Souths had Mal Meninga, Bruce Astill Ash Lumby, Chris Phelan and Billy Johnstone and South Sydney great Bob McCarthy as coach. Five-eighth: Wally Lewis (Valleys, Wynnum) 10. Moreton Daily Stadium. Captain Kevin Carmichael was the next to score for Norths, with second-rower Andrew Hamilton kicking a field goal 10 minutes later to extend Norths' lead to seven. Also in 1998, the club won its first First Grade premiership since 1980, [4] beating Wests in the Grand Final. { Props: Norm Potter (Wests) and Peter Gallagher (Brothers) so dire did the situation become, that by the late 1920s, the Queensland Rugby League commenced its own competition involving Ipswich clubs and two supporting Brisbane clubs. Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. So in 1987, the QRL voted to allow a side to join the NSWRL, although surprisingly the establishment ticket led by Senator Ron McAullife (the driving force behind State of Origin) was beaten to the punch by Barry Maranta and Paul Porky Morgan. Some of the clubs can trace their origins right back to the early years of rugby league (Souths-Logan to 1909), while others provide an identity for regional centres throughout the state (although not Toowoomba anymore, which I find incredible given its rich rugby league history). 15. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. The "founding fathers" of the QRFL included John Fihelly, an Australian Labor Party Member of Parliament who became Minister for Railways and Deputy Premier. Mal Meninga & Bryan Neibling the best on ground: 1981: BRL Grand Final Souths v Redcliffe: 13-9: 1: . Did we get it right? Paul McCabe 1. Played with the North QLD Marlins in 1984 when they became the first country team to make the finals of the State League. Teams that joined the Brisbane Rugby League competition around this time were South Coast (19521953), Wynnum-Manly (1951) and Redcliffe (1960). } 5 tries in finals. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. But if your subscription or membership includes home delivery, then you can request to suspend your paper delivery through My Account. 5. 7 tries in finals. Gary Badge Belcher (Souths) (21 Tests, QLD 16 games) 9,1,1. The Seagulls side, coached by Des Morris, included future Origin stars Miles, Terry Butler, Ian French, Greg Dowling and Rod Morris. Yow Yeh was a freak talent but his life was cut short when he died of a heart attack in police custody in June 27, 1975. If you subscribe directly with us you will also get access to our News+ Network which is made up of some of our most popular news sites, like. [2][3], Geyer and Matt Rua would go onto play in the Melbourne Storm's NRL Grand Final win over the St George Illawarra Dragons a year later, while Steven Bell would win an NRL premiership with the Manly Sea Eagles in 2008. Until the 1980s it was the premier sporting competition in Brisbane, attracting large crowds and broad media coverage. event : evt, Home Delivery is not available in all areas and is not the Regional edition. Brothers win the 1987 premiership at the end of the BRL era. Norths Devils, Wynnum Manly Seagulls, Burleigh Bears and Tweed Seagulls will experience grand final fever one week early with this weekend's preliminary finals taking place as curtain raisers to the NRL decider. The competition returned to a 16-team format in 1998 with the Bundaberg Grizzlies returning to the competition after a year's absence and the admission of the Townsville Stingers and Gold Coast Vikings. Grand Finals 'stats pack" with all the number you need to know for this weekend's game, courtesy of Brad Tallon. Each participating team is a feeder club for the Queensland Cup. Wynnum Manly win their first premiership in 1982. Mal Meninga, Ross Henrick, Billy Johnstone all involved. 2 tries in finals. The competition consists of Brisbane's top six rugby league clubs. This also affected the popularity of the Bulimba Cup which had been held between the cities of Brisbane, Ipswich and Toowoomba since the 1930s. We were such a good defensive team. 4BC Radios BRL Team of the 80s Second row: Des Morris (Easts, Wynnum) and Brian Davies (Souths) Devils' prop Anthony Bonus crashed over right next to the posts to cut the lead to four, before Geyer scored his second to level the scores. He won a premiership for Melbourne in the NRL a year later. 2 tries in finals. We had a special relationship. Gene Miles (Wynnum-Manly) (ARL Hall of Fame. News_Image_File: Joe Kilroy in action for Brothers. THIS is an ode to real rugby league; the unsanitised version of the code where Queensland rivalries are fiercer than anything Sydney tosses up. The 1960s were the decade of the North Devils. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Bennett would go on to win another seven premierships, six with the Broncos and one with St George Illawarra. Lowe was an innovator. Don't have an account? But when they brought in the Queensland side into the NSWRL that was the end of the Brisbane Rugby League, as far as that was concerned. Mal Meninga wasnt going to be my problem; he was Brian Dunns issue. Join the conversation, you are commenting as. If you subscribe directly with us you will also get access to our News+ Network which is made up of some of our most popular news sites, like. I sat down with Napa to talk about his great career. The Club has a proud record of success having been crowned Club Champions 14 times, along with 14 A Grade/State Premierships. Napa came to Brisbane, won a premiership and has never gone back, loving his life in Brisbane and his Devils forever. Lock: Ed Babe Collins (Norths, Brothers) See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Honourable mentions Arthur Fatty Edwards, Barry Muir, Greg Oliphant, Mark Murray, Wayne Lindenberg. Captain 1984 1985. Hashtags:#HostplusCup #PHINSvDEVILS Team of the BRL 1909 to 1987 820 subscribers Massive fight (punch up) in the 1980 Brisbane Rugby League Grand Final Norths Devils v Souths Magpies at Lang Park. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. Burleigh however were the fitter side in a game that almost stretched to 100 minutes. 1980 grand final By northsdevilsrlfc | October 7 . Oops! This option is only available where expressly indicated with the offer. The Seagulls side, coached by Des Morris, included future Origin stars Miles, Terry Butler, Ian French, Greg Dowling and Rod Morris. 1980 BRL Grand Final Souths v Norths 6,930 views May 9, 2009 11 Dislike Share Save Steven Feige 147 subscribers 1980 Brisbane Rugby League Grand Final Highlights - Southern Suburbs versus. Selected players from the Brisbane Rugby League clubs, represented Brisbane in matches against various Sydney Rugby League clubs.The representative team for Brisbane was called Combined Brisbane, but was also called Brisbane Capitals or Brisbane Firsts or Brisbane Poinsettias. window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { 4. 12. 2. Next time I will finish off with brief biographies of every club who ever played in the BRL. Burleigh however were the fitter side in a game that almost stretched to 100 minutes. listeners: [], No cancellations during the first 12 months. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. Wests halfback Jason Twist scored the first points of the game after four minutes with a try close the posts. The State League competition ran in parallel to the Brisbane Rugby League competition from 1982 to 1995. In 1998, a number of NRL clubs partnered with Queensland Cup sides, sending players not selected in first grade to play in the competition. We've been winning the State of Origin, and you can imagine if we were keeping our players, the club competition would be just as good as what it was when I was playing. I sat down with Napa to talk about his great career. Norths met Valleys several times in 1980, with their final dual of the season coming in the preliminary final won by Norths 15-14. Renewals occur unless cancelled in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. Not in conjunction with any other offer. And by inviting in the men from Port Moresby, the QCup became the third international club competition in rugby league. 1. The first official club competition kicked off in Brisbane on 8 May 1909. (function() { This was the first sign that the Queensland Cup, now the Intrust Super Cup, could be a legitimate competition sitting below the NRL. 25 years later, the competition now boasts teams from the Tweed all the way to Port Moresby and has become a source of quality footballers for the National Rugby League through its feeder team arrangements. Find out what Aaron Payne said ahead of the clash. featured alongside some of Australias most prominent sports journalists. There's no club identity at all now. Mitch Brennan The Brisbane Rugby League however, had been in slow decline for some 15 years as large numbers of its players left to compete in the more lucrative Sydney Rugby League, and began to lose popular interest with the creation of the Brisbane Broncos in 1988. So there are Australian Hall of Fame players and even an Immortal who miss out on this team, because they spent more of their career either in Sydney or Queensland Country. In 1967 the Queensland Rugby League removed the residential qualifications for players in Brisbane Rugby League clubs, meaning that players did not have to reside in their certain suburbs to play for their teams. 4. man of the match in 1979 and 1986 grand finals. So Mal came around and dad showed him the big framed 1980 premiership Norths photo. Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery 12 Month Plan costs $312 (min. It explains that if you do not provide us with information we have requested from you, we may not be able to provide you with the goods and services you require. Everyone, especially the media, declared Norths were no chance. SPECIAL MENTION: 1981, Souths and Mick Reardon deny Artie. Home delivery is not available in all areas and is not the regional edition. This meant that players had to live within a certain distance of their club. Joe Kilroy starred again, this time for Brothers. No cancellations during the first 12 months. { This Devils team has already knocked over minor premiers Burleigh and second-placed Sunshine Coast in the finals series. HOSTPLUS CUP TEAM; Women's Rugby League; 2023 Cyril Connell Challenge; 2023 Mal Meninga Cup; 2023 Hastings Deering Colts . 