TYSON WAWATAI
10. KYE MADDEN
11. RAY STONE
12. MARK MCCORMACK
13. CHRIS VE’E
14. JETT KARAM
15. KADE YULE
16. CODY KING
17. TANIELA PASEKA
18. JACK PAYNE
19. CHARLTON SCHAAFHAUSEN
20. LIAM CASSIDY
21. VISIANO VAOHEA
22. DEMPSEY ANDERSON
23. JORDIE REID
24. LUKHAN TUI
COACH: BEN ROGERS
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Local Wests Tigers back in Camden
JAMES Tedesco and Mick Potter will recall fond memories when the Wests Tigers run onto Kirkham Oval for an NRL trial match against Penrith on February 8.
For fullback Tedesco, a Camden Rams junior, Kirkham Oval was where he discovered his love of league.
"I've had a lot of memories and great times at this ground, so I'm glad Mick has told me that I'm playing because my family and friends will be coming down," Tedesco told the Chronicle.
Tedesco had a breakthrough season after recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament in 2012 - scoring eight tries for the Tigers last season before representing Italy at the Rugby League World Cup.
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Western Suburbs Birthday
The Western Suburbs Magpies are 106 years old today. About to commence their 107th season, Wests are one of 6 remaining Foundation Clubs. They were established on the 4th of February 1908 during a meeting at Ashfields Town Hall.
Wests won 4 first grade premierships in 1930, 1934, 1948 and 1952. After forming the Wests Tigers with fellow foundation club the Balmain Tigers, the joint venture took out the 2005 NRL premiership.
In 2014 the Magpies will enter teams in Harold Matthews, S.G. Ball and the Ron Massey Cup.
Why not give the Magpies a birthday present and become a Magpie Member today for $30!!!
Merchandise at Mr Frame
MR FRAME IS SELLING A LIMITED RANGE OF WESTS MAGPIES GEAR, SOME FRAMED AND OTHERS UNFRAMED.
HE IS LOCATED AT -
Unit 2, 42 Aero Road, Ingleburn NSW Australia 2565.
Ph: 61 2 9605 2757 Fax: 61 2 9605 2757
ITEMS INCLUDE -
50/50 AUSTRALIA/WESTSMAGPIES JERSEYS SIGNED BY MR KEITH HOLMAN AND MR NOEL KELLY.
50/50 AUSTRALIAN/WESTSMAGPIES JERSEYS UNSIGNED.
FRAMED REPLICA WESTS MAGPIES 1930 FIRST GRADE PREMIERS POCKET WITH TEAM PHOTO.
WESTS MAGPIES TOC MOUSE PAD.
OTHER ITEMS WILL BE ADDED FROM TIME TO TIME.
WE ARE DOING THIS TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR ITEMS TO BE INSPECTED AND PURCHASED.
Monday, February 3, 2014
Cabramatta 9s Draw
The draw for the Cabramatta 9's has been released.
Wests will play a minimum of three games. The first will be at 10-45am on Field Two against Mounties, followed by a 1-25pm clash on Field One against Hills District.
The Magpies will round out their group schedule at 2-05pm against Fiji.
Finals matches will commence at 3pm
Wests will play a minimum of three games. The first will be at 10-45am on Field Two against Mounties, followed by a 1-25pm clash on Field One against Hills District.
The Magpies will round out their group schedule at 2-05pm against Fiji.
Finals matches will commence at 3pm
Saturday, February 1, 2014
NEW ERA FOR WESTS TIGERS
IMPORTANT MEDIA RELEASE DISTRIBUTED ON BEHALF OF NRL
FRIDAY, 31 JANUARY 2014
The NRL said today that major corporate governance changes would be made to Wests Tigers to set it up for a successful future.
NRL CEO Dave Smith said Wests Tigers fans deserve to have a great and successful club.
Under changes driven by the NRL, the Board of Wests Tigers will be revamped with the appointment of three Independent Directors, including an Independent Chairman.
The changes also include developing a sustainable financial model, four year business plan and a revised joint venture agreement and club constitution.
Mr Smith said the NRL had been working with the club’s management for more than six months to ensure Wests Tigers had the standards of governance required to ensure a bright future.
“It has been a thorough process and the club and shareholders have shown great courage in embracing these changes to set up Wests Tigers for the future.” Mr Smith said.
“We are making sure that Wests Tigers have a business plan which will make the club great again."
“That’s what Wests Tigers’ fans deserve. This is an iconic brand and that is what the fans are crying out for in the game.”
While further details of the in-principle agreement will be released when the changes are finalised with Wests Tigers, Mr Smith said the NRL was setting up a blueprint for the standard of governance across the game.
“It is a big step forward for the game, and is part of a wider drive to improve the governance standards of club boards.”
Wests Tigers board nominee Simon Cook said “the corporate governance review process with the NRL has been exceptionally important for the long term future of Wests Tigers. We also believe that the Club is fundamentally crucial to the game as a whole.”
Current Wests Tigers board member Nick Di Girolamo said “this is a decision that is consistent with the NRL’s policy for best corporate governance practices and puts Wests Tigers in the best possible position to achieve financial self sustainability.”
The NRL and Balmain and Wests will continue to work together to negotiate and finalise the joint venture agreement and the Club’s new constitution.
Article: Wests Tigers Governance
Wests Tigers have struck a historic agreement to overhaul their corporate structure in what the NRL describes as a potential blueprint for other clubs to follow.
Fairfax Media can reveal the Balmain and Western Suburbs factions, an uneasy alliance since they merged into Wests Tigers in 1999, have agreed to a new model of seven directors - two from the Balmain side, two from Western Suburbs, and three independent board members. The landmark agreement to ensure a more harmonious relationship between the merged entities was ratified by the NRL at an extraordinary meeting between the parties on Thursday. It came just two days after Balmain and Western Suburbs met to sign off on the arrangement.
Under the new arrangement, the ARLC has agreed to cover the financial shortfall of the cash-strapped Balmain side for the next two years. Balmain must square the ledger within that period or face losing their shares in the joint venture.
Until such time as security is provided against the money lent, the two Balmain board members - Nick Di Girolamo and Danny Stapleton, who have been nominated for those spots - won't have voting rights. Western Suburbs will be represented by Tony Andreacchio and Wests Ashfield boss Simon Cook.
Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/wests-tigers-landmark-deal-could-become-nrl-boardroom-blueprint-20140130-31ppy.html#ixzz2s2vx2FXw
Wests Tigers Trial at Camden
Wests Tigers will take on Penrith Panthers on Saturday the 8th of February at Kirkham Oval, Elderslie in their first trial match of 2014.
TRIAL
1 2014
WESTS TIGERS
V
PENRITH PANTHERS
Saturday 8 February 2014
Kirkham Oval, Elderslie
Gates Open 3.00pm
NYC
Wests Tigers V
Penrith Panthers – 3.30pm
NSW CUP
Wests Tigers v Penrith Panthers– 5.15pm
NRL
WESTS TIGERS v PENRITH PANTHERS – 7.30pm
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