Pompey puts Warriors on the board
Despite being down a player, the Warriors scored first through Adam Pompey in their Anzac Day clash with the Knights in Christchurch.
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News.com.au
3 hours ago
- News.com.au
Man, 20, charged over alleged death threats to Newcastle Knights player James Schiller
NSW Police have charged a 20-year-old man for allegedly making death threats and sending vile messages to Knights winger James Schiller last week. Schiller copped a barrage of abuse on his social media following Newcastle's 26-22 golden point victory over the Sea Eagles last week. Schiller had a mixed performance, committing five errors, missing four tackles, and giving away three penalties but also scored and produced several moments of brilliance in the Knights' comeback win. FOX LEAGUE, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every game of every round in the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership, LIVE with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited-time offer. But after the Knights' incredible victory, Schiller returned to the dressing room over the moon, only to open his phone to see several vile threats aimed in his direction. 'Count your days c--- I will end your f---ing life,' the private message to Schiller read. 'Doesn't make up for it even though you won … 'Five errors, two penalties, 1 six again and partridge in a pear tree. I hope Dane (Gagai) jams his c--- down your throat and you choke and die.' The threats directed at Schiller were addressed by Knights coach Adam by O'Brien following the game, who labelled it 'worrying'. 'That is worrying,' O'Brien said. 'I want to protect them … and for him to go through that over a couple of errors … it's a game of footy. 'He's got a family. That's partly the reason why you do want to protect them. 'I think it's a societal problem, isn't it? It's not just football players who are getting that sort of stuff. 'I understand there is some legislation, and I think at the moment it's in the hands of authorities to try and help in this situation with James. 'We need to be able to stop people doing it, change their thought process before doing it.' Lake Macquarie Detectives launched an investigation into the incident after Schiller was reportedly shaken up by the ordeal. It led to them arresting and charging a 20-year-old man on Friday. The man was charged with use of carriage service to menace/harass/offend. He was granted conditional bail to appear at Belmont Local Court on Wednesday, July 30. Police have the authority to charge individuals for threats made through social media and this incident isn't the first of its kind. In 2021, two men were charged after sending abusive or threatening messages to NRL star Latrell Mitchell on social media.
The Advertiser
5 hours ago
- The Advertiser
Lake Macquarie man charged over allegedly sending Knights player death threats online
A 20-year-old man will face court next month accused of sending Newcastle Knights winger flyer James Schiller death threats online after Newcastle's dramatic 26-22 win over Manly. Schiller took to his personal Instagram account after the game earlier this month to expose comments from a supposed fan that included a death threat. The fan allegedly sent Schiller a direct message and told him to "count your days c--t I will end your f---ing life". Lake Macquarie Police arrested the 20-year-old at Belmont Police Station on Friday afternoon, June 13, where he was charged with using a carriage service to harass the Knights player. He was granted conditional bail and was ordered to appear at Belmont Local Court on Wednesday, July 30. National Rugby League boss Andrew Abdo condemned the alleged abuse after the Schiller published the messages, describing it as "abhorrent", as it was referred to the league's integrity unit and NSW Police. Schiller's teammates rallied after the incident. "It's worrying," Knights coach Adam O'Brien said. "For him to go through that, over a couple of errors, it's a game of footy. He has got a family." It's the second time in 12 months Schiller has put the spotlight on unacceptable abuse of players. The latest incident comes almost a year after Schiller revealed he had been subjected to foul abuse while playing for the Canberra Raiders following a post-match interview. A 20-year-old man will face court next month accused of sending Newcastle Knights winger flyer James Schiller death threats online after Newcastle's dramatic 26-22 win over Manly. Schiller took to his personal Instagram account after the game earlier this month to expose comments from a supposed fan that included a death threat. The fan allegedly sent Schiller a direct message and told him to "count your days c--t I will end your f---ing life". Lake Macquarie Police arrested the 20-year-old at Belmont Police Station on Friday afternoon, June 13, where he was charged with using a carriage service to harass the Knights player. He was granted conditional bail and was ordered to appear at Belmont Local Court on Wednesday, July 30. National Rugby League boss Andrew Abdo condemned the alleged abuse after the Schiller published the messages, describing it as "abhorrent", as it was referred to the league's integrity unit and NSW Police. Schiller's teammates rallied after the incident. "It's worrying," Knights coach Adam O'Brien said. "For him to go through that, over a couple of errors, it's a game of footy. He has got a family." It's the second time in 12 months Schiller has put the spotlight on unacceptable abuse of players. The latest incident comes almost a year after Schiller revealed he had been subjected to foul abuse while playing for the Canberra Raiders following a post-match interview. A 20-year-old man will face court next month accused of sending Newcastle Knights winger flyer James Schiller