6. This clip showcases the two teams' first clash of the season and it was another close affair, but this time the Diehards would prevail. Between Souths Brisbane and Paramatta Phelan played in 5 consecutive grand finals, winning four. Wayne Bennett, as an example, is rightly lauded for winning seven premierships as a coach with Brisbane and St George Illawarra. They seem to forget Brisbane Souths started in 1910. Geyer was the star, scoring three tries that hauled Norths off the canvas after they trailed 16-0 early in the match. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. We beat Valleys in the prelim final and Muppet scored twice to get us home. Wynnum-Manly owned probably the best roster in Brisbane and one of the best in the country but had drowned in debt, with only three of their eight Queensland stars left with the club by 1987. Kilroy signed for the Brethren for a Harley Davidson motorcycle. Subscribe with Google lets you purchase a subscription, using your Google account. After purchase, this subscription may be managed in your Google Account Settings. His death in a watch house has long been the subject of controversy. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. Norths finished with two late tries to Craig O'Dwyer and Geyer to cap a remarkable 19-point win. VIDEO: Devils and Diehards rip in to each other. From then on, you can then use Sign In with Google to access your subscription and Google will do the billing for the subscription and process your payments. window.mc4wp.listeners.push( Maybe most importantly, the club signed a baby-faced halfback from Ipswich, fresh from his breakout Origin debut the year before. Anyone can contribute to The Roar and have their work Reserves The Brisbane Rugby League premiership then became a second-tier competition until it ceased and was fully replaced at this level by the Queensland Cup before the 1998 season. He won a $100 George Symons suit and a $60 transistor radio. Smokin Joe Kilroy (Norths, Brothers) (QLD 6 games) 8,2,2. man of the match 1980 grand final. Although the Queensland Rugby League attempted to regain control of the Brisbane Rugby League competition in 1923 and 1924, the Brisbane Rugby League remained steadfast and the dispute simmered into the next decade. 9. For full details, see our Terms and Conditions www.couriermail.com.au/connectedterms. Norths have only won the one game at Moreton Daily Stadium since 2009 (in 2013) against the Dolphins. Go head to head with other fans to pick your best players and compete in daily NRL fantasy competitions with Draftstars its free to join. They said they had Graham Lowe and Mark Graham who I knew very well from home and they would pay my rent for two years, $500 sign on and $200 a game. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. Matt Geyer scores three tries in 1998 for Norths Devils as they beat Wests. [2] Former Brisbane Rugby League chairman and Queensland Rugby League secretary Ron McAullife eventually secured the use of Lang Park as a permanent home for rugby league in Queensland. The epic 1990 grand final brawl between Norths and Valleys. VIDEO: Extra-time heroics from Bear OFlanagan. 9. The new organisation was attacked by both the local press and the QRU for introducing professionalism, which they claimed would destroy the sport. This automatically renews to be charged as $16 (min. 17. They won again in 1966 and 1969 to claim eight premierships in 11 years and were also runners up in 1967 and 1970. New customers only. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Please call us on 1800 070 535 and well help resolve the issue or try again later. The Club was first established as Past Grammars in 1923, as a Club for Old Boys of Brisbane Grammar School. The Grand Final, attended by over 32,000 people, was most notable for a fight which occurred in the first half of the match. Norths beat Wests 35-16 at Lang Park. Kilroy was a Bronco the following year and several of Brothers premiership stars headed for Sydney with Mark Coyne, Peter Gill, Steve Carter and Trevor Bailey all ending up at the Dragons. He was young but just understood football and footballers. Mate, I have no idea where the radio is, Morris said this week. event : evt, 3. ", This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 04:07. While the New South Wales Rugby League was originally negotiating a Brisbane team sponsored by the Queensland Rugby League, a private bid in the form of the Brisbane Broncos was instead accepted by the New South Wales Rugby League. Graham Lowe went with Shane Bernadin. Kilroy fielded a Mal Meninga clearing kick in his own half and blitzed past five Souths defenders before finding Dunn for the try. To join the conversation, please A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. News_Image_File: Devils and Diehards get stuck in in 1990. It was first held in 1922 and for every year until 1997. On 26 September 2014, the South East Queensland Division announced that they will be scrapping the existing FOGS Cup structure and reforming the Brisbane Rugby League as the state's secondary competition. They have also helped bring about the rise of PNG on the international stage (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images). The money made from jersey sponsorships and advertising hoardings at grounds was not able to compete with poker machine money available to Sydney Rugby League clubs in the Sydney Rugby League, and an increasing number of players left the Brisbane Rugby League. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. [4] Legally, although they share the same name, this competition is completely separate from the original BRL. Ask Wayne himself whether that grand final in 1985 meant any less to him than the seven that followed, and he will tell you it was a career-defining moment for him.. He kicked the winning goal despite carrying an ankle injury which occurred while running a coaching clinic shortly before the decider. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. If you wanted to order a wrecking ball from New Zealand to come to Norths Devils and wreak havoc then Stan Napa would be top of your list. VIDEO: Devils and Diehards rip in to each other. It was an incredible game which went to extra time when an audacious chip and chase from Easts winger Steve Beattie led to a remarkable try in the dying minutes and Tigers half Dane Campbell slotted the conversion from the sideline. In the 2006 NRL Grand Final Melbourne's 17 man team had 13 players who had played with Norths in past years, . They were everywhere. It also explains how you can access or seek correction of your personal information, how you can complain about a breach of the Australian Privacy Principles and how we will deal with a complaint of that nature. But first Wynnum-Manly signed off on their golden era with a fourth consecutive State League title, defeating Redcliffe yet again. Previously, forwards would stand where the ball was predicted to land and often drop it before they could hit it up. Easts Tigers win the 1972 grand final with a field goal in the last minute. This was the end of the BRL competition as league fans knew it. SPECIAL MENTION: 1981, Souths and Mick Reardon deny Artie. This is the most sensational grand final of all. Hooker: John Lang (Easts) Des Morris, now the Tigers chief executive and Maroons chairman of selectors, was man of the match. I started on the bench which I was so cranky about. 16. 3 tries and 1 field goal in finals. Norths win the 1980 grand final, beating a star-studded Souths Magpies side. Brothers win the 1987 premiership at the end of the BRL era. Shirts torn, eyes bruised, respect earned. Home Delivery is not available in all areas and is not the Regional edition. The win ended a 22-year premiership drought for Easts. Register, Join the conversation, you are commenting as Logout. ); The truth is, he has won eight, having masterminded Souths 1985 win over Wynnum. Kevins relative Jharal also had a heartbreaking end to his career, when a compound fracture called curtains on his incredible talent at age 24. 9. Also, like with Sydney's competition, Brisbane's competition was also called the Winfield Cup during the 1980s, due to sponsorship from Winfield cigarettes. 1. Ian French The game is best remembered for a vicious all-in brawl. Mark Murray -Great communicator, smart and I remember the first time I head him speak I thought I can listen to him. This coincided with the commencement of television broadcasts of Brisbane Rugby League games in the same year. Chris Phelan was the man we had identified to stop in the forwards. He won a premiership for Melbourne in the NRL a year later. Souths had Mal Meninga, Bruce Astill Ash Lumby, Chris Phelan and Billy Johnstone and South Sydney great Bob McCarthy as coach. BRL State League Norths v Souths: 16-6: 1: Bottom placed Devils cause upset with great play from halves Craig Grauf & Geoff Bagnall: 1986: QRL Brisbane Minor Semi Final Brothers v Valleys: This option is only available where expressly indicated with the offer. The Blackhawks have signalled the start of an exciting era for Townsville, naming a new-look side stacked with Cowboys talent. Full Digital Access to be billed $1 for the first 28 days. Back row: (from left) John Coppleman (runner), Robert Grogan, Tony Rea, Jim Stafford, Peter Gill, Eric Kennedy, Brett Le Man, Steve Carter, Gary Vernon, Shane McErlean, Mick Long (selector), Dick Healy (selector). The latest instalment of Queenslands first-grade league competition will be decided on Sunday when the Easts Tigers meet the Northern Pride at Suncorp Stadium in the Intrust Super Cup final. This is the most thrilling game of the Queensland Cup era. Monday to Friday 7:30am 6:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:00am 11:30am (AEST), App or digital edition only customer? The Brisbane Rugby League was a rugby league football competition in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Honourable mentions Len Kenny, Len Dawson, Frank Melit, Reg Bubbles Pegg, Lionel Morgan. You are only entitled to this subscription if and for as long as you hold a valid and active subscription with your Google Account. Playing out of Pizzey Park (one of the great names for a sports ground), a Burleigh team has developed that was nearly as well-coached and organised as the most southern team in the NRL. Please call 1800 070 535. 