Glenn Jackson

Glenn Jackson

Glenn Jackson is a Rugby League Writer for The Sydney Morning Herald

Judiciary hand Inglis a three-match ban

Glenn Jackson MISSION accomplished, sort of. Souths were last night successful in having Greg Inglis's dangerous-contact charge downgraded, handing him a three-match suspension, but it was difficult to tell if...

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NRL brings in change to charge definition

Ashley Harrison

Glenn Jackson, Lee Gaskin Fresh from their decision to alter obstruction interpretations, the NRL is now set to make changes to the policing of shoulder charges in time for round five.

Fa'aoso faces up to four-week ban

Richie Fa'aoso.

Glenn Jackson Manly forward Richie Fa'aoso is facing a four-match ban over his controversial shoulder charge on Gold Coast's Ashley Harrison on Saturday.

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Fuming Farah can't get past controversial obstruction rulings

Farah

Glenn Jackson Another night, another attack of the obstruction rules. This time it was Wests Tigers captain Robbie Farah who expressed his frustration over the recent interpretations, maintaining defenders were...

Juggling act at the top as league joins big end of town

Peter Moore

Glenn Jackson NOW that the dust has settled, for now, and Ben Barba's expected long road to recovery has begun, it's worth asking: have the Bulldogs ever looked more like the family club?

Sharks bid to save skin but risk legal battle with players

Sharks

Glenn Jackson The split between Cronulla's players and its board, which is already widening following the mass departure of five key staff, has been illustrated further by the club's decision to engage prominent...

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Graham rolls dice with tribunal

James Graham

Chris Barrett, Glenn Jackson ALLEGED biter James Graham will not be eligible for any leniency at the NRL judiciary after surprisingly having a not-guilty plea entered on his behalf before tonight's tribunal hearing in Sydney.

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I'm a lover not a biter; defiant Graham maintains innocence

James Graham

Glenn Jackson MAINTAINING his innocence throughout the judiciary hearing last night and even after, James Graham says he's not a biter, but history will record otherwise after the Bulldogs prop was handed a...

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Sideshow spoils Bulldogs' big night

James Graham

Glenn Jackson IN THEIR superhero costumes, a few are alleged to have behaved poorly. In their sharp suits and ties, and in front of cameras that were welcome (or as welcome as they could be under the...

Business as usual for referee bosses despite uncertain future

Bill Harrigan

Glenn Jackson REFEREES coaches Bill Harrigan and Stuart Raper were back at work yesterday despite the ongoing review into their positions.

Commission crackdown on shoulder charges

Kyle O'Donnell

Glenn Jackson THE ARL Commission has taken a step towards banning the shoulder charge, cracking down on the technique for the rest of the season and warning clubs that dangerous tackles will be punished.

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Tigers sweating on Marshall charge as finals hopes fade

West Tigers Trainning: 050812: SMH Sport: Images show the West Tigers League team training at Campbletown Sports Centre this afternoon including team Captain Benji Marshall practising his kicking game prior to he forthcoming round of the NRL. Photo by James Alcock

Glenn Jackson Wests Tigers halfback Benji Marshall is confident he will be cleared to play in Saturday night's final-round clash with Melbourne after being placed on report in yesterday's loss to Sydney Roosters -...

Marshall confident of facing Storm after copping charge

Roosters

Glenn Jackson WESTS TIGERS halfback Benji Marshall is confident he will be cleared to play in next Saturday night's final-round clash with Melbourne after being placed on report in yesterday's loss to Sydney...

Shoulder charge isn't on in finals

Glenn Jackson The ARLC has taken a step towards banning the shoulder charge, cracking down on the technique for the rest of the season and warning clubs that dangerous tackles will be punished.

Sam saved from ban but only by a short hop

Sam Burgess

Glenn Jackson SAM BURGESS has been saved from a likely high-tackle suspension by just a few days.

Sharks may attack errant charges

Wade Graham sharks star player

Glenn Jackson CRONULLA officials are considering contesting charges laid against forwards Jeremy Smith and Wade Graham on the grounds of principle.

Sheens: judge the incident, not the name

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 06: Adam Blair of the Tigers attempts to play the ball during the round 18 NRL match between the Wests Tigers and the Canterbury Bulldogs at Allianz Stadium on July 6, 2012 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images) adam.jpg

Glenn Jackson ADAM BLAIR'S suspension this week has left Wests Tigers wondering whether he was charged because of dangerous contact or because his name is Adam Blair.

Luke faces ban for alleged push on referee

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Glenn Jackson Souths hooker Issac Luke's judiciary problems have continued after being charged with contrary conduct involving referee Jason Robinson in Saturday night's Charity Shield.

Pritchard poleaxe a point of contention

Frank Pritchard

Glenn Jackson BULLDOGS enforcer Frank Pritchard apologised to David Simmons after his controversial tackle knocked out the Penrith winger on Saturday night.

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Wighton beats suspension to make debut

Raiders player Jack Wighton trains yesterday. Wighton is free to make his NRL debut against the Titans this Saturday after having his high tackle charge downgraded at the judiciary on Wednesday night.

Glenn Jackson Players jump over many hurdles to make their NRL debut, but a judiciary hearing is rarely one of them.