GCRV
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I've heard a lot of about some of these, mostly from reading comments from you and
TheRev. Like:- Jasais Ah Kee
- Api Amone
- Oliver Burton
- Asher Chapman
- Creighton Meafou
- Zane Timmins
- Rokko Walker
- Alex Pupualii
- Cornelius Pupualii
Promising Juniors Thread.
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AyiosYiorgos
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That looks like a very strong squad of players
AyiosYiorgos
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Just some info i found on some juniors we currently have on our books
Marley McLaren. Picture: Liam Kidston
With the responsibility of being Burleigh’s primary playmaker, halfback McLaren rose to the occasion this season to run the premiership-winning outfit with aplomb.
This decade the Dragons-aligned half has learned from the best at school level — Zane Harrison and Tom Weaver — and is set to put his stamp on the side after being a part of Walters Cup (Year 10) and Langer Trophy premiership teams over the past two years.
LORIMA SAUKURU
Guildford Owls - Parramatta U19s Gold - Fullback
He gives the team an X-factor at the back. Able to break a game open in one ply. Skilful player with lightning speed and a big-game player. Strong in the clutch.
Lorima Saukuru (left) and Michael Fililva of the Guildford Owls U17s Gold. Picture: Parramatta JRL
MICHAEL FILIVIA
Guildford Owls – Parramatta U19s Gold - Prop
Skilful for a big player. A gamebreaker who takes the big carries. A great offload that he can produce out of nowhere to free up his fast men.
Tom Kirk (Illawarra Steelers): Stands at a whopping 195cm tall. The Gerringong product outside back cuts an imposing figure with his strength and athleticism.
JAEDEN KAVANA (ST MARYS)
Second row
An absolute weapon on the edge, Jaeden’s power and skills with the ball have been recognised by the St George Dragons, where he was named captain of this year’s Harold Matthews Cup team.
CORNELIUS PUPUALII (ST MARYS)
Fullback
Equally effective at centre or in the No.1 jersey, Cornelius is tough to contain in open space. A noted finisher, he recently committed to the Dragons pathways for the 2026 season.
JASAIS AH KEE (MINCHINBURY)
Five-eighth
If being crowned St George Dragons Harold Matthews Cup player of the year isn’t enough, the sizzling playmaker also smashed the lights out for NSWCCC. Playing well above his weight, Jasais is a human highlight reel and has impressed with every call up to the Jets’ senior A-grade side.
LINO TAMASEU (MINCHINBURY)
Centre
Lino joins a long list of Penrith locals in the St George ranks. Hits the ball hard and can find a gap – is just as damaging playing back row.
Marley McLaren (PBC SHS) He has left School now..
Marley McLaren. Picture: Liam Kidston
With the responsibility of being Burleigh’s primary playmaker, halfback McLaren rose to the occasion this season to run the premiership-winning outfit with aplomb.
This decade the Dragons-aligned half has learned from the best at school level — Zane Harrison and Tom Weaver — and is set to put his stamp on the side after being a part of Walters Cup (Year 10) and Langer Trophy premiership teams over the past two years.
LORIMA SAUKURU
Guildford Owls - Parramatta U19s Gold - Fullback
He gives the team an X-factor at the back. Able to break a game open in one ply. Skilful player with lightning speed and a big-game player. Strong in the clutch.
Lorima Saukuru (left) and Michael Fililva of the Guildford Owls U17s Gold. Picture: Parramatta JRL
MICHAEL FILIVIA
Guildford Owls – Parramatta U19s Gold - Prop
Skilful for a big player. A gamebreaker who takes the big carries. A great offload that he can produce out of nowhere to free up his fast men.
Tom Kirk (Illawarra Steelers): Stands at a whopping 195cm tall. The Gerringong product outside back cuts an imposing figure with his strength and athleticism.
JAEDEN KAVANA (ST MARYS)
Second row
An absolute weapon on the edge, Jaeden’s power and skills with the ball have been recognised by the St George Dragons, where he was named captain of this year’s Harold Matthews Cup team.
CORNELIUS PUPUALII (ST MARYS)
Fullback
Equally effective at centre or in the No.1 jersey, Cornelius is tough to contain in open space. A noted finisher, he recently committed to the Dragons pathways for the 2026 season.
JASAIS AH KEE (MINCHINBURY)
Five-eighth
If being crowned St George Dragons Harold Matthews Cup player of the year isn’t enough, the sizzling playmaker also smashed the lights out for NSWCCC. Playing well above his weight, Jasais is a human highlight reel and has impressed with every call up to the Jets’ senior A-grade side.
LINO TAMASEU (MINCHINBURY)
Centre
Lino joins a long list of Penrith locals in the St George ranks. Hits the ball hard and can find a gap – is just as damaging playing back row.
Leighton Craig
SGI Junior League
Here’s a couple more juniors from the
St George pathways
CHRISTOPHER MOUGIOS
Joins the Dragons as a year-young player along with brother Stelios. A captain of the Brighton Seagulls U15s and a real leader at five-eighth who will push his claims over the off-season for some minutes at this level.
SELUKI HALANGAHU
Dragons fans will be excited to see another Halangahu coming through the pathways.
The younger brother of NRL debutant Jacob, 'Luka' enters his second year of Matts and was a beast for the Dapto U16s, leading them to a title.
KYE SAUMAITOGA
In the squad for a second season. Didn't get a shot last year but will be pushing his case after impressing for Renown United as a talented hooker. Not the biggest, but never scared to throw his body on the line in defence.