death threats online after Newcastle's dramatic 26-22 win over Manly. Schiller took to his personal Instagram account after the game earlier this month to expose comments from a supposed fan that included a death threat. The fan allegedly sent Schiller a direct message and told him to "count your days c--t I will end your f---ing life". Lake Macquarie Police arrested the 20-year-old at Belmont Police Station on Friday afternoon, June 13, where he was charged with using a carriage service to harass the Knights player. He was granted conditional bail and was ordered to appear at Belmont Local Court on Wednesday, July 30. National Rugby League boss Andrew Abdo condemned the alleged abuse after the Schiller published the messages, describing it as "abhorrent", as it was referred to the league's integrity unit and NSW Police. Schiller's teammates rallied after the incident. "It's worrying," Knights coach Adam O'Brien said. "For him to go through that, over a couple of errors, it's a game of footy. He has got a family." It's the second time in 12 months Schiller has put the spotlight on unacceptable abuse of players. The latest incident comes almost a year after Schiller revealed he had been subjected to foul abuse while playing for the Canberra Raiders following a post-match interview. A 20-year-old man will face court next month accused of sending Newcastle Knights winger flyer James Schiller death threats online after Newcastle's dramatic 26-22 win over Manly. Schiller took to his personal Instagram account after the game earlier this month to expose comments from a supposed fan that included a death threat. The fan allegedly sent Schiller a direct message and told him to "count your days c--t I will end your f---ing life". Lake Macquarie Police arrested the 20-year-old at Belmont Police Station on Friday afternoon, June 13, where he was charged with using a carriage service to harass the Knights player. He was granted conditional bail and was ordered to appear at Belmont Local Court on Wednesday, July 30. National Rugby League boss Andrew Abdo condemned the alleged abuse after the Schiller published the messages, describing it as "abhorrent", as it was referred to the league's integrity unit and NSW Police. Schiller's teammates rallied after the incident. "It's worrying," Knights coach Adam O'Brien said. "For him to go through that, over a couple of errors, it's a game of footy. He has got a family." It's the second time in 12 months Schiller has put the spotlight on unacceptable abuse of players. The latest incident comes almost a year after Schiller revealed he had been subjected to foul abuse while playing for the Canberra Raiders following a post-match interview.
The Advertiser
21 hours ago
- The Advertiser
Knights halfback has a point to prove in NRL recall
Off-contract halfback Jackson Hastings will have a chance to remind Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien of his talent when he plays against the Sydney Roosters. O'Brien is well aware out-of-favour Hastings will be out to push his case when he lines up for his first NRL game this year at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday. The 29-year-old's career at the Knights had looked finished, having gone unsighted at NRL level since last July. He couldn't convince O'Brien for a crack into the first grade side even as Newcastle struggled with seven losses from eight games between March and May. Now more than halfway through the 27-round season, O'Brien has finally called upon Hastings out of necessity. The Knights had few options, with Kalyn Ponga away on State of Origin duty, Tyson Gamble (thumb) out injured and Will Pryce released to the English Super League in March. Newcastle also lost star Fletcher Sharpe (calf) on Friday. "There's a few guys in that situation and I have empathy for them," O'Brien said of Hastings being off contract. "Having an uncertain future is always a worry, but the only thing you control is your performance and that will give you your best chance. "It's a credit to Jackson. The injuries have presented an opportunity for him, and I can't fault him. "I knew that we'd get that from Jackson too, when you saw how genuine his celebration of the win last week was. "He probably could sense that there might be an opportunity." Hastings will partner Jack Cogger in the halves, while newly re-signed Fletcher Hunt replaces injured Sharpe at fullback. Kyle McCarthy joins the outside backs at centre. "It's similar in style as well as looks. They're cloned," O'Brien said of the two Fletchers. "The looks, the country type, casual nature and then putting themselves in the frame like you saw with the kick last week. "Both of those guys just have a great knack for putting themselves in a position to make something happen." Newcastle's meeting with the Roosters comes amid speculation surrounding Dom Young's playing future. Tricolours coach Trent Robinson said Young could "possibly" be playing his final Roosters game against the Knights, who are plotting to bring the winger back to the Hunter before the June 30 transfer deadline. Young has fallen out of favour at the Roosters this season following the rapid rise of Queensland centre Robert Toia and rugby convert Mark Nawaqanitawase. Newcastle have publicly courted Young, who played on the right wing in their 2023 finals campaign, and the Roosters are open to a release. There is a possibility Young plays against the Knights on Saturday, and for them next weekend, with Robinson saying he expected clarification on the Englishman's future in a matter of days. O'Brien said he'd wait until after the game to contact Young. "If it happens that he's wearing our colours on Sunday morning - well, that'll be fantastic, but we're not there yet," O'Brien said. Off-contract halfback Jackson Hastings will have a chance to