The Dragons Den is in the stands at training this week with Blake Lawrie and last weeks debutante Jesse Marschke.  A man who bleeds red and white, Block speaks openly about the task at hand and how the boys will turn 2024 in to a year to be celebrated. Yeah Jesse Marschke is a 26 year old brimming with talent who has never gotten the chance to show it despite being on the cusp of an NRL debut. Christian and Jesse talk about the path he has taken to get his start at the Dragons, the tough...

The Dragons Den welcomes head coach Shane Flanagan. Off the back of a disappointing loss to the Dolphins, Christian and Flanno discuss expectations for the 2024 season, how the Dragons will become a force in the future, and what the fans will see this weekend against a high flying cowboys side. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Hayes Siilbek See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dragons Den finishes the season as it started, by welcoming CEO Ryan Webb in to review 2023 and look to 2024. Christian and Ryan discuss the challenges that reared their head throughout a below par season, how the Dragons navigated them and have become stronger on the other side. The season has not been what we’d hoped, but there are shining lights and lessons learned. Ryan also discusses incoming coach Shane Flanagan, structural changes to the footballing department and the youngsters...

Ahead of our final game of the season, The G.O.A.T.  makes his way in to the Dragons Den.  Jeremy Latimore is a guy who not only wore the Red V, but also played under Shane Flanagan. So he brings his insight on what we can expect from Flanno next season as well as his experience being around the team this season.  Christian and Lats discuss the season that was vs the season that could have been, and the importance of finishing on a good note against the Knights at Jubilee.  The Dragons Den...

This week on the Dragons we look over all of the the Red V news so far this week. Despite a loss, some positive signs to take out of the Dragons V Storm game. Another young player makes the jump to the top 30 and The NRLW Dragons won a last gasp thriller!!! Go Girls!  Plus we look forward to this weeks clash with The Warroirs. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Hayes Siilbec See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

General Manager of Football, Ben Haran joins The Dragons Den this week.  Ben takes us through the ups and downs of a season that, so far, has not lived up to expectations. Though what are the positives the club can draw from this year? Ben and Christian discuss everything from the departure of Anthony Griffin, signing Shane Flanagan, to the Dragons to the Ben Hunt release saga.  But it’s not all doom and gloom … Ben covers the process behind reshaping the squad for the future, creating...

This week we chat to a guy who looks remarkably like another Red V star!! One half of "The Couchman Twins" Ryan Couchman joins us this week on the back of his impressive debut against The Eels. Christian and Ryan talk about his road to selection, sibling rivalry, the players who have influenced his playing style and navigating the pressures of being. young gun in the NRL. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Hayes Siilbec See...

A double header on the Dragons Den as Head Coach Ryan Carr joins Christian for an update on the squad and to address the fallout from the Manly game. Ryan is clear as he stands by his comments from the press conference following the game, and has a lot to say about what the Dragons have left to prove in what remains of the season Connor Muhleisen is a kid who has been lighting up NSW cup and earned his debut against the Sea Eagles. What does it mean to a kid that has been a Dragons fan since...

This week on The Dragons Den we go behind the scenes of player management. David Riolo runs Titan Sports Management and is one of the top player managers and has been for a very long time. Managing the careers of top athletes has its hurdles and protecting their careers is equally as challenging. The best do it well and David Riolo is by far one of those.  Enjoy this chat, its a very interesting one. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and...

With the opening round of the NRLW this weekend. The Dragons Den this week welcomes Red V star Tyla Nathan-Wong and NRLW Head Coach and Dragons legend Jamie Soward. With a big NRLW season about to kick off, we have no doubt our girls have got the goods to go all the way!! The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Hayes Siilbec See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watching footy on TV would be nothing without the people who create the atmosphere, emotion and keep the energy alight for 80 minutes every week for every game. This week into The Dragons Den we welcome Fox Sports commentator Matt Russell. Matt kicked off his career in 1991 and has been climbing the ranks ever since. The key to a great rugby league commentator is they must love the game and in this chat you will hear, that Matt Russell LOVES rugby league. Enjoy a great story from one of...

Every footy players dream is to play in the NRL and finally after all the hard work, we welcome Dan Russell to the Red V squad for his NRL debut. In this episode Christian speaks to Dan about how he got the call up, the long road to get there and how he went with the one thing players on debut love to do... call the family and break the news!! See it go down HERE The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Hayes Siilbec See...

This week into The Dragons Den we welcome NRLW star and new Dragons recruit, Bobbi Law. Recently signed to The Red V for 2 years under Jamie Soward, Bobbi is fresh off a premiership season with the knights and ready to go back to back at her now home of the Dragons. With the NRLW season just 3 weeks away, it's an exciting time for woman's rugby league and in this chat we cover it all.  The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production -...

