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Warriors players believe the introduction of a second NRL team in New Zealand could greatly help rugby league attract, develop and keep more emerging … The Warriors will be based on the NSW Central Coast for another three months, but they have big plans to rebuild their profile in New Zealand in 2022. Add to Cart. Qty. Sports news, results and expert commentary delivered straight to your inbox each weekday. As the National Rugby League season draws closer, we look at how the Warriors will go in 2021. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the New Zealand Warriors vs. Gold Coast Titans game and give you our free tips and bets. ... Manu says he eventually wants to make the switch to fullback after admitting he was aware of talk linking him to the New Zealand Warriors. Let’s hope COVID-19 can be kept under control or a vaccine can be distributed in time to enable the Warriors to be able to play from home in New Zealand in 2021. “Our memberships are very low. That's unlikely to change anytime soon, so the Warriors … 1 week ago Warriors. "I definitely think they have the talent and the depth [for a second team], but I think it's sort of our job to get NZ rugby league in the right place for young kids to want to play NRL and play for the New Zealand Warriors rather than going to play union," the prop said. "We've had the same conversation when we're playing for the New Zealand Kiwis about competing with the All Blacks," he said. New Zealand Warriors 2021 NRL season preview: Nathan Brown leads club emboldened by 2020 showing. Marquee recruit Addin Fonua-Blake, a one-time Kiwi international, said the onus was on the Warriors to succeed in the coming seasons to ensure there was enough interest for expansion. The Warriors confirmed on Saturday they will be forced to remain on the NSW Central Coast until June 21 – nearly three months longer than expected – due to COVID-19 and the uncertainty surrounding the Trans-Tasman travel bubble. Rugby league: New Zealand Warriors kick off Nathan Brown era with promising draw against Gold Coast Titans in NRL trial. While the Warriors hold out hope of playing home matches in Auckland, the New Zealanders have had to extend their time in Australia. Because fans on the Central Coast are already affiliated with rival clubs, George said there was no chance to convert those same supporters into Warriors members. 13:27, Mar 04 2021. Seibold: How best players exploit eyes-up footy, "I feel like if we can get the club in a better space within the next five years, and get all those young kids to want to come and play NRL, then maybe that'd be the right thing to do – put another team in NZ.". The latest timeframe allows children attending schools on the Central Coast to finish term two, while the scheduled bye round for Origin II gives the Warriors players extra time to get settled. $19.95. The New Zealand Warriors will head to Australia early in the new year in preparation for the 2021 NRL season. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has confirmed he will leave the New Zealand Warriors to take up rugby in 2022. Instead of covering the Warriors’ travel costs, the NRL would pick up the tab for teams flying the other way. “We will be going to knock on the NRL’s door at some stage because it has really impacted on our financial position in the short, mid and long term,” George said. “I’m trying to build a portfolio of games to play in New Zealand next year and get as many as we can to play over there. 30. But I’d love to buy as many away games from the Australian-based clubs and play a minimum 16 NRL games here. The New Zealand Warriors will again be based in Australia in 2021. Peter V’landys remains confident a two-way travel bubble between New Zealand and Australia will be established this year, but Warriors CEO Cameron George says the team is preparing for the worst. "Bringing in another team will hopefully create new pathways for younger people to come through and make more kids want to come and play rugby league. Captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, who will join the Auckland Blues in the Super Rugby competition next year as he chases an All Blacks dream, said league has rusted-on support in his homeland. Experts don't see New Zealand Warriors as a top eight NRL 2021 contender . The Warriors were the feel-good story of the season - but can they turn that into a 2021 finals appearance. The NZRL and the Warriors have since expressed their reservations about expansion in New Zealand for the foreseeable future, raising some concerns