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2 days ago
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- The Advertiser
How a small town is turning into an NRL breeding ground
A medium-sized venue is all that's needed to hold Gerringong's entire population, but the tiny town may have produced yet another NRL star. Former Australian and NSW centre Mick Cronin is probably the most famous name to come from the town, about a 90-minute drive from Sydney. It has also produced players such as the Sims brothers, the late Peter Ford, Australian international Rod Wishart and Parramatta five-eighth Ron Quinn. Now Gerringong's Hayden Buchanan may become the next name to make an impact on rugby league. He starred on debut for St George Illawarra, scoring a try and setting up another in Saturday's 22-14 upset win over Cronulla. So just what's happening in the 4100-person town of Gerringong? "I don't know, something weird's going on down there," Buchanan said. "It's people like Scotty Stewart (coach), Johnny Ford (coach) and Mick Cronin. "From a young age, they've instilled a certain level of discipline, toughness and competitive nature, and it just follows through. "When I was 16 and didn't have a licence, (teammate Dylan Egan) drove me to every single academy session. "They've brought Hamish, Dylan, myself, Ashton, the four people this year from the club." Of current NRL players, Manly's Reuben Garrick, St George Illawarra's Hamish Stewart and Dylan Egan, New Zealand Warriors' Jackson Ford, Melbourne's Ashton Ward and Newcastle's Kyle McCarthy also came from the town. Buchanan said he was still relishing the "priceless moment" when he scored his first try. With about 50 of his fans watching from the stands, he strolled over untouched after fullback Clint Gutherson generously handed him the ball. However, the 19-year-old didn't even think he would get a call-up from coach Shane Flanagan, let alone a call the day before the game. "I've been calm, frantic, but it's really good to have it done, and honestly a bit of relief. It's really amazing," Buchanan said. "I never was going to rule anything out ... but I will say this year I didn't think I'd get my debut. "If someone goes down in the captain's run, like yesterday when Michael Molo went down, you always have to mentally prepare as if you're playing." Coach Flanagan was impressed by the teenager's debut. "He defended well and he'll learn from tonight," Flanagan said. "At the back end, I think he was looking at the clock, because the last six or seven minutes he was really gassed." A medium-sized venue is all that's needed to hold Gerringong's entire population, but the tiny town may have produced yet another NRL star. Former Australian and NSW centre Mick Cronin is probably the most famous name to come from the town, about a 90-minute drive from Sydney. It has also produced players such as the Sims brothers, the late Peter Ford, Australian international Rod Wishart and Parramatta five-eighth Ron Quinn. Now Gerringong's Hayden Buchanan may become the next name to make an impact on rugby league. He starred on debut for St George Illawarra, scoring a try and setting up another in Saturday's 22-14 upset win over Cronulla. So just what's happening in the 4100-person town of Gerringong? "I don't know, something weird's going on down there," Buchanan said. "It's people like Scotty Stewart (coach), Johnny Ford (coach) and Mick Cronin. "From a young age, they've instilled a certain level of discipline, toughness and competitive nature, and it just follows through. "When I was 16 and didn't have a licence, (teammate Dylan Egan) drove me to every single academy session. "They've brought Hamish, Dylan, myself, Ashton, the four people this year from the club." Of current NRL players, Manly's Reuben Garrick, St George Illawarra's Hamish Stewart and Dylan Egan, New Zealand Warriors' Jackson Ford, Melbourne's Ashton Ward and Newcastle's Kyle McCarthy also came from the town. Buchanan said he was still relishing the "priceless moment" when he scored his first try. With about 50 of his fans watching from the stands, he strolled over untouched after fullback Clint Gutherson generously handed him the ball. However, the 19-year-old didn't even think he would get a call-up from coach Shane Flanagan, let alone a call the day before the game. "I've been calm, frantic, but it's really good to have it done, and honestly a bit of relief. It's really amazing," Buchanan said. "I never was going to rule anything out ... but I will say this year I didn't think I'd get my debut. "If someone goes down in the captain's run, like yesterday when Michael Molo went down, you always have to mentally prepare as if you're playing." Coach Flanagan was impressed by the teenager's debut. "He defended well and he'll learn from tonight," Flanagan said. "At the back end, I think he was looking at the clock, because the last six or seven minutes he was really