Blues set to target coach Bennett

Adrian Proszenko NSW powerbrokers are preparing to make an audacious pitch for Wayne Bennett to coach the Blues.

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Dymock chooses Dogs over Blues

Adrian Proszenko Jim Dymock has pulled out of the race to become the head coach of the NSW Origin team.

Rookie Reynolds already putting pressure on Pearce for Blues gig

Adrian Proszenko SOUTH Sydney's boom rookie Adam Reynolds and Roosters halfback Mitchell Pearce will go up against each other tomorrow in a clash for the Ron Coote Cup.

Sironen follows in father's footsteps after call-up to baby Blues squad

Adrian Proszenko CURTIS SIRONEN has taken the first step towards becoming only the fifth father-son combination to play in State of Origin after being selected for Laurie Daley's Blues Origin Pathways Camp.

Folau factor another headache for Origin Blues

Adrian Proszenko WHILE the majority of the league world is keen to welcome Israel Folau back to the fold, you could understand if Laurie Daley wasn't doing cartwheels.

Jennings adds to Ricky's blues

Adrian Proszenko Another game, another Blues certainty succumbs to injury.

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Hinchcliffe on Parra's wish list, but luring the Blues hopeful from Melbourne will be costly

Adrian Proszenko Parramatta have added Melbourne forward Ryan Hinchcliffe to their recruitment wish list. The Eels are looking to add depth to a forward pack that will be without Nathan Hindmarsh, Justin Poore and...

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Maloney gets nod from JT

Adrian Proszenko Johnathan Thurston believes James Maloney possesses the mongrel and maturity to succeed at State of Origin level.

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Maloney not hanging Origin hopes on Thurston duel

Adrian Proszenko James Maloney isn't sure if this Saturday's duel with Johnathan Thurston is his final audition for the NSW five-eighth jersey.

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Stuart believes Norman's commitment will reap rep reward

Adrian Proszenko Ricky Stuart has no doubt Corey Norman will be wearing a blue and gold jersey next season. And then a Maroon one not long afterwards.

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Flanagan backs Gordon as injuries to Morris, Stewart open Origin door

Adrian Proszenko, Michael Chammas Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan believes Michael Gordon is ready for an Origin recall after Brett Stewart and Brett Morris were all but ruled out of the opener to the interstate series.

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Gallen and Daley see Blue sky with Dugan's return to NRL

Adrian Proszenko Paul Gallen believes Josh Dugan has the ability to again play alongside him for NSW, although his chances of doing so will improve if he ditches his fixation with social media.

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Hard-earned burst: ASADA stink costs Gallen lucrative beer deal

Adrian Proszenko Cronulla captain Paul Gallen has revealed it wasn't his decision to pull out of an advertising campaign for State of Origin sponsor Victoria Bitter.

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Stuart tips hat to courageous Mannah

Adrian Proszenko No one is more deserving of a positive headline more than Tim Mannah.

Gallen to be fit for Origin, say Sharks

Adrian Proszenko Paul Gallen is a certain starter for the opening State of Origin game and could even be back for Friday's clash with Wests Tigers.

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Sutton ready to tackle Origin: Thurston

Adrian Proszenko Johnathan Thurston believes John Sutton possesses the composure to step up to State of Origin football.

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Belmore behemoth to scale greater heights

Adrian Proszenko Around the time that David Klemmer made the switch from halfback to prop forward, the Sydney Swans were hoping he would make the even bigger leap to the AFL.

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Tell us what's out and we won't touch it, Hibbert tells ASADA

Adrian Proszenko Darren Hibbert says ASADA should follow the lead of their American counterparts by comprehensively listing which products aren't safe for athletes to take.

Hot and cold: Balloon show trumps NSW audition to pull country crowds

Adrian Proszenko Who says sporting events in the bush don't pull a crowd?