I think I heard correctly

[Father Ted]

I Think I heard on the radio a few minutes ago that Bennetts mum had died and he has flown home I could'nt turn it up as I was driving the M5 but if correct I offer my heartfelt condolence to Wayne and family . If I heard correctly We will be coached tonight by Price and gain an insight into the future of the club.

 

[Father Ted]

I'm not 100% sure I was'nt kind of daydreaming can anyone confirm ?

 

[silverex]

It's been in the Jubilee Ave forum since about 11:30.

 

[Saint Angelo]

http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/league/5097668/Dragons-honour-Wayne-Bennetts-mother


Dragons players will wear black armbands tonight in honour of Dragons coach Wayne Bennett's mother, who has died.
Assistant coach Steve Price will take over coaching duties against the Eels tonight and it is understood Bennett has taken indefinite leave and flown to his home state of Queensland to be with his family.
SkyTV reported Patsy Bennett's death this morning, though it's understood she was ill as far back as March.
This is the second death in Bennett's family this year, following the passing of his mother-in-law.
Bennett missed a World Club Challenge match against English side Wigan in February after flying home to be with her when she was sick.
She died several days later and her funeral was held in Queensland on March 4.

 

[Father Ted]

http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/league/5097668/Dragons-honour-Wayne-Bennetts-mother


Dragons players will wear black armbands tonight in honour of Dragons coach Wayne Bennett's mother, who has died.
Assistant coach Steve Price will take over coaching duties against the Eels tonight and it is understood Bennett has taken indefinite leave and flown to his home state of Queensland to be with his family.
SkyTV reported Patsy Bennett's death this morning, though it's understood she was ill as far back as March.
This is the second death in Bennett's family this year, following the passing of his mother-in-law.
Bennett missed a World Club Challenge match against English side Wigan in February after flying home to be with her when she was sick.
She died several days later and her funeral was held in Queensland on March 4.

Thanks gone through it myself and it's a very sad and painful time. O/T Indefinite leave that sounds a little frightning .

 

[Cagey Mac]

Thanks gone through it myself and it's a very sad and painful time. O/T Indefinite leave that sounds a little frightning .

It is a painful time and a time when the really important things in life come to mind.
Perhaps it's a good time for us all to remember the love and sacrifices that our parents have gifted us throughout our lives.

Sincere condolences to Wayne and his family
Greg

 

[slammingsam]

Condolences to Wayne and his family. What a great man she raised though and I'm sure she layed to rest comfortable with the fact her son had made a big difference in the community.

 

[HowHigh]

Condolences to the Bennett family. Hopefully the boys put in a big performance for him while he's away.

 

[Outlaw Pete]

Condolences to Wayne and his family.

 

[God-King Dean]

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[Quigs]

Condolences from this side of the Tom Uglys too.

Sorry to hear the news.

 

[Drew-Sta]

Condolences to Wayne.

Perhaps the army could raise a few dollars to donate to Wayne Bennett's choice of charity in honour to his Mothers Memory?

 

[Jono1987]

Condolences to Wayne and his family.

Hopefully the boys can get home tonight for him.

 

[silverex]

I know what you mean, Jono, but when your Mum passes away, whether your team wins or loses is rather insignificant isn't it?

 

[Ausguy]

Yep always puts things into perspective... RIP Mrs Bennett, good luck to you blokes tonight im sure they will get up for Benny.

 

[dragonsman4eva]

Condolences to wayne and his family. I hope that dousty convices him to take a couple weeks off as he has had a rough year so far when it comes to family and health. It should always be family first and footy second. Hopefully the boys win for wayne tonight

 

[Twizzle]

sorry to hear such sad news

RIP Mrs Benny

 

[Twizzle]

Steve Price to coach St George Illawarra against Parramatta following death of Wayne Bennett's mother

Sad moment ... Dragons coach to miss Eels clash after mother's passing. Source: News Limited



WAYNE Bennett will not coach St George Illawarra in Friday night's NRL match against Parramatta following the death of his mother.

It's believed Dragons assistant coach Steve Price will take the reins of the club as Bennett stays with his family, Illawarra Mercury editor Stuart Howie reported on Twitter.
Bennett missed St George Illawarra's World Club Challenge match with St Helens earlier this year when he flew home to Australia to be with his ill mother-in-law.
"It is important that I am with my family at this difficult time," he said in February.
Dragons assistant Price is well placed to lead the Dragons on tonight having already been signed by the club to a two-year contract from 2012.


clicky

 

[Stagger Lee]

Wishing Wayne my thoughts and best wishes. He must take as much time off from work as he needs, he deserves to.

 

[the animal]

Condolences to the Wayne & his family