gassed." A medium-sized venue is all that's needed to hold Gerringong's entire population, but the tiny town may have produced yet another NRL star. Former Australian and NSW centre Mick Cronin is probably the most famous name to come from the town, about a 90-minute drive from Sydney. It has also produced players such as the Sims brothers, the late Peter Ford, Australian international Rod Wishart and Parramatta five-eighth Ron Quinn. Now Gerringong's Hayden Buchanan may become the next name to make an impact on rugby league. He starred on debut for St George Illawarra, scoring a try and setting up another in Saturday's 22-14 upset win over Cronulla. So just what's happening in the 4100-person town of Gerringong? "I don't know, something weird's going on down there," Buchanan said. "It's people like Scotty Stewart (coach), Johnny Ford (coach) and Mick Cronin. "From a young age, they've instilled a certain level of discipline, toughness and competitive nature, and it just follows through. "When I was 16 and didn't have a licence, (teammate Dylan Egan) drove me to every single academy session. "They've brought Hamish, Dylan, myself, Ashton, the four people this year from the club." Of current NRL players, Manly's Reuben Garrick, St George Illawarra's Hamish Stewart and Dylan Egan, New Zealand Warriors' Jackson Ford, Melbourne's Ashton Ward and Newcastle's Kyle McCarthy also came from the town. Buchanan said he was still relishing the "priceless moment" when he scored his first try. With about 50 of his fans watching from the stands, he strolled over untouched after fullback Clint Gutherson generously handed him the ball. However, the 19-year-old didn't even think he would get a call-up from coach Shane Flanagan, let alone a call the day before the game. "I've been calm, frantic, but it's really good to have it done, and honestly a bit of relief. It's really amazing," Buchanan said. "I never was going to rule anything out ... but I will say this year I didn't think I'd get my debut. "If someone goes down in the captain's run, like yesterday when Michael Molo went down, you always have to mentally prepare as if you're playing." Coach Flanagan was impressed by the teenager's debut. "He defended well and he'll learn from tonight," Flanagan said. "At the back end, I think he was looking at the clock, because the last six or seven minutes he was really gassed."
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
How a small town is turning into an NRL breeding ground
A medium-sized venue is all that's needed to hold Gerringong's entire population, but the tiny town may have produced yet another NRL star. Former Australian and NSW centre Mick Cronin is probably the most famous name to come from the town, about a 90-minute drive from Sydney. It has also produced players such as the Sims brothers, the late Peter Ford, Australian international Rod Wishart and Parramatta five-eighth Ron Quinn. Now Gerringong's Hayden Buchanan may become the next name to make an impact on rugby league. He starred on debut for St George Illawarra, scoring a try and setting up another in Saturday's 22-14 upset win over Cronulla. So just what's happening in the 4100-person town of Gerringong? "I don't know, something weird's going on down there," Buchanan said. "It's people like Scotty Stewart (coach), Johnny Ford (coach) and Mick Cronin. "From a young age, they've instilled a certain level of discipline, toughness and competitive nature, and it just follows through. "When I was 16 and didn't have a licence, (teammate Dylan Egan) drove me to every single academy session. "They've brought Hamish, Dylan, myself, Ashton, the four people this year from the club." Of current NRL players, Manly's Reuben Garrick, St George Illawarra's Hamish Stewart and Dylan Egan, New Zealand Warriors' Jackson Ford, Melbourne's Ashton Ward and Newcastle's Kyle McCarthy also came from the town. Buchanan said he was still relishing the "priceless moment" when he scored his first try. With about 50 of his fans watching from the stands, he strolled over untouched after fullback Clint Gutherson generously handed him the ball. However, the 19-year-old didn't even think he would get a call-up from coach Shane Flanagan, let alone a call the day before the game. Buchanan goes over on debut 💯 — NRL (@NRL) August 9, 2025 "I've been calm, frantic, but it's really good to have it done, and honestly a bit of relief. It's really amazing," Buchanan said. "I never was going to rule anything out ... but I will say this year I didn't think I'd get my debut. "If someone goes down in the captain's run, like yesterday when Michael Molo went down, you always have to mentally prepare as if you're playing." Coach Flanagan was impressed by the teenager's debut. "He defended well and he'll learn from tonight," Flanagan said. "At the back end, I think he was looking at the clock, because the last six or seven minutes he was really gassed."