LEONYDIS TAVANA
Versatile player from the Brighton Seagulls who can play who can play lock or five-eighth. Has experience as a captain and those leadership skills should see him play a prominent role this season.
SIONE KAVALIKU
Second rower who links with the Dragons from the strong junior nursery at the Hills Bulls. Adds a powerful element to their forward pack, whether he's starting or giving them plenty off the bench.
IVERSON PAUGA
He rises up to SG Ball level following on from a Harold Matthews campaign with St George. Talented winger in the right system to get a good crack at it after helping Guildford win an U17s title this year.
CHARLIE WOOLF
A new face at St George after previously spending time in the Manly and North Sydney pathways. We've seen him at lock and second row, but can make an impact in whatever role is asked of him.
KAYZON KEY
We've seen St George discover talent in Queensland, and Kayzon Key could be the latest. Speedy outside back with good size who gave Stretton an aerial target and aggression in defence last season.
St George pathways
CHRISTOPHER MOUGIOS
Joins the Dragons as a year-young player along with brother Stelios. A captain of the Brighton Seagulls U15s and a real leader at five-eighth who will push his claims over the off-season for some minutes at this level.
SELUKI HALANGAHU
Dragons fans will be excited to see another Halangahu coming through the pathways.
The younger brother of NRL debutant Jacob, 'Luka' enters his second year of Matts and was a beast for the Dapto U16s, leading them to a title.
KYE SAUMAITOGA
In the squad for a second season. Didn't get a shot last year but will be pushing his case after impressing for Renown United as a talented hooker. Not the biggest, but never scared to throw his body on the line in defence.
LEONYDIS TAVANA
Versatile player from the Brighton Seagulls who can play who can play lock or five-eighth. Has experience as a captain and those leadership skills should see him play a prominent role this season.
SIONE KAVALIKU
Second rower who links with the Dragons from the strong junior nursery at the Hills Bulls. Adds a powerful element to their forward pack, whether he's starting or giving them plenty off the bench.
IVERSON PAUGA
He rises up to SG Ball level following on from a Harold Matthews campaign with St George. Talented winger in the right system to get a good crack at it after helping Guildford win an U17s title this year.
CHARLIE WOOLF
A new face at St George after previously spending time in the Manly and North Sydney pathways. We've seen him at lock and second row, but can make an impact in whatever role is asked of him.
KAYZON KEY
We've seen St George discover talent in Queensland, and Kayzon Key could be the latest. Speedy outside back with good size who gave Stretton an aerial target and aggression in defence last season.
Mug Fan
SGI NSW Cup
Levels
Rep signings, most players just for rep season.
District signings, signed by Dragons or Steelers. Cooper Young types.
Club signings that's where pathways recruitment is involved.
Elite Academy top 25 pathways, these guys train once at week at WIN during pre season, then regular sessions thru the year.
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Mug Fan
SGI NSW Cup
I've heard a lot of about some of these, mostly from reading comments from you and
Apart from those which are the standouts in your opinion? Or are some of that list overrated in your opinion?
- Jasais Ah Kee
- Api Amone
- Oliver Burton
- Asher Chapman
- Creighton Meafou
- Zane Timmins
- Rokko Walker
- Alex Pupualii
- Cornelius Pupualii
None are overrated they are all just identified as standout talents.
The only unknown there is Maddox Barton a country boy with speed to burn. It will interesting to see how he goes in Matts comp for Dragons.
Leighton Craig
SGI Junior League
I can’t find any info on Xavier Laidlaw does anyone know what position he plays atleast
Mug Fan
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Mug Fan
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Mailroomsgi
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Tausala + Vai Vai centre pairing in Matt’s is Superb
Steelers love producing a gun outside back
Steelers love producing a gun outside back
Mug Fan
SGI NSW Cup
A bit of size comparison between Charlie and Hayden.
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Mug Fan
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Destin wing, Hunter centre.
TheRev
SGI NSW Cup
gosh I realise I don't even recognise Charlie without his headgear lol.. thats him on the left, doesnt look a lot bigger than Buchanan there, maybe a little thicker all over, but it might be the way he runs into gaps, I just never see him get monstered in contact.
Love seeing him back training again!
Edit: Guy in centre is Sam Goodman (a boxer).
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Eric
Staff
If Hayden has grown a bit, a bit taller and thicker, so he doesn't get monstered as much or not at all....... The one concern I had about his future in the NRL erased. As good as Val is at centre, might be time to move him to the wing to accommodate Hayden. Or move Hayden to wing but I think hard running is more a feature of Vals game while Hayden is more elusive.
Justadragon
SGI NSW Cup
100% size was always the problem with him.
RedVHeartbeat
SGI NSW Cup
TRAIN AND TRIAL SQUAD '26: Shadi Hammoud, Daniel Meafou, Ryan Hutchinson, Jacob Webster, Jarrah Treweek, Dylan Coutts, Haele Finau.
Dragons Chris
SGI NSW Cup
A few very promising names in that. And Haele Finau still in with a shot of playing NRL?
RedVHeartbeat
SGI NSW Cup
Fraid I am the outlier here re Buck despite him hailing from the heart of Saints territory. Not ready for the NRL as I dont see him as a team player, prefers to hold onto the leather when a pass is more vital to an unmarked support. Also dont see him as elusive and his defense needs some work. Wing perhaps if he bulks up some more. Charlie is Vals successor for mine with another yr or two of development needed first..
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