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FROM MOWING LAWNS TO NRL STAR NATHAN TAYLOR

an favourite Mitch Kenny has described his road to 50 NRL games as “quite a journey” but says he wouldn’t have it any other way. Kenny made his NRL debut during a dark time for the Panthers, a six-game losing streak back in 2019. His debut game ended in a narrow victory over arch-rivals Parramatta and the side famously went on to win their next six matches – all with a very green Kenny in the dummy half role. Following the arrival of premiership winner Api Koroisau in 2020, Kenny only played six first grade games that year before having a huge season last year notching up an astonishing 18 matches. Taking on a utility role off the bench this season, Kenny has played all but one game for the defending Premiers in 2022. Last Friday night against the Sydney Roosters at BlueBet Stadium, the 24-year-old notched up his half century milestone in the best way possible – a thrilling Panthers win. Speaking with Extra Time before the clash, Kenny said it’s been nice to reflect on how far he’s come in just over three years. “It has been quite a journey but it’s pretty cool to play 50 games – my family have been letting me know about it all this week,” he said. “To me it feels like another game, but I suppose when you take a moment to reflect, it is pretty

Mitch Kenny has played 50 matches for the Panthers. Photo: Melinda Jane.

Mitch Kenny playing his 50th NRL game against the Roosters. Photo: NRL Images.

cool. To get one game in the NRL is special, but to chalk up 50 is nice.” Ever since the Windsor Wolves junior landed in first grade 50 games ago, he’s been part of a very special era for the Penrith Panthers – something not all players that play at the foot of the Mountains get to experience. In 50 games, Kenny’s belted out the victory song on 40 occasions and only tasted defeat nine times plus a draw. “I suppose I’m pretty lucky I’ve come into this squad and this team at a time where we’ve got great systems, we’ve got great coaching and we’ve got great people working here,” Kenny said. “So, playing every week has been a pleasure and we’ve had more wins than losses. It’s been a great period to be a part of and hopefully we can keep going on that trajectory.” Before getting his NRL call-up in 2019, Kenny was a member of Penrith’s dedicated groundskeeping team – mowing lawns, trimming hedges and pulling weeds. He literally went from a part-time footballer and groundskeeper to an 80-minute hooker

overnight. Kenny said he’s played in a lot of memorable games, but nothing compares to his first. “I don’t think anyone forgets their debut, it’s always going to be a special night and you remember that really well,” he said. “But there’s been other cool moments as well, like seeing the boys win the Grand Final. I’ve also had the chance to play in a couple of Finals games as well, so they’re all pretty good memories, but I think the debut sticks out the most.” Plenty of people have helped Kenny achieve his first major milestone of his rugby league career. Speaking with Extra Time last year, Kenny famously said he was running around like a “headless chook” when he first entered the NRL before current NSW Blues hooker Api Koroisau – now one of his best friends – took him under his wing. “There’s probably a few too many people to mention when it comes to biggest influences, a lot of people have been responsible for my development and I have a lot of people to thank,” Kenny said. “Whether that’s peers like Api and all my teammates who have taught me a lot, but also coaches as well like Ivan and Cam Ciraldo plus all the attacking coaches we’ve had here who have taken the time to help me work on the things I need to get better at.” With Koroisau on the move at season’s end, Kenny’s next 50 games at the Panthers could be his most important. After signing a new two-year deal at the start of the year, Kenny said he’s looking forward to what’s to come in what’s an incredible era at the foot of the Mountains.

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Dolphins’ raid continues: NRL newcomers the Dolphins have snared rising Penrith talent Mason Teague. The 18-year-old lock led the Panthers to a stunning win in the NSW Rugby League’s SG Ball under-19s competition back in May. “Mason is fast, skilful, is very tough defensively and already has the fitness to play full games,” said Dolphins CEO Terry Reader. “He really is the full package, and that is why he will be a member of our inaugural top 30 squad.”

Katoa on the outer: The signing of Teague comes after the Panthers confirmed Dolphins recruit Isaiya Katoa, the boom half the club was desperate to keep on its books, will be left to play A Grade with the Glenmore Park Brumbies for the rest of the season. The Panthers argue there’s no point further developing Katoa given he’s heading elsewhere next season and the opportunities should go to others. The argument against is that it’s unfair to the teenager who’s done nothing wrong and is just looking after his future. To his credit, Panthers CEO Matt Cameron fronted up and addressed the issue well in The Sydney Morning Herald this week.

Spotted: Eels coach Brad Arthur in enemy territory, attending the official opening of Rebel’s new-look store in Westfield Penrith last Thursday.

Spotted: Penrith’s 2003 Premiership-winning captain Craig Gower and his family grabbing a burger at Grill’d in Penrith over the weekend.

Spotted: Outgoing back-up Penrith halfback Sean O’Sullivan at Brookvale Oval watching the Sea Eagles get past the Storm last Thursday night.

To’o picks Samoa: Panthers winger Brian To’o (pictured right) has ruled himself out of contention for a Kangaroos spot at the World Cup later this year, declaring his loyalty to Samoa.