about commercial viability to Stuff. I think it'd be good.". “We play 10 home games here in New Zealand next year, plus the Magic Round in Brisbane. New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, center, and Director-General of Health Ashley Bloomfield, right, talk to media in Wellington, New Zealand Monday, Feb. 15, 2021. M3NRLNZW. "I guess if there's another team, a lot of the talent will stay in New Zealand. “I’ve already started discussing with certain NRL clubs whether they would consider selling us their home game to come to New Zealand next year,” George said. Warriors players believe the introduction of a second NRL team in New Zealand could greatly help rugby league attract, develop and keep more emerging prospects. New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, center, and Director-General of Health Ashley Bloomfield, right, talk to media in Wellington, New Zealand Monday, Feb. 15, 2021. The largest forward pack in the game. Winger David Fusitu'a added: "[It would help with] developing talent, so boys would have not only the option of playing for the Warriors, but another option – wherever it might be. New Zealand Warriors 2021 NRL Reversible Face Mask. 2 days ago ... NRL says second New Zealand franchise on radar. The Warriors want to play as many as 20 NRL games in New Zealand next season. 119. ... Warriors v Titans: New era begins for two clubs. “For example, instead of playing the likes of the Raiders in Canberra, I’d buy that game off them and bring them to Wellington or Christchurch. Warriors CEO Cameron George has penned a passionate letter to the club’s supporters ahead of their relocation to Australia. stuff.co.nz - Stuff • 3h. George also wanted the NRL to schedule as many Warriors games in the 6pm Friday timeslot (8pm and prime time in New Zealand) as possible. No clear heir but RTS says plenty could fill his shoes. NRL clubs make about $250,000 by taking home games to regional centres, interstate or overseas. The New Zealand-based members aren’t buying their memberships like normal because we are not home and I get that, but then the NSW people aren’t buying memberships to support us because we might not be here for long either. February 19, 2021 — 5.40pm. 2021 New Zealand Warriors Team Preview. Plenty of interest for Sky Sport Future Warriors staff. 27 Feb, 2021 08:45 AM 3 minutes to read. While another Brisbane-based team could be added to the competition in 2023, NRL CEO Andrew Abdo said earlier this week that it could then lead to an 18th club a few years down the track, possibly across the ditch. There was plenty of speculation that Hughes could return to New Zealand and link up with the Warriors. "You can't keep all the players, but if we do well in the next few seasons then kids will just want to play for the Warriors, and if there's another [Kiwi] team, they'll want to play for that team too.". Season preview: Buckle up again for the ride. They hope to host St George Illawarra in round 16 at Mt Smart Stadium in what would be their first game in Auckland in 673 days, along with scheduled matches against Penrith, Cronulla, Canterbury and Canberra. Warriors launch bold $2.5m bid for 20 home games in 2022. Presented By Sportsbet Yesterday Warriors. 2 days ago Warriors. Express Post available at checkout. Analysing the Warriors' 2021 draw. "The better we go as a group in the Kiwis squad, the more young talent will look at playing for the Kiwis instead of the All Blacks.". NRL 2021: New Zealand Warriors to stay on in Australia. Brad Fittler talks to James Bracey about what to expect from Nathan Brown’s first year in charge of the New Zealand Warriors. The Warriors have hatched a plan to flood New Zealand with their NRL games in 2022, and some Australian clubs are backing the move. How will Gus’ Warriors fare in 2021? Same day despatch on all Express orders before 2pm AEST. "It's tough to compete with rugby and the All Blacks, but there are so many people when we travel around who are big rugby league fans or Warriors fans. 4 days ago Warriors. New Warriors coach Nathan Brown claims his NRL team's pre-season split could benefit them and he's confident they're better prepared for life away from home in 2021. Skip to main content Main. Tuivasa-Sheck: I'll do whatever needs to be done. “It’s about relaunching the game in New Zealand, not just the Warriors. Christian covers rugby league for The Sydney Morning Herald. You can also find the latest player signings and player movements for the upcoming season. After agreeing to stay indefinitely in Australia, the Warriors lost head coach Stephen Kearney.