remind Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien of his talent when he plays against the Sydney Roosters. O'Brien is well aware out-of-favour Hastings will be out to push his case when he lines up for his first NRL game this year at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday. The 29-year-old's career at the Knights had looked finished, having gone unsighted at NRL level since last July. He couldn't convince O'Brien for a crack into the first grade side even as Newcastle struggled with seven losses from eight games between March and May. Now more than halfway through the 27-round season, O'Brien has finally called upon Hastings out of necessity. The Knights had few options, with Kalyn Ponga away on State of Origin duty, Tyson Gamble (thumb) out injured and Will Pryce released to the English Super League in March. Newcastle also lost star Fletcher Sharpe (calf) on Friday. "There's a few guys in that situation and I have empathy for them," O'Brien said of Hastings being off contract. "Having an uncertain future is always a worry, but the only thing you control is your performance and that will give you your best chance. "It's a credit to Jackson. The injuries have presented an opportunity for him, and I can't fault him. "I knew that we'd get that from Jackson too, when you saw how genuine his celebration of the win last week was. "He probably could sense that there might be an opportunity." Hastings will partner Jack Cogger in the halves, while newly re-signed Fletcher Hunt replaces injured Sharpe at fullback. Kyle McCarthy joins the outside backs at centre. "It's similar in style as well as looks. They're cloned," O'Brien said of the two Fletchers. "The looks, the country type, casual nature and then putting themselves in the frame like you saw with the kick last week. "Both of those guys just have a great knack for putting themselves in a position to make something happen." Newcastle's meeting with the Roosters comes amid speculation surrounding Dom Young's playing future. Tricolours coach Trent Robinson said Young could "possibly" be playing his final Roosters game against the Knights, who are plotting to bring the winger back to the Hunter before the June 30 transfer deadline. Young has fallen out of favour at the Roosters this season following the rapid rise of Queensland centre Robert Toia and rugby convert Mark Nawaqanitawase. Newcastle have publicly courted Young, who played on the right wing in their 2023 finals campaign, and the Roosters are open to a release. There is a possibility Young plays against the Knights on Saturday, and for them next weekend, with Robinson saying he expected clarification on the Englishman's future in a matter of days. O'Brien said he'd wait until after the game to contact Young. "If it happens that he's wearing our colours on Sunday morning - well, that'll be fantastic, but we're not there yet," O'Brien said. Off-contract halfback Jackson Hastings will have a chance to remind Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien of his talent when he plays against the Sydney Roosters. O'Brien is well aware out-of-favour Hastings will be out to push his case when he lines up for his first NRL game this year at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday. The 29-year-old's career at the Knights had looked finished, having gone unsighted at NRL level since last July. He couldn't convince O'Brien for a crack into the first grade side even as Newcastle struggled with seven losses from eight games between March and May. Now more than halfway through the 27-round season, O'Brien has finally called upon Hastings out of necessity. The Knights had few options, with Kalyn Ponga away on State of Origin duty, Tyson Gamble (thumb) out injured and Will Pryce released to the English Super League in March. Newcastle also lost star Fletcher Sharpe (calf) on Friday. "There's a few guys in that situation and I have empathy for them," O'Brien said of Hastings being off contract. "Having an uncertain future is always a worry, but the only thing you control is your performance and that will give you your best chance. "It's a credit to Jackson. The injuries have presented an opportunity for him, and I can't fault him. "I knew that we'd get that from Jackson too, when you saw how genuine his celebration of the win last week was. "He probably could sense that there might be an opportunity." Hastings will partner Jack Cogger in the halves, while newly re-signed Fletcher Hunt replaces injured Sharpe at fullback. Kyle McCarthy joins the outside backs at centre. "It's similar in style as well as looks. They're cloned," O'Brien said of the two Fletchers. "The looks, the country type, casual nature and then putting themselves in the frame like you saw with the kick last week. "Both of those guys just have a great knack for putting themselves in a position to make something happen." Newcastle's meeting with the Roosters comes amid speculation surrounding Dom Young's playing future. Tricolours coach Trent Robinson said Young could "possibly" be playing his final Roosters game against the Knights, who are plotting to bring the winger back to the Hunter before the June 30 transfer deadline. Young has fallen out of favour at the Roosters this season following the rapid rise of Queensland centre Robert Toia and rugby convert Mark Nawaqanitawase. Newcastle have publicly courted Young, who played on the right wing in their 2023 finals campaign, and the Roosters are open to a release. There is a possibility Young plays against the Knights on Saturday, and for them next weekend, with Robinson saying he expected clarification on the Englishman's future in a matter of days. O'Brien said he'd wait until after the game to contact Young. "If it happens that he's wearing our colours on Sunday morning - well, that'll be fantastic, but we're not there yet," O'Brien said.
