When you look at constructing a premiership winning club, one of the key areas to get right is the all important spine o your team. The hooker, halfback, five-eight and fullback are the chief playmakers in the game today. They guide your team around the park, they organise the attack, and they are usually the…
In this episode we look any a Fox Sports article that rates all the backlines in the NRL. We go through them ourselves, we rate them, we make changes to them, and generally expert the s**t out of it! You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out The Rugby League…
In this episode we look at the Wests Tigers lack off hooker options, the move the Cronulla Sharks should make, the health risks of flag waving, more issues at the Broncos, talk about moving the corpse of the North Sydney Bears up to Brisbane to rot the joint out, Tonga expelled, a ref stood down…
In this episode we look at the entire history of the Glebe Rugby League club. From its role in the formation of the Sydney Rugby League premiership, to its sudden axing from the game. Click here to see the complete record of the Glebe Rugby League club. Click the following links to listen to the…
On January 9, 1908, a meeting at the Glebe Town Hall containing the Metropolitan Rugby Union’s best side, Glebe, their officials and board members, politician Henry Hoyle and businessman James Giltinan lead to the iconic club deciding to switch codes and join the breakaway Rugby League for the upcoming season. The club’s decision to switch…
Rugby League has a long, rich, proud history. One that few others sports can hope to compete with. On Fergo and The Freak the Rugby League historian Andrew Ferguson and Rugby League expert League Freak break down moments that have shaped the game over time. With History lessons about the most well known moments in…
In this episode we talk about the NRL 9’s, a bit of controversy surround a try that screwed over the Penrith Panthers, and Graham Annesely showing off something he has that you couldn’t even afford! We then talk about George Williams ridiculous, massive piece and its impact on the environment. We chat about a future…
In becoming the first team to win back-to-back NRL Grand Finals in a combined competition since the Brisbane Broncos achieved the feat in the 1992 and 1993 season, the Sydney Roosters set themselves up to achieve a modern day benchmark that many thought was impossible in the salary cap era…winning three straight titles. Aside from…
Are you looking for a few new NRL podcasts to add to your listening rotation this season? Fergo and The Freak Hosted by Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak, the boys cover the latest news surrounding the game across the world. They do dedicates history episodes, they throw in fun episodes, and have a…
The Rugby League calendar is a busy one. With the NRL 9’s, the NRL All Star Game, pre season trial matches, the World Club Challenge, the NRL season proper, the State Of Origin series, end of season test matches, and that’s not even taking into account the European Challenge Cup, the Rugby League season is…
When the Cronulla Sharks signed Josh Dugan to a massive contract they knew what they were getting. A representative quality outside back with a history of injury problem. They made the offer to Dugan, he signed it, and the rest is history. Now as we head into the 2020 NRL season it seems pretty clear…
In this special Valentine’s Day episode League Freak is joined by Katey Lou Byrnes who shares with us her F***, Marry, Dump list from all 16 NRL clubs. We then have a chat about her experience with doing the halftime show on the radio last year and generally have a good laugh. You can also…
The 2020 NRL 9’s competition will be played in Perth, Western Australia, and now we know who will be taking part! Below are the finalised squads for all NRL clubs. Take a look at who has Mae it into your NRL teams squad! Brisbane Broncos Jamayne Isaako, Herbie Farnworth, Izaia Perese, Jesse Arthars, Kotoni Staggs,…
Are you looking for the funniest Rugby League podcast to listen to? Well…you’ve found it! The Fergo and The Freak podcast by Andrew Ferguson and League Freak is a fun Rugby League podcast that you are sure to enjoy. With Andrew spending half his time trying to get League Freak to say terrible things, and…
The Rugby Football League official website has announced a poll in which is lists five players that you can vote for as the greatest player of all time. On of the names on that list is former Leeds Rhinos loose forward Kevin Sinfield. So this is a simple one readers….do you think Kevin Sinfield is…
You can now listen to the best Rugby League podcast on Spotify, one that covers the NRL, State Of Origin, Super League and International Rugby League while also delving into the most important moments in Rugby League history. The Fergo and The Freak podcast is the fastest growing Rugby League podcast in the world, with…
On the Fergo and The Freak podcast The Glorious League Freak sat down for a chat with Rugby League biggest news breaker, The Mole. The two talked about breaking Rugby League stories, what happens when you go to print with a story and the circumstances change, the effectiveness of the NRL salary cap as well…
In this emergency episode we talk about the RFL list of top five players of ALL TIME! This list includes Kevin Bloody Sinfield! We give our thoughts on this DISGRACE and then promise to rectify the situation before destroying the situation with the #GOATSinfield drive! You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective…
In this episode we talk about Super Leagues response to the signing of Israel Folau. We look at the Wests Tigers co-captain situation, the removal of the national anthem at the All Star Game, the addition of a Captain Challenge to the NRL, Rugby Union losing its TV deal, Josh Reynolds situation and no news…
The draw for the 2021 Rugby League World Cup wasn’t without its complications. Having been originally scheduled for November 27, 2019, a postponement meant that the groups were finally confirmed at Buckingham Palace on January 16. A decision by the organisers to place one Pacific-based side in each section also led to a complicated afternoon…
In this episode we look at some of the latest news in Rugby League, we look at an article that rates each NRL clubs spine, We answer a couple of emails, and talk about jerking off into containers within a laboratory environment. It is everything you have come to expect from the games leading experts!…
In this episode we talk about the Catalans Dragons signing Israel Folau, the impact it will have on Super League, and the RFL’s reaction to the news. We then look through the gains and losses for each Super League club in 2020. Then, with some breaking news, the Wests Tigers make a surprise move that…
In this episode we look at some current off field issues that have hit the NRL in recent days. We talk in depth about the Wests Tigers recruitment and their future. We then talk about the tragic passing of NBA legend Kobe Bryant. You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts….
In this episode we have a look at the newly announced 2021 Rugby League World Cup Draw. We have some pretty positive things to say about everyone involved unless its England and Wales. We also chat about the Wests Tigers, we bag journalists, baby formula issues, some of the rubbish stories that never eventuated in…
For those who love an adrenaline-filled sport with lots of physical activities, you’ll find your passion for rugby. This extremely physically demanding game brings together top players all over the world, as they compete in several thrilling tournaments like the six nations and the world cup. As such, fans gather in establishments all over the…
In this episode League Freak sits down for a chat with The Mole, Rugby Leagues number one insider. Moley talks about his relationship with players, knowing who gives him the best mail, being burnt on stories, social media, and gives a few opinions on the game today. This was a fun conversation and we thank…
The deal is finally done and dusted! Latrell Mitchell can finally put all of the talk about his future behind him and look forward to being a South Sydney Rabbitoh. For all the talk in the media about where Mitchell would be playing in 2020, it seems the Rabbitohs were the best choice for the…
It was a matchup that had been on the cards for years. Two fan favourites going head-to-head in the octagon. The 40 second destruction of Cowboys Cerrone by Conor McGregor signalled the Irishmans return to the top of the pile when it comes to drawcords in the UFC, and it could signal alarm bells for…
There is nothing worse in sport than being mediocre. Great teams win games and titles. Terrible teams have a licence to clear the decks and make huge changes to their team. When a team is mediocre, they just stuck going no where. Not a title contender, but not bad enough that they have the incentive…
The 2020 Rugby League World Club Challenge will see St Helens host the Sydney Roosters in a match that has really gone under the radar. Between Australian apathy for the event, the Sydney Roosters small supporter base, and the growing feeling in Great Britain that this game really is nothing more than an exhibition match,…