Fergo and The Freak

BOOK LAUNCH: In this very special episode Andrew Ferguson talks about his book - The Story Of Rugby League Covering the history of the game in Australia, it is a fantastic read for all Rugby League fans and a brilliant gift idea! You can buy the book directly from the publisher by clicking the link below: http://au.newhollandpublishers.com/the-story-of-rugby-league.html You can also support Andrew...

After coaching the Parramatta Eels to a 63 win and 74 loss record at a 46% winning rate, the Eels have reportedly signed Brad Arthur a contract extension. In this episode Andrew and Freaky take a look at this decision. The Eels lack of improvement, their current squad, and alternative coaches the Eels should have looked at. This is one eels fans will feel really great about after they've listened...

Its almost that time of the season again so Andrew and League Freak sit down and name the sides they would select in the 2019 Rugby League State Of Origin series. Who did they select? Who did they leave out? Listen and find out! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and give us a five star rating. If you take a screen shot showing you've done that and you tweet it to League Freak, he will follow...

In this episode we look at Stephen Kearneys coaching record in the NRL. The Warriors haven't had a great season in 2019 so we ask the question, is it time for a coaching change? We talk about who is available, who would be the right type of coach for Warriors, and who they should avoid!  If you like this episode make sure you share it around with your friends and subscribe to the podcast! You can...

In this episode we talk about the drawn-out saga involving Israel Folau and Rugby Australia, we discuss why the NRL Magic Weekend is a stupid idea, we talk a little bit about promoting the game in new areas and promoting Rugby League in the bush!  Remember to follow  Andrew Ferguson  and  League Freak  on their Twitter accounts as well as visiting the  Fergo and The Freak website . 

On this episode we go through a review of each and every NRL team now that one third of the season has now been completed. Which teams have struggled, which teams have impressed, who is playing above expectation, who are the dark horses, and who we think are the favourites to face off in the 2019 NRL Grand Final! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and if you see it posted on Twitter or Faceboo...

In this episode we talking to Brien Seeney who runs the NRL Physio twitter account. We discuss NRL injury rates, the treatment of injuries from the past to the modern day, concussion, player equipment, how to deal with injured players on the field during a match and much, much more! Follow Brien on Twitter at  https://twitter.com/nrlphysio To ask a question on the podcast simply email  podcast@lea...

In this episode we look at the disconnect between what the mainstream media finds interesting and what the majority of Rugby League supporters find interesting. We look at the changing media landscape, the way the reporting of the game has evolved, and talk about how things may change into the future. To ask a question on the podcast simply email  podcast@leaguefreak.com Follow Andrew at:  https:/...

On this episode we look at the long and varied history of repetitive and systematic cheating of the salary cap rules in the NRL. From the very first season of its existence to the 2019 season. Did your team break the cap? Listen to find out! If you enjoy this episode make sure you subscribe to the podcast and give us a five start rating. As always you can follow  Andrew Ferguson  and  League Freak...

Former Wallaby Ben Darwin from Gain Line Analytics joins us to talk about the the use of Rugby League statistics, the importance of cohesion on the outcome of NRL games, as well the affect cohesion has across all sporting codes as well as in the workplace.  This was a fascinating discussion and is an episode not to be missed. Make sure you follow Ben on Twitter and visit the Gain Line Analytics we...

Journalist Matt Attard joins us once again as we take a look back on the 2004 season, one full of controversy and change, a look at some of the rule changes in the games since then, and the NRL's crackdown on the use of content by independent websites and Youtube channels. League Freak was fired up on this one! If you enjoyed it make sure you subscribe and give us a five star rating! Follow  Andre...

The boys talk about the opening of Bankwest Stadium, the Parramatta demolition job against the Wests Tigers, the season long struggles of the Penrith Panthers and then finish up talking about the two weirdest school excursions in Australian history! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and give us a five star rating. If you take a screen shot showing you've done that and you tweet it to League F...

In this episode we look at Greg Inglis' retirement and the drama surrounding the possible salary cap implications for the South Sydney Rabbitohs, Eye Gouging allegations and how they are handled, what should happen when a player is badly injured on the field and play is allowed to continue, and the rising retirement age among NRL players...what is causing that? Make sure you subscribe to the podca...

In this episode we talk about Israel Folau's sacking and the virtue signalling surrounding it, the ARL's hypocrisy in shutting down a possible return to Rugby League, the media's attacks on Valentine Holmes, Greg Inglis' future and Anthony Mundine's Anti-Vax comments. This is a stacked episode so make sure you subscribe and give us a five star rating! Remember to follow Andrew Ferguson and League...

Journalist Matt Attard joins the podcast to talk about the Canterbury Bulldogs, how the clubs 2019 NRL season is shaping up, Dean Pays contract extension, the future of the club, his thoughts on Belmore Sports Ground and how the mainstream media treats the Bulldogs.  Subscribe to the podcast and give us a five star rating! To ask a question on the podcast simply email  podcast@leaguefreak.com Foll...

In this weeks episode Andrew Ferguson and League Freak look back at the fight by Dennis Tutty to fight for the rights of players to be able to move between clubs freely, how that lead to the modern day Rugby League contract, failed moves to bring a draft into the NRL, and why an NRL draft would be such a terrible idea by looking at the NFL draft and the NBA draft! Subscribe to the podcast and give...

In this episode Andrew and League Freak answer questioned posed to them by listeners. It is short and sweet and we give a few shout outs in this one! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and give us a five star rating! To ask a question on the podcast simply email  podcast@leaguefreak.com Follow Andrew at:  https://twitter.com/andrewrlp Follow League Freak at:  https://twitter.com/LeagueFreak We...

This week Andrew and League Freak discuss the history of expansion of the NRL competition, previous clubs that have left us, what clubs may be relocated, and the areas the NRL should look to expand to. To ask a question on the podcast simply email podcast@leaguefreak.com   Follow Andrew at:  https://twitter.com/andrewrlp Follow League Freak at:  https://twitter.com/LeagueFreak   Web site: http://w...