On the back of the news that Ben Hunt has requested an immediate release from his contract, The Dragons Den welcomes CEO Ryan Webb to talk us through the situation. What has to be done to ensure the club is in the best position moving forward, with or without our star playmaker? How can a player be talking to another club before the November 1?  What is Ben motivation for asking for a release? And what role will Shane Flanagan have in the discussions with Hunt?  Christian also sits down...

On the back of a successful return to Netstrata Jubilee Stadium and some big news regarding the 2024 coaching position … Former Dragon and hard running forward George Rose enters The Dragons Den This Week and what a chat it is!  Life after Rugby League can be a tricky one to navigate for players, but life after footy for George Rose has been a very successful transition. George is the CEO of No Limit Boxing and stages some of the biggest sporting events in the country. We hear stories of...

This week we welcome Josh Coric into The Dragons Den When we speak about the future of The Dragons, this name is always on the list of future stars for The Red V.  20 minutes into the Dragons v St Helens trial Josh suffered a season ending injury. Rehab is going well and once clear he will be looking to cement his spot firmly inside that top 30 squad. In this episode we look at his rise through rugby league to the top grade, his future plans in the NRL and most importantly.. when will we...

Another week … Another news story …  Jason Ryles has taken himself out of consideration for the Dragons Head Coaching role, but the season rolls on with the Panthers at BlueBet Stadium.  Defensive Coach Ben Woolf sits down with Christian to discuss the journey that lead him to The Dragons, coping with constant rules changes, his rivalry with his brother Kristian Woolf of the Dolphins and the importance of unity and hard work in defence to create a winning culture.  How will the club move...

Off the back of an important win against The Roosters, The Dragons Den welcomes Interim Head Coach Ryan Carr.  Christian and Ryan discuss the massive changes within the club since last week, the grit the boys showed to get over the line at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium and how the Dragons possess all the tools to turn this season around. Ryan makes it clear he’s not a coach who wants wins the easy way, he wants the boys to prove their worth and play like Dragons.  Looking forward to the...

A chaotic week for Dragons Fans as the club makes the decision to part ways with Anthony Griffin. Christian welcomes CEO Ryan Webb to talk us through the process, what Hooks departure means for the club moving forward, and what we can expect from Ryan Carr in 2023. The season marches on, with key changes ahead of the Roosters game at Kogarah on Friday.  So, Dragons legend Shaun Timmins joins The Den for an inside look on the state of the squad, his role mentoring the youngster and of course,...

A big episode for The Dragons Den this week. The one and only Jamie Soward sits down with Christian for a deep dive into the NRLW and all that’s involved in putting together a winning side in the ever growing woman’s rugby league competition. We take a look back at Sowies proud years in the Red V and get his insight into the current Dragons squad and their 2023 season. Ahead of a tough one in Townsville this week, we then cross to the dragons QLD camp with Jaydn Su’A. How’s the vibe, what’s...

There’s not been a lot to cheer about in the Den recently, but one thing is for sure … there’s young talent knocking on the door.  Toby Couchman sits down with Christian to talk about his journey and hopes for his future. Dealing with the step up in professionalism, and overcoming the ups and downs of the NRL at such a young age.  The Dragons Den talks to Josh Kerr about his decision to move on in 2024, and covers the changes to the team ahead of a Magic Round clash with the Tigers.  The...

The Dragons Den welcomes Red V royalty! Michael Weyman was known as one of the hardest running props in the game and to this day, his commitment to the Dragons is worn on his sleeve. Looking back, ‘Horse’ covers everything from his junior days in Marouya, pushing through darker periods in his career, to lifting the Provan-Summons Trophy in 2010 under super coach Wayne Bennett. Christian and Mick discuss the state of rugby league, his fondest memories in the Red V jersey, and how the boys...

This week Bomber joins Christian in the Den!  Sitting on the sidelines after training he talks about his time out of the game, how it shaped who he is today and his road back to his best footy.  The boys talk selections, the young guns knocking on the door and how the team can turn the season around …Starting with the Roosters on Anzac Day. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Hayes Siilbec See omnystudio.com/listener for...

General Manager Ben Haran enters the Dragons Den. Christian and Ben focus on the current climate at the club, is Hook on the chopping block? What happens behind the scenes when a coach is moved on and why do we lose so many of our youngsters, only to look outside the Illawarra and Kogarah nursery for players? But most importantly, how can the club build a squad for the future and still remain competitive while there is uncertainty surrounding the coach? All this and more in episode 6 of...

This week, The Dragons Den welcomes El Capitano Ben Hunt!  From the team gym at WIN Stadium, the boy from Dingo sits down with Christian to discuss the highs and lows of 15 seasons and almost 300 games in the NRL.  Ben breaks down an important victory against the Dolphins, speaks of silencing the critics with good performances and discusses his part in the development of the young halves around him.  In his usual fashion, Dozer is thoughtful, direct and no nonsense. The Dragons Den is...