In this episode, Cooper and Matty Johns chat with Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo about the team's outstanding form in the 2024 NRL season. Ciraldo discusses the impact of new recruits, the rise of emerging leaders, and some surprise performers who have played pivotal roles. He also mentions a few players who bring a bit of mischief to training. As the Bulldogs gear up for the 2024 NRL Finals, Ciraldo offers insights into their preparations and the strategies they're focusing on to maintain their momentum. Subscribe and Follow Follow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backstagecoopermattyjohns/ Follow our TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/backstagecoopermattyjohns/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@BackstagewithCooperMattyJohns?si=XPwO48AuIoavVZYf Listen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3S3w0dmLOae7aJGYe4PeqB?si=6f50fa06a4744747 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/backstage-with-cooper-matty-johns/id1729949087 Advertise through us! For any enquiries - Email Below [email protected] 0:00-Northies & Matty 1:30-Bulldogs Rise 4:25-Bulldogs Style 6:20-New Recruits 8:30-Toby Sexton 10:30-Stephen Crichton 19:00-Bronson Xerri 21:30-Matt Burton 22:30-Rascals 23:20-Head Coaching 30:00-Dylan Edwards 33:10-Nathan Cleary 35:00-Ivan Cleary & More 40:20-Villiame Kikau 43:30-Playing Career 47:30-Retirement & More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices