Origin Game 3

[getsmarty]

Corey Norman officially named at five-eighth for Maroons
Author
QRL Media Release
Timestamp
Wed 3 Jul 2019, 10:26 AM

Kevin Walters has confirmed the Queensland Maroons line up for next Wednesday’s State of Origin decider at ANZ Stadium in Sydney.

Cameron Munster moves from five-eighth to fullback in the absence of the injured Kalyn Ponga, with Dragons playmaker Corey Norman the new No. 6.

In the forwards, Joe Ofahengaue is set to make his first starting appearance for the Maroons with Christian Welch to debut from the interchange bench.

“We’ve had a really positive start to our camp since we’ve got back together here in Brisbane,” Walters said.

“Now we’re about to get into some of our bigger training sessions so it’s an exciting time for everyone, particularly the players who have been given a new opportunity at this level.

“Cameron has always enjoyed playing fullback and I can sense how eager he is to make a strong contribution.

“The same can be said for Corey. He’s been in our system for a number of years now and he’s stoked to get the chance on such a big stage.

“Now it’s about getting down to business and making sure our preparation is spot on.”

Queensland Maroons
1. Cameron Munster
2. Corey Oates
3. Michael Morgan
4. Will Chambers
5. Dane Gagai
6. Corey Norman
7. Daly Cherry-Evans (C)
8. Joe Ofahengaue
9. Ben Hunt
10. Josh Papalii
11. Felise Kaufusi
12. Matt Gillett
13. Josh McGuire
14. Moses Mbye
15. Christian Welch
16. Tim Glasby
17. David Fifita
18. Ethan Lowe


https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2019/07/03/corey-norman-officially-named-at-five-eighth-for-maroons/

 

[Old Kogarah Boy 1]

By picking Pearce for Origin, New South Wales has just handed the Canetods, game 3.
He is the perennial Origin loser.

If it looks like sh!t,
smells like sh!t,
Taste like sh!t,
It must be sh!t .............and it aint' good sh!t, but they keep picking him?

 

[denis preston]

By picking Pearce for Origin, New South Wales has just handed the Canetods, game 3.
He is the perennial Origin loser.

If it looks like sh!t,
smells like sh!t,
Taste like sh!t,
It must be sh!t .............and it aint' good sh!t, but they keep picking him?

Bullshit !!!
The side is stronger with Klemmer & Pearce. Cleary is a myth and we all know Tariq 2019 is certainly not Tariq of early 2018.

 

[getsmarty]

Hunt expects rookie Norman to shine at five-eighth
Maroons hooker Ben Hunt says his Dragons teammate Corey Norman will play exceptionally well in Origin III after the debutant was named at five-eighth for the decider

https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2019/07/03/hunt-expects-norman-to-shine-at-five-eighth/

 

[Michaeldragonslife25]

Might be the best thing for us if qld win with hunt and Norman both confidence players might bring our season a lot more happiness might even learn to ignore the coach Walters or McGregor don’t rate either

 

[getsmarty]

Norman perfect as Qld Origin No.6: Gillett

• NRL
  
  
  
  Corey Norman (centre) impressed Queensland stalwart Matt Gillett (right) at the Brisbane Broncos.
  On paper, Corey Norman appears a huge risk after being named to make his Queensland debut as starting five-eighth in a State of Origin series decider.
  
  But after making his NRL debut alongside Norman 10 seasons ago, Maroons backrower Matt Gillett reckons there is "no better bloke" than the St George Illawarra playmaker to pick at No.6 for July 10's clash in Sydney.
  
  Maroons coach Kevin Walters raised eyebrows on Wednesday when he finally confirmed his 17 more than 48 hours after unveiling his game three squad by naming Norman at five-eighth and Cameron Munster at fullback.
  
  Norman had been tipped to fill the bench utility role with the more seasoned Michael Morgan to partner captain Daly Cherry-Evans in the halves.
  
  But 20-Origin veteran Gillett said he had no problem with Norman stepping up in the hot seat after getting to know the livewire on NRL debut back in 2010 for Brisbane.
  
  "There's no better bloke than Corey. He is a cool customer," Gillett told AAP.
  
  "I debuted with him back in 2010 and he hasn't changed one bit.
  
  "He is a footy player. He plays what is in front of him. He doesn't get too caught up over whether it is a big game or anything like that.
  
  "You couldn't have picked a more perfect bloke for this occasion."
  
  Norman's halves combination with Cherry-Evans is as yet unproven.
  
  However, Gillett believed Norman's understanding with Queensland hooker - and St George Illawarra halves partner - Ben Hunt would help ease the burden for the rookie in game three.
  
  "He's been playing great with Ben Hunt at the Dragons so the combinations are great coming into this game," he said.
  
  "And club combinations coming into Origin are very important."
  
  Maroons great Billy Moore was also convinced.
  
  "I've always had this theory that if Corey Norman was given a chance at Origin level he would do a good job and now we get to find out," he told Fox Sports.
  
  "And he has to play No.6. DCE (Cherry-Evans) loves to be the general and lead the team around the park and has a great kicking game and that should free Norman up to be a strike player."
  
  Norman turned Cherry-Evans into a believer after their first Maroons training session on Tuesday.
  
  "He has had to wait a long time (for Origin selection) but it hasn't fazed him," Cherry-Evans said.
  
  "I'm sure he has been hungry and motivated but for him to rock into camp and train like he did (on Tuesday) and fit right in with the group is exciting."
  
  "I have known Corey for a while now so there hasn't been a worry about us not gelling.
  
  "Now it is just about combinations on the field and that will come with repetition this week."
  
  Australian Associated Press
  

https://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/6256229/norman-perfect-as-qld-origin-no6-gillett/?cs=7486

 

[getsmarty]

Norman won't hold back on Origin debut

• NRL
  
  
  
  Corey Norman doesn't appear to be feeling the heat ahead of his State of Origin debut.
  Queensland five-eighth Corey Norman insists he won't hold back on debut in next week's State of Origin decider.
  
  The St George Illawarra playmaker has vowed to be vocal and lead from the front against NSW as the Maroons attempt to bounce back from their mauling in Perth to regain the Origin shield.
  
  Norman will partner Maroons' captain Daly Cherry-Evans in the halves with Kalyn Ponga's calf injury meaning Cameron Munster drops back to fullback for the decider.
  
  After 180 NRL appearances across three clubs, the 28-year-old believes he is ready to be thrown into the Origin arena particularly after sampling the atmosphere as the Maroons' 18th man for game two.
  
  "That's part of my job ... I can't be out there not saying anything," Norman said.
  
  "Who doesn't want to play State of Origin in a decider? I think as a kid that's what you want to do.
  
  "I just need to really need to knuckle down and worry about doing my job for the team and just do that."
  
  Raised by a single mum in the suburbs of Logan south of Brisbane, Norman's first call after being told by coach Kevin Walters he would start was to his mother.
  
  "It's only ever been me and mum," the Beenleigh Lions junior said.
  
  "Obviously I wouldn't be here if she didn't take me to all the football games and work overtime and the lot.
  
  "She was definitely getting the first call and it's kind of a reward for her for all her hard work to see me in a Maroons jersey."
  
  Queensland continued their preparations on Thursday with an open field session in Brisbane.
  
  Utility Moses Mbye spent parts of the session in left centre with Michael Morgan still on restricted duties due to concussion protocol after being caught high by Tariq Sims during North Queensland's NRL clash with the Dragons last weekend.
  
  Australian Associated Press
  
  
  
  https://www.theleader.com.au/story/6257267/norman-wont-hold-back-on-origin-debut/?cs=9737

 

[Slackboy72]

Put money on Norman outplaying Pearce by a long margin.

 

[possm]

Corey Norman officially named at five-eighth for Maroons
Author
QRL Media Release
Timestamp
Wed 3 Jul 2019, 10:26 AM

Kevin Walters has confirmed the Queensland Maroons line up for next Wednesday’s State of Origin decider at ANZ Stadium in Sydney.

Cameron Munster moves from five-eighth to fullback in the absence of the injured Kalyn Ponga, with Dragons playmaker Corey Norman the new No. 6.

In the forwards, Joe Ofahengaue is set to make his first starting appearance for the Maroons with Christian Welch to debut from the interchange bench.

“We’ve had a really positive start to our camp since we’ve got back together here in Brisbane,” Walters said.

“Now we’re about to get into some of our bigger training sessions so it’s an exciting time for everyone, particularly the players who have been given a new opportunity at this level.

“Cameron has always enjoyed playing fullback and I can sense how eager he is to make a strong contribution.

“The same can be said for Corey. He’s been in our system for a number of years now and he’s stoked to get the chance on such a big stage.

“Now it’s about getting down to business and making sure our preparation is spot on.”

Queensland Maroons
1. Cameron Munster
2. Corey Oates
3. Michael Morgan
4. Will Chambers
5. Dane Gagai
6. Corey Norman
7. Daly Cherry-Evans (C)
8. Joe Ofahengaue
9. Ben Hunt
10. Josh Papalii
11. Felise Kaufusi
12. Matt Gillett
13. Josh McGuire
14. Moses Mbye
15. Christian Welch
16. Tim Glasby
17. David Fifita
18. Ethan Lowe


https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2019/07/03/corey-norman-officially-named-at-five-eighth-for-maroons/

Has turned out to be a great and very important signing for SGI this year.

 

[getsmarty]

Blues take the tunnel to Origin decider
The New South Wales Blues team will walk from their headquarters under a brand new tunnel fitted out in true Blues style to arrive at ANZ Stadium for the State of Origin decider on July 10

https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2019/07/06/blues-take-the-tunnel-to-origin-decider/

 

[getsmarty]

Under Lights - Origin: Tyson Frizell
New South Wales second-rower Tyson Frizell talks about growing up a Blues fan, his favourite State Of Origin moment and facing up against the Maroons in the decider

https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2019/07/06/under-lights---origin-tyson-frizell/

 

[BLM01]

Blues take the tunnel to Origin decider
The New South Wales Blues team will walk from their headquarters under a brand new tunnel fitted out in true Blues style to arrive at ANZ Stadium for the State of Origin decider on July 10

https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2019/07/06/blues-take-the-tunnel-to-origin-decider/

This is where the NRL and NSWRL money is channelled.
Nope we just keep struggling to raise funds as clubs fold at CRL level to field sides, pay referees, game videos, alcohol and food, gear and pay players at CRL level whilst also trying to encourage people to come through the gate at $8 a head.

 

[BLM01]

Has turned out to be a great and very important signing for SGI this year.

You Possm seem to be praising Millward lately without actually saying it. Rav, Pearson, now Norman.
I'll say it. Well done Ian!...but yeh I know they were easy gets!

 

[John Fifita]

You Possm seem to be praising Millward lately without actually saying it. Rav, Pearson, now Norman.
I'll say it. Well done Ian!...but yeh I know they were easy gets!

Yes Ian. Thanks for resigning Dufty and not getting drinkwater. That’ll really help.

 

[getsmarty]

STATE OF ORIGIN


'I wouldn't be here without my mum': Norman
Author
Joel Gould NRL.com Reporter
Timestamp
Thu 4 Jul 2019, 02:26 PM

Corey Norman admits he wouldn’t be making his Maroons debut if it wasn’t for his mum Sandy so it was only natural she was the first person he called after coach Kevin Walters gave him the news that he would finally wear the Queensland jersey.

There were tears of joy on the other end when the 28-year-old Dragon rang to tell her that he had realised a boyhood dream. Sandy brought Corey up on her own in a housing commission area of Logan and worked overtime so he could play junior football with the Beenleigh Lions.

Walters’s call on Sunday while he was on his way to a St George Illawarra teammate's home will remain a moment he never forgets.

"I was actually driving to one of the boys’ houses and got the call and he told me I’d be in camp and get a jersey. I was so excited and then when I got off the phone I had a big ‘yes’ moment," Norman said after Maroons training on Thursday.