CBS News
26-06-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
UCLA's Mick Cronin hires former player David Singleton as an assistant coach
David Singleton, who played five seasons for UCLA, is returning to Westwood as an assistant coach under Mick Cronin. Singleton spent the last two years playing in the NBA G League with the Atlanta Hawks' affiliate in Georgia. He helped UCLA reach the NCAA Tournament Final Four in 2021. He also helped the Bruins make the tournament in 2022 and in 2023, when they made the Sweet 16. As a fifth-year senior, Singleton and the Bruins won the Pac-12 regular-season title. Singleton set the school record for most games played with 164 while playing a fifth year allowed by the NCAA because of the COVID-19 pandemic. He ranks third on the career list for 3-pointers made with 219. He averaged 5.7 points and 1.8 rebounds during his career. "He's always had his eye on becoming a coach, and we are thrilled that we can add him to our staff," Cronin said in a statement Wednesday. "He understands what it takes to get a team to perform at a high level." Singleton said he's grateful to return to his alma mater, where he graduated in 2023 with a sociology degree. "I'm looking forward to adding to the legacy and program in any way that I can as an assistant coach," he said in a statement.
Washington Post
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
UCLA's Mick Cronin hires former player David Singleton as an assistant coach
LOS ANGELES — David Singleton, who played five seasons for UCLA, is returning to Westwood as an assistant coach under Mick Cronin. Singleton spent the last two years playing in the NBA G League with the Atlanta Hawks' affiliate in Georgia. He helped UCLA reach the NCAA Tournament Final Four in 2021. He also helped the Bruins make the tournament in 2022 and in 2023, when they made the Sweet 16. As a fifth-year senior, Singleton and the Bruins won the Pac-12 regular-season title. Singleton set the school record for most games played with 164 while playing a fifth year allowed by the NCAA because of the COVID-19 pandemic. He ranks third on the career list for 3-pointers made with 219. He averaged 5.7 points and 1.8 rebounds during his career. 'He's always had his eye on becoming a coach, and we are thrilled that we can add him to our staff,' Cronin said in a statement Wednesday. 'He understands what it takes to get a team to perform at a high level.' Singleton said he's grateful to return to his alma mater, where he graduated in 2023 with a sociology degree. 'I'm looking forward to adding to the legacy and program in any way that I can as an assistant coach,' he said in a statement. ___ AP college basketball: and
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
UCLA's Mick Cronin hires former player David Singleton as an assistant coach
LOS ANGELES (AP) — David Singleton, who played five seasons for UCLA, is returning to Westwood as an assistant coach under Mick Cronin. Singleton spent the last two years playing in the NBA G League with the Atlanta Hawks' affiliate in Georgia. Advertisement He helped UCLA reach the NCAA Tournament Final Four in 2021. He also helped the Bruins make the tournament in 2022 and in 2023, when they made the Sweet 16. As a fifth-year senior, Singleton and the Bruins won the Pac-12 regular-season title. Singleton set the school record for most games played with 164 while playing a fifth year allowed by the NCAA because of the COVID-19 pandemic. He ranks third on the career list for 3-pointers made with 219. He averaged 5.7 points and 1.8 rebounds during his career. 'He's always had his eye on becoming a coach, and we are thrilled that we can add him to our staff,' Cronin said in a statement Wednesday. 'He understands what it takes to get a team to perform at a high level.' Singleton said he's grateful to return to his alma mater, where he graduated in 2023 with a sociology degree. Advertisement 'I'm looking forward to adding to the legacy and program in any way that I can as an assistant coach," he said in a statement. ___ AP college basketball: and
