Once A Warrior with Monty Betham

Tui Lolohea was a star of the Warriors under 20s side, bursting onto the NRL scene in 2014.

One of the highest profile signings in club history, Brent Tate relives his many memories at the Warriors.

At the club from the beginning, Frank Endacott would become the Warriors 2nd head coach in 1997. During his time in charge Frank coached plenty of characters and has plenty of stories to tell.

Monty chats with one of the legends of the club - Steve Price. An Australian who became a fan favourite amongst Kiwi supporters.

Monty chats with Louis Anderson about his rapid rise into first grade at just 18 years of age. His debut coincided with upheaval at the Warriors before the club turned it around under Ivan Cleary. Louis and his brother Vinnie had a brief but impactful time at the Warriors.

Blake Green played for 7 NRL clubs during his career and his time at the Warriors provided many interesting insights.

One of the greats of rugby league is on the show this week - Stacey Jones!

Elijah Taylor was a product of the Warriors inaugural Under 20's side in 2008. His debut season in the NRL was a memorable one as the Warriors went all the way to the Grand Final. Taylor reflects on his time at the club, which could have been a longer tenure..

A true legend of the club is in studio. Ali Lauiti'iti has a revealing chat with Monty about his time at the Warriors.

Monty kicks off season 2 with new Warriors coach Andrew Webster. They go through his coaching journey and the formula for bringing success to the club.

Mick Watson was CEO of the Warriors during the golden years of the early 2000s. He goes through the process of putting together a winning roster and all the key players and personalities during that era. 

Recently retired Warrior Chanel Harris-Tavita explains his decision to step away from rugby league. Chanel talks to Monty about the players and games that impacted his career. 

Krisnan Inu was synonymous with one of the Warriors most famous victories. His time at the club was short but certainly memorable. Krisnan has plenty of stories from his time at the Warriors. Including a spontaneous pre-match tattoo.

A star in the Warriors inaugural Under 20's season, Kevin Locke would also become a star in the top side. A member of the 2011 Grand Final team Locke details the sides journey to the big game. Along with his own personal journey as a Warrior..

Stephen Kearney played 4 seasons for the Warriors and was a member of the inaugural side that faced the Broncos in 1995. He also coached the club to their only finals appearance in the last 10 years. With this much on his resume he's got plenty to offer in this chat with Monty.

No player ran the ball from the back fence like cult hero Iafeta Paleaaesina. The barnstorming prop describes his mindset during those ferocious charges and the price he paid with a ruptured spleen. There's all also a shout out to Monty for saving Iafeta's career.

Sione Faumuina produced some iconic moments in the Warriors jersey. He tells Monty about his journey to the club, Daniel Anderson unlocking his immense talent and that deadly combo with Clinton Toopi and Francis Meli.

Fan favourite Kevin Campion is in studio with Monty. They discuss the rise of the club as an NRL heavyweight in the early 2000's. Of course Campo talks blood, fighting and big hits.

Tea Ropati a Warriors original and player of the year in 1995 is in the studio with Monty to cover the fledgling years at the club. Tea gives his thoughts on key players who helped shape the club and his determined journey to be apart of the hometown team.

Named at hooker in the Warriors 20 Years team, PJ Marsh had a brief but impactful career at the Warriors. PJ yarns about his favourite teammates, his special bond with NZ and the night his Warriors career came to an abrupt end.

With a Warriors career that spanned a decade, Wairangi Koopu has plenty of stories to tell. His involvement in a famous Grand final moment.    A fiery halftime speech. Pre-match rituals and much more..

Captaining the Warriors was a career highlight for Ryan Hoffman. After all his years at the Melbourne Storm, Hoffman still speaks glowingly about his time in New Zealand. An adventure that produced many lifelong memories and friendships.

The Warriors most well known fan is in the house. Sir Peter Leitch reminisces about the Butchers Lounge. He talks about some of his favourite players and special moments.

Monty's in studio with good friend and former teammate Jerry Seuseu. A player described by Daniel Anderson as one of the best he ever coached. Jerry talks about his rise through the ranks under Frank Endacott and Mark Graham in the late 90's. Where he got his fierce competitive spirt from and Monty puts him on the spot to name the best Props in club history.

Warrior number 1 Dean Bell is in studio to discuss the hype surrounding the 1995 season. The Warriors inaugural captain breaks down all the elements of that first Warriors side from local kiwi players to NRL veterans to Super league imports. And of course his personal journey.