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The Advertiser
11 minutes ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Tamika Upton named co-captain on return to Broncos
Tamika Upton has been appointed co-captain on her hotly-anticipated return to Brisbane. Often regarded as the NRLW's best player, the fullback will join Ali Brigginshaw in skippering the Broncos this season, the first of her new three-year deal. "With co-captaincy, you can bring out each other's strengths, you can work as a team and bounce off each other," Upton said. "I'm comfortable in my own skin now and I think that helps with this role. "'Princey' (coach Scott Prince) has put a good base together with this team in the last few years, so I have quite an easy role to just slot in and bring my strengths to it." The leadership role comes after Upton earned a release from the final three years of her Newcastle deal to return to Queensland and be closer to family. The 2023 Dally M Medallist won the 2019 and 2020 premierships with the Broncos before joining the Knights, with whom she won two more. Now that she is back, Upton insists she and veteran Hayley Maddick can co-exist in the same 17. Maddick has made the Broncos' fullback spot her own since Upton left, starting in the No.1 jersey in 25 of her 28 games and earning a State of Origin debut for Queensland this year. "How she's played the last few years has been incredible," Upton said. "I still think there's a spot for both of us. Who knows where that will be. "No spots are guaranteed in this team, you have to work for it, you have to fight for it. You have to put your best out there on the training field." Tamika Upton has been appointed co-captain on her hotly-anticipated return to Brisbane. Often regarded as the NRLW's best player, the fullback will join Ali Brigginshaw in skippering the Broncos this season, the first of her new three-year deal. "With co-captaincy, you can bring out each other's strengths, you can work as a team and bounce off each other," Upton said. "I'm comfortable in my own skin now and I think that helps with this role. "'Princey' (coach Scott Prince) has put a good base together with this team in the last few years, so I have quite an easy role to just slot in and bring my strengths to it." The leadership role comes after Upton earned a release from the final three years of her Newcastle deal to return to Queensland and be closer to family. The 2023 Dally M Medallist won the 2019 and 2020 premierships with the Broncos before joining the Knights, with whom she won two more. Now that she is back, Upton insists she and veteran Hayley Maddick can co-exist in the same 17. Maddick has made the Broncos' fullback spot her own since Upton left, starting in the No.1 jersey in 25 of her 28 games and earning a State of Origin debut for Queensland this year. "How she's played the last few years has been incredible," Upton said. "I still think there's a spot for both of us. Who knows where that will be. "No spots are guaranteed in this team, you have to work for it, you have to fight for it. You have to put your best out there on the training field." Tamika Upton has been appointed co-captain on her hotly-anticipated return to Brisbane. Often regarded as the NRLW's best player, the fullback will join Ali Brigginshaw in skippering the Broncos this season, the first of her new three-year deal. "With co-captaincy, you can bring out each other's strengths, you can work as a team and bounce off each other," Upton said. "I'm comfortable in my own skin now and I think that helps with this role. "'Princey' (coach Scott Prince) has put a good base together with this team in the last few years, so I have quite an easy role to just slot in and bring my strengths to it." The leadership role comes after Upton earned a release from the final three years of her Newcastle deal to return to Queensland and be closer to family. The 2023 Dally M Medallist won the 2019 and 2020 premierships with the Broncos before joining the Knights, with whom she won two more. Now that she is back, Upton insists she and veteran Hayley Maddick can co-exist in the same 17. Maddick has made the Broncos' fullback spot her own since Upton left, starting in the No.1 jersey in 25 of her 28 games and earning a State of Origin debut for Queensland this year. "How she's played the last few years has been incredible," Upton said. "I still think there's a spot for both of us. Who knows where that will be. "No spots are guaranteed in this team, you have to work for it, you have to fight for it. You have to put your best out there on the training field."
Sydney Morning Herald
an hour ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘When he comes back, he'll be firing': Broncos signing spree leaves ex-Maroon under a cloud
A multimillion-dollar retention drive has engulfed Selwyn Cobbo's future at Red Hill in uncertainty, but Broncos winger Jesse Arthars has backed the axed star to force his way back into the NRL. Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has long maintained his desire to keep the six-time Maroons flyer, but his demotion to the Queensland Cup has posed questions regarding his standing. Cobbo, who remains unsigned beyond 2025, will line up for Wynnum Manly for a third straight week, having been unseated by rookie Josiah Karapani – who scored twice against the Gold Coast Titans and will keep his place for Sunday's clash against Cronulla. But Arthars was adamant his off-contract teammate would rediscover his best. Loading 'Footy is full of surprises, you don't really want to see anyone getting dropped, but that's how it works. It's a business, but Selly is full of energy and always happy to be around,' Arthars said. 'He's always performing at training, and you guys wouldn't see it, but he's always doing things away from the field as well. 'He's doing all he can to get back in the team. Everyone's seen how good Selwyn is, he's played at the Origin level and done some awesome things for this club in the past. 'I'm sure when he comes back he'll be firing, and I can't wait to play with him again.'
The Age
an hour ago
- Sport
- The Age
‘When he comes back, he'll be firing': Broncos signing spree leaves ex-Maroon under a cloud
A multimillion-dollar retention drive has engulfed Selwyn Cobbo's future at Red Hill in uncertainty, but Broncos winger Jesse Arthars has backed the axed star to force his way back into the NRL. Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has long maintained his desire to keep the six-time Maroons flyer, but his demotion to the Queensland Cup has posed questions regarding his standing. Cobbo, who remains unsigned beyond 2025, will line up for Wynnum Manly for a third straight week, having been unseated by rookie Josiah Karapani – who scored twice against the Gold Coast Titans and will keep his place for Sunday's clash against Cronulla. But Arthars was adamant his off-contract teammate would rediscover his best. Loading 'Footy is full of surprises, you don't really want to see anyone getting dropped, but that's how it works. It's a business, but Selly is full of energy and always happy to be around,' Arthars said. 'He's always performing at training, and you guys wouldn't see it, but he's always doing things away from the field as well. 'He's doing all he can to get back in the team. Everyone's seen how good Selwyn is, he's played at the Origin level and done some awesome things for this club in the past. 'I'm sure when he comes back he'll be firing, and I can't wait to play with him again.'
USA Today
15 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Broncos' updated 90-man offseason roster following 2 moves
Broncos' updated 90-man offseason roster following 2 moves The Denver Broncos made two roster moves this week, swapping one defensive back for another. The Broncos added cornerback Mario Goodrich, who spent this spring playing for the UFL's Birmingham Stallions. The 25-year-old cornerback already has NFL experience following stints with the Philadelphia Eagles (2022-2023) and New York Giants (2024). To make room for Goodrich on the 90-man* offseason roster, Denver waived safety Tanner McCalister. The 25-year-old defensive back appeared in three games last season, recording one tackle. *Note that Denver has an extra 91st spot on the roster because Australian-born punter Jeremy Crawshaw gets an offseason roster exemption as part of the NFL's international player pathway program. With that caveat in mind, here's a look at the team's roster going into the summer. Broncos offseason roster Denver will trim the roster down to 53 players by Aug. 26, then they will build a 16- or 17-player practice squad. Last year, the team's initial practice squad included Burton, Tillman, Bailey and Badie. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
USA Today
17 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Broncos' updated cornerback depth chart with Mario Goodrich
Broncos' updated cornerback depth chart with Mario Goodrich The Denver Broncos' crowded secondary added another member this week. The Broncos signed United Football League cornerback Mario Goodrich on Wednesday, adding an 11th cornerback to their 90-man offseason roster (a safety was waived to make room). It's still easy to predict the top of Denver's cornerback depth chart, but the backup roles are getting tough to project. Pat Surtain, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, will continue to start on the outside as the team's CB1. Riley Moss is still the early favorite to play across from PS2, but it remains to be seen if rookie Jahdae Barron will play primarily in the slot or outside. If Barron ends up outside, Moss could move to the slot. Ja'Quan McMillian, the team's previous slot cornerback, now becomes a very valuable depth/rotational player. Kris Abrams-Draine proved last season that he is a capable reserve option as well. Beyond those top five is a toss-up. Damarri Mathis is the most experienced, but the Broncos could save $3.4 million if he's cut this summer. Goodrich will also be competing with Quinton Newsome and Reese Taylor, plus undrafted rookies Jaden Robinson and Joshua Pickett. Broncos cornerback depth chart CB1 : Pat Surtain : Pat Surtain CB2 : Riley Moss : Riley Moss Slot : Jahdae Barron, Ja'Quan McMillian : Jahdae Barron, Ja'Quan McMillian CB5 : Kris Abrams-Draine : Kris Abrams-Draine Depth : Damarri Mathis, Mario Goodrich, Quinton Newsome, Reese Taylor : Damarri Mathis, Mario Goodrich, Quinton Newsome, Reese Taylor UDFAs: Jaden Robinson, Joshua Pickett The cornerback depth chart will shake out this summer following a competition at training camp. The Broncos will release their first official depth chart when preseason begins in August. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