Venues NSW to run stadium: I told you last week that a big development was coming in relation to Penrith Stadium and that certainly happened on Tuesday when it was confirmed the Panthers would play home matches at BlueBet Stadium next year, with the new stadium confirmed to be headed for the Penrith Showground site. I can also confirm 100 per cent that Venues NSW will run the new stadium when it opens, likely in 2025. That’s a major change from the current set-up, which sees the Panthers essentially manage the existing stadium themselves.

No Jackson 5 link: Sunia Turuva is a rising star for the Penrith Panthers, but what many people don’t know is how he got his nickname ‘Tito’. “I got it from my older brother, he gave it to me when I was a kid,” Turuva revealed. Contrary to popular belief, the 19-year-old Fijian wasn’t named after one of the members of the Jackson 5. “I didn’t even know there was a Tito Jackson,” he admitted. “Everyone just caught on to it. Even on FOX League Vossy was calling me that.”

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showed their support for the Mark Hughes Foundation’s Beanie for Brain Cancer initiative with plenty of beanies spotted in the crowd at BlueBet Stadium last Friday night. The Pantherettes (pictured) also jumped behind the cause. An incredible $4 million was raised across NRL Beanie for Brain Cancer Round, with donations still coming in. 170,000 MHF Beanies were sold during the Beanie for Brain Cancer campaign and are on track to sell out within the next week. Sportsbet donated $58,000 after 58 tries were scored in Round 16 ($1000 per try).

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or the second Origin in a row, New South Wales will unleash seven Panthers players as they look to retain the State of Origin shield next week. After belting the Maroons at Optus Stadium in Perth in Game II, Blues coach Brad Fittler named a largely unchanged side this week for next Wednesday night’s series decider at Suncorp Stadium. While Penrith’s contingent of Nathan Cleary, Jarome Luai, Isaah Yeo, Stephen Crichton, Brian To’o, Liam Martin and Api Koroisau will be back in the Sky Blue, the only difference for NSW will be the inclusion of North Queensland Cowboys prop Jordan McLean, who is set to make his Origin debut at the age of 30. McLean, who was part of the extended NSW squad for Origin II, will replace Payne Haas in the starting side after the Broncos prop was ruled out through injury. After going down by the skin of their teeth in Game I in Sydney, NSW bounced back in a big way in Perth with a crushing 44-12 victory over Billy Slater’s men. That night, Panthers superstar halfback Nathan Cleary led the way producing one of the best games of his career. The 24-year-old Clive Churchill Medallist racked up an eye-watering 24 points, including two tries and eight goals. It was the second most points scored by an individual player in Origin history, with Panthers legend Ryan Girdler still leading the way on 32.

The NSW Blues squad visited Lismore on Tuesday ahead of Origin III in Brisbane. Photo: NRL Images.

But it wasn’t just Cleary who had a night to remember in the West Australian capital, with Jarome Luai and Brian To’o also crossing the stripe, while former Panther Matt Burton starred on debut with a four-pointer of his own. Following their demolition in Game II, NSW will go into next week’s decider as favourites with the bookmakers. The Blues’ record at Suncorp Stadium isn’t the best, however they did manage to hold Queensland scoreless last year on their way to clinching the 2021 series.

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Ivan Cleary is already preparing his squad for a tough Finals campaign. Photo: Megan Dunn.

against the Melbourne Storm in Round 22 before the Bunnies away in Round 23 before returning home to BlueBet Stadium to face the Warriors in Round 24. The boys will then finish the regular season with an absolute belter against the Cowboys in Townsville. It’s a challenging draw but there is enough winnable games to see the Panthers finish Minor Premiers on 42 points. So, crunching the numbers I expect Penrith to drop at least two

of their remaining seven games. Losing three would be the maximum. The danger games in the run home are the Sharks, Eels, Storm and Cowboys. I’m not willing to be any more specific because there are way too many variables which are unknown at this time. Still, no matter which way you slice it or dice it, strap yourself in because it’s going to be one hell of a ride.

