Posts by Stuart McCarthy
Jets put depleted Dragons to the sword
Newtown Jets 30 def. St George Dragons 5 NEWTOWN 30 (Kevin Bradstock, Peter Gordon, Steve Kosta, John Floyd, Lionel Williamson, Tom Melville tries, Ken Wilson 6 goals) beat ST GEORGE 5 (Roy Ferguson try, Barry Hulbert goal) Coach: Clarrie Jeffreys (Newtown), Graeme Langlands (St George) Half time: Newtown 12 St George 0 Match URL: www.rugbyleagueproject.org/matches/13326…
Read MoreFlashback Friday – Jets v Saints 1973
Each week, thanks to Schofield King Lawyers, we bring you a story from our rich history. It was arguably one of the most satisfying victories in Newtown’s history although it took a little longer than we expected. In 1973, the newly renamed Jets were flying high. After six straight seasons without finals footy, the financially…
Read MoreMembers Badge Draw Thursday 11th June 2020
Our members are the cornerstone of our great club. By becoming members they have shown they are more than just supporters and are an invaluable part of the Newtown family. To thank our members for sticking with us through these unparalleled times we’ve introduced our Members Badge Draw which will be drawn every Thursday. This…
Read MoreHere’s how you can support the Newtown Jets when you’re watching the NRL at home
The NRL has launched an activation to bring fans inside closed stadiums for the resumption of the NRL Telstra Premiership.Newtown Jets Members and fans’ can make their presence felt inside the stadium, on-screen and online until the crowds can return.The NRL “Fan in the Stand” concept provides fans with the opportunity to take their seats…
Read MoreNewtown Jets Virtual Team List v St George Dragons Wed 10th June, 2020
While we might not be able to watch Newtown Jets games live this season we can relive past glories from years gone by. As part of Virtual Season 2020, JETS TVis broadcasting classic matches featuring our opponents from the 2020 Canterbury Cup NSW draw. With the return of NRL live matches on Saturday afternoon, we’re…
Read MoreJets reap the reward of a brave team effort
Report on the ISP NSW Finals Week 2 match between Newtown and NZ Warriors, played at Pepper Stadium, Penrith on Sunday, 11th September 2016 replayed on JETS TV as part of our Virtual Season 2020 on Wednesday 3rd June by Glen ‘Bumper’ Dwyer. Watch it on YouTube. The Newtown Jets have advanced to the preliminary finals…
Read MoreFlashback Friday – Mark Tookey
Each week, thanks to Schofield King Lawyers, we bring you a story from our rich history. In theory, Mark Tookey and the Newtown Jets were a match made in heaven – rugby league’s biggest cult hero playing for rugby league’s biggest cult club. It’s the year 2000, and Tookey has just made the move across…
Read MoreMembers Badge Draw Thursday 4th June 2020
Our members are the cornerstone of our great club. By becoming members they have shown they are more than just supporters and are an invaluable part of the Newtown family. To thank our members for sticking with us through these unparalleled times we’ve introduced our Members Badge Draw which will be drawn every Thursday. This…
Read MoreThere’s more excitement waiting for you this Wednesday night!
Your Virtual Season 2020 media specialists have chosen another thrilling encounter for your viewing in the popular new timeslot of Wednesday night at 8.00pm. This week’s retro match is an Intrust Super Premiership NSW elimination semi-final, played between Newtown and the New Zealand Warriors on the night of Sunday, 11th September 2016. It almost beggars…
Read MoreNewtown Jets Virtual Team List v NZ Warriors Wed 3rd June, 2020
While we might not be able to watch Newtown Jets games live this season we can relive past glories from years gone by. As part of Virtual Season 2020, JETS TV is broadcasting classic encounters featuring our opponents from the 2020 Canterbury Cup NSW draw. With the return of NRL live matches on Saturday afternoon,…
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