"Then obviously I rang my mum and told her and she was over the moon as well. She broke down in tears and was so excited for me. It was a bit upsetting hearing her cry, but all her hard work has paid off.



Corey Norman: Footy, business and the strong woman in his life

"She was a single parent as well. It has only ever been me and mum. I wouldn’t be here if she didn’t take me to all the football games and work overtime so she was definitely getting the first call.

"It is a reward for her and all her hard work to see me in this Maroons jersey. All my family is around that Logan area and we are proud Queenslanders so it is very special for me and my family."

The Dragons five-eighth wasn’t brought up with a silver spoon in his mouth but he is only proud of the journey he made from Beenleigh Lions junior to Broncos under 20s star and then NRL debutant in 2010.

"It is what it is. That is life. We have all done what we needed to do and it has made me the person I am today," he said.

Norman said there were "so many emotions" rolling around inside him when he got the news initially but he has since got down to business with the Maroons squad at training as he fine-tunes his role for the State of Origin series decider at ANZ Stadium on Wednesday.

He will partner Daly Cherry-Evans in the halves and try and get the backs firing. Spending a week in camp in Perth for game two has assisted him in that endeavour.

Corey Norman at Maroons training. Scott Davis/NRL Photos
"Coming into camp in Origin II really helped where I got to run a few sessions and got to know the calls and plays so coming into this camp has really made me feel a lot more comfortable," Norman said.

"For me and Chez [Cherry Evans] we have still got Cameron Munster at the back who is going to have very big involvements so for us it is about keeping it simple and knowing our roles."



Mbye trains at centre, Norman ready for Origin debut

Munster and Cherry-Evans are big personalities and ooze confidence. Norman is no different and said he would not be daunted when asked whether he would find it difficult to assert his authority as a debutant.

"That is part of my job as a half. I can’t be out there not saying anything," he said.

"I have got to really know my role and do it well for the team. I don’t have to come up with any special plays or anything like that. I just have to worry about what I have to do."



Do fans think the Maroons can win without Ponga?

It is fitting that Norman will wear the No.6 jersey, the same one his idol Darren Lockyer wore when he was a schoolboy watching the game on TV at home.

"Locky was a big one for me, because he was just a freak," Norman said.

Norman spent a month out of action for the Dragons with a fractured cheek but said he had never lost faith that he would get an opportunity to play for Queensland after a decade in the top grade.

"I have always been confident in my own ability. Who doesn’t want to play State of Origin in a decider? As a kid that is all you want to do."


https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2019/07/04/i-wouldnt-be-here-without-my-mum-norman/

 

[St George 1977]

By picking Pearce for Origin, New South Wales has just handed the Canetods, game 3.
He is the perennial Origin loser.

If it looks like sh!t,
smells like sh!t,
Taste like sh!t,
It must be sh!t .............and it aint' good sh!t, but they keep picking him?

Valid point. God I hope your wrong. The only thing I hate more than the storm and broncos is qld.

 

[BLM01]

Yes Ian. Thanks for resigning Dufty and not getting drinkwater. That’ll really help.

Drinkwater was not available at the time as he just received a bad injury in the trials and was Storms 1st choice fullback when Dufty resigned. Dragons had to make a decision earlier. Cant blame them for that

 

[Old Kogarah Boy 1]

Valid point. God I hope your wrong. The only thing I hate more than the storm and broncos is qld.

I hope l'm wrong too, Stg77.
Queensland a nice place, plenty of us New South Welshman & women up here nowadays.
Yes, the Bronco still suck and always will............... its in their DNA.

 

[John Fifita]

Drinkwater was not available at the time as he just received a bad injury in the trials and was Storms 1st choice fullback when Dufty resigned. Dragons had to make a decision earlier. Cant blame them for that

I question why he was resigned at all?

 

[BLM01]

I question why he was resigned at all?

Potential and the best we had for that position and probably is going forward ATM and most likely lione brteaker we have