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Panthers

482

176

+306

Storm

463

260

+203

Cowboys

418

223

+195

Sharks

334

254

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Rabbitohs

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ROUND 17 V

Thursday, July 7 7.50pm PointsBet Stadium

Friday, July 8 7.55pm McDonald Jones Stadium

Saturday, July 9 7.35pm Leichhardt Oval

Sunday, July 10 4.05pm Suncorp Stadium

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335

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Sea Eagles

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354

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Roosters

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316

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Raiders

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321

-41

Knights

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374

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Warriors

270

435

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Bulldogs

236

355

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W. Tigers

198

386

-188

Titans

246

418

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WHY MODERN DAY NRL HAS ITS ROOTS IN STEELER TERRITORY have known it wouldn’t be their day when Dorahy was turned away from the ground for not having his pass. True story – he had to drive back home to Figtree and get it! Februar y 28, 1982, was a long time coming for the Steelers and should be marked as a famous day for the now National Rugby League. Before then, the New South Wales Illawarra’s first ever captain, John Dorahy. Photo: NRL Images. Rugby League (NSWRL) ran a first ain could only dampen the Illawarra grade competition played between the confines Steelers’ 40-year celebrations last week- of Manly in the north, Cronulla in the south and end. No force of nature could ruin it. Penrith in the west. What a privilege it was to interview When you watch the likes of Melbourne and everyone from their first captain in 1982, John Brisbane play this weekend, Illawarra would ‘Joe Cool’ Dorahy, through to their final captain like you to know who paved the way for decenin 1998, Dean Callaway. tralisation. Penrith is a key part of the Steelers’ story – as They tried to join the ‘Big League’ in 1954 and Illawarra’s first game on February 28, 1982, was 1966 – only to be unsuccessful. Then in 1978, the against Darryl Brohman’s Panthers at Wollon- Illawarra Divisional side, coached by Tommy gong Showground (complete with dog track). Bishop and called ‘Bishop’s Babes’, had achieved The ‘Chocolate Soldiers’ won that day 17-7 outstanding success, only for half of the team to after leading 14-0 at half-time. Illawarra should be snapped up by Sydney clubs.

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Illawarra rugby league officials thought enough is enough. A third attempt to join the Sydney first grade competition was given the green light on December 13, 1980. It followed a dressing down from NSWRL Chairman Kevin Humphreys, who called Illawarra too big for its own boots and outrage from the Country Rugby League, led by Canberra officials, who thought Illawarra was jumping ship. Wollongong was stuck in between, with not a lot of friends, until that fateful vote on December 13. Eventually Humphreys was so happy for Illawarra he wanted to go to 14 teams and Canberra officials were leaning on Illawarra for submission tips. The hide of them. Illawarra had strong campaigns in the 1989 Panasonic Cup, 1992 Tooheys Challenge and later that year finished one game short of the Grand Final. Canberra, of course, went on to win Premierships in 1989, ’90 and ’94. The Super League peace deal saw Illawarra merge with St George but don’t think the Steelers’ passion is gone. Last Sunday in Wollongong, Steelers old boys didn’t care about the wind and rain as they walked around WIN Stadium. The night before they launched into the old club song – “C’mon mighty Wollongong, we’re the Illawarra Steelers, you can’t go wrong with the men so strong, gonna give ‘em the taste of steel...”. After the first playing, they did it again… and again! Those days are long gone but as expansion continues to be discussed, give a nod to the Steelers for dragging the Premiership beyond the Sydney city limits.

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he Penrith Panthers have maintained their position at the top of the Knock-On Effect NSW Cup ladder following a hard-fought 24-20 victory over the North Sydney Bears at BlueBet Stadium. On a cold and wet night, it was Norths that had the better of play early, only to be twice denied tries, due to an obstruction and a forward pass. They finally cracked the Panthers’ defence in the 22nd minute off the back of a 40/20, with Toa Mata’afa crossing on the right-hand side to take a 4-0 lead. A penalty goal to Adam Keighran took the Bears to 6-0, before Sean O’Sullivan set up Daeon Amituanai down the short side to get Penrith on the board. Kurt Falls converted from touch, but the Panthers trailed at the break after Keighran added another penalty goal. Amituanai was in the thick of the action in the opening minutes of the second half, scoring off another kick, then setting up Sunia Turuva with a kick of his own back on the inside. Another pair of tough conversions by Falls gave the Panthers an 18-8 lead. Thomas Jenkins looked to have wrapped the win up for the Panthers when he raced away with an intercept 20 minutes from full-time, but a pair of late Bears tries through Kevin Naiqama and Penrith junior Terrell May gave the Panthers a late scare. It was a tough afternoon for the Panthers in the Jersey Flegg Cup, falling to the high-flying Sydney Roosters 14-0. Both sides struggled to handle the ball in the slippery conditions, with the only try of the first half coming through Roosters five-eighth Hugo Savala as they took a 6-0 lead to the sheds. The Panthers gained a one-man advantage

Robert Jennings in action for Penrith. Photo: NRL Images.

early in the second half when Roosters centre Jordan Swann was sin binned for a professional foul, but it was the visitors who extended their lead to 12-0 through Jacob Preston.

A penalty goal inside the final 10 gave the Roosters a 14-point lead, which they held onto as they twice denied the Panthers in the dying minutes.

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What is your greatest Penrith Panthers memory? 2014 Semi Final Panthers vs Roosters, September 13 – Allianz Stadium. With the score 18-12 the Roosters way, the Panthers score a remarkable try through Dean Whare, which came from a Jamie Soward kick and then a Dallin flick back into the field in the 76th minute. Jamie Soward nails the sideline conversion and scores are level at 18-18. With two minutes remaining Jamie Soward nails a field goal 40 metres out with seconds remaining. A short kick off by the Roosters is taken

dead by the Panthers. Panthers win 19-18 and get the week off. Why was this memory so important to you? It was important to me because no one gave the Panthers a chance. I watched the game with a big group of friends and family. It was the first ever Finals match I attended and the win was very special and the most memorable so far and maybe even in years to come. How long have you been supporting the Panthers? 20 years.

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