The Latest Breaking News from Jack Cogger

Halves hell: Newcastle's big barrier to NRL finals

The Knights' ever-changing halves pairings mean they must defy the odds to make the NRL finals, with no combination lasting more than four straight games.

AAP · Aug 31, 2024

Kalyn Ponga set to thrive on Knights' finals challenge

Newcastle superstar Kalyn Ponga has indicated he's beginning to find his mojo again after a year of injuries, thriving on the chance to push for the finals.

AAP · Aug 24, 2024

Ponga's spark helps keep Knights in NRL finals race

Newcastle have stayed in the race to make the NRL's top eight, with Kalyn Ponga providing the bright spark in their 36-16 win over South Sydney.

AAP · Aug 24, 2024

Schneider follows long line of Penrith's student No.7s

Brad Schneider's chance to deputise for Nathan Cleary makes him the latest student of the game to step into the coveted role as Penrith's back-up No.7.

AAP · Mar 27, 2024

'Could have been me': Hastings axing focuses Gamble

Newcastle's Tyson Gamble has quit social media and taken a long hard look at himself after the brutal early season axing of his halves partner Jackson Hastings.

AAP · Mar 25, 2024

O'Brien coy on Knights' halves after beating Storm

In their first game since dropping halfback Jackson Hastings, Newcastle have overcome a short-handed Melbourne for their first win of the NRL season.

AAP · Mar 24, 2024

Storm's Bellamy still uncertain on Munster return

Ahead of their clash with a desperate Knights outfit in Newcastle, Craig Bellamy says Cameron Munster's troublesome groin injury looks to have improved.

AAP · Mar 23, 2024

Knights axe Hastings for Cogger, as Broncos name Haas

Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has dumped halfback Jackson Hastings in favour of recruit Jack Cogger after the Knights' disappointing start to the NRL season.

AAP · Mar 19, 2024

Toohey's News: why Hastings is in the hot seat in Knights halves battle

Jack Cogger is breathing down the neck of both halves.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 13, 2024

Cogger 'a must' for Newcastle halves: Matthew Johns

Newcastle great Matthew Johns wants the Knights to pick Jack Cogger as their first-choice half for 2024, believing the recruit should partner Jackson Hastings.

AAP · Mar 4, 2024