3 tries in 1982 preliminary finals and 1 in the grand final. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Devils v Dolphins Miles and Rod Morris were selected for the Kangaroos on the back of their efforts in Wynnums premiership season. Bob Kellaway (Souths, Brothers, Ipswich) (QLD 1 game) 7,2,0. This was the end of the BRL competition as league fans knew it. There has never been a period of dominance like it in Brisbane club football. Some great old BRL names take the field here, including Ziggy Strasser, Mark Murray, Joe Kilroy, Campbell 'Zulu' Dews (minus the trademark beard), Ross Henrick, Johnny Payne, Yogi Dunn, Wally Lewis (playing halfback), Al McInnes and Bryan NieblingI'd better stop as I could go on forever! Spectators cheered while a commentator was quoted as saying "that's as bad as I've seen in a Grand Final." When play resumed, a close game finished with Norths winning 17-15. They won six titles in a row between 1959 and 1964 to rival St George's dominance in the south. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Played for the Broncos and Canterbury in a successful career. But once your delivery is activated, youll get the next edition, hot off the press. Brothers folded in 2004 but have launched a bid to become an NRL club. Easts Tigers win the 1972 grand final with a field goal in the last minute. 17. Please help update this article to reflect recent events or newly available information. However, the BRL maintained legal top-flight status until the advent of the national Australian Rugby League premiership in 1995, which superseded both it and the Sydney Rugby League premiership. The Port Moresby Vipers withdrew after two seasons in the competition after they were unable to continue to pay their travel and accommodation costs. Norths tries were brilliant, several involved six or seven passes. Why subscribe to become a Full Digital Access or Paper Delivery + Full Digital Access Member? 5. Wayne Lindenberg There were so many great players in the 1980s that here is a second team that would hold its own against anyone: The field goal was the first in Fyfes career. In 1978 the premiership trophy, the Kirks Cup was replaced by the Winfield Cup. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. You already have a current subscription with us. Napa came to Brisbane, won a premiership and has never gone back, loving his life in Brisbane and his Devils forever. Head-to-head:Redcliffe Dolphins 33, Norths Devils 15, draws 2 I remember the suits though. The highlight of the match was an amazing Brian Dunn try, set up by Kilory. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Logan halfback Shane Perry was named the competition's Player of the Year. Several longstanding clubs were not able to survive the impact over the coming years. Redcliffe had Artie Beetson as captain-coach and looked certain to break their long premiership drought until Mal Meninga and Mick Reardon caught Dolphins winger Louta Atoi out of position and Reardon did the rest. Instead, referee Eddie Ward gave a caution to all players. Norths win the 1980 grand final, beating a star-studded Souths Magpies side. It could take up to 5 business days before your first paper delivery arrives. forms: { Payment will be charged to your Google Account. Grand Finals 'stats pack" with all the number you need to know for this weekend's game, courtesy of Brad Tallon. Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery $8 billed every 4 weeks for the first 12 weeks, then $36 billed every 4 weeks. [6] Harry Bates Fonda Metassa Jack Reardon Henry Hegarty Joe Kilroy Bill Pearson Jack Stapleton Vic Rudd Cameron Smith Lloyd Weier Trevor Gillmeister Mark Graham In the 1980s, two further teams were added to the Brisbane Rugby League competition: Ipswich (1986) and Logan (1987). Won the Rothmans Medal in 1991 post Broncos. News_Image_File: Captain Norm Carr hoists the 1985 premiership trophy and Mal Meninga in action for Souths. We beat Australia 19-15, we beat Great Britain 14-10 and France 17-0. Played with the North QLD Marlins in 1984 when they became the first country team to make the finals of the State League. Our Privacy Policy includes important information about our collection, use and disclosure of your personal information (including to provide you with targeted advertising based on your online activities). [4][5], Last edited on 27 December 2022, at 07:55, "1998 QLD Cup Grand Final Norths 35 v Wests 16", "20 Years on - Remembering the 1998 Grand Final", "Where are they now: 1999 NRL grand finalists", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=1998_Queensland_Cup&oldid=1129823821, This page was last edited on 27 December 2022, at 07:55. One of the recommendations was the creation of a statewide competition. All times AEST (GMT +10). Miles and Rod Morris were selected for the Kangaroos on the back of their efforts in Wynnums premiership season. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. 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