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2019 Intrust Super Cup draw released
5 Reasons the Seagulls Race Day is a Must

Seagulls add NRL backs
By Brayden Heslehurst (Wynnum Herald)
The Wynnum Manly Seagulls have continued to add to an already talented roster with the signings of former South Sydney Rabbitohs back Richie Kennar and former Cronulla Shark Jordan Drew.
Kennar joins the Seagulls in a bid to earn a spot with the Brisbane Broncos after he was initially released by the Rabbitohs to serve a two-year Mormon mission.
The 24-year-old will no longer complete the mission and moved to Queensland to play for Anthony Seibold, his coach at South Sydney.
But the centre will have to work his way up from the Intrust Super Cup while Drew has arrived at Kougari Oval following almost two seasons with the Townsville Blackhawks.
The talented centre/wing played one NRL game for the Brisbane Broncos in 2013 before signing a two-year contract with the Cronulla Sharks in 2015.
Seagulls coach Adam Brideson said the pair were exciting additions for the club in 2019.
“They’re both really good athletes and great people as well,” he said.
“For us, having people with NRL experience is obviously very beneficial. They’ve played at the highest level and that will sit well with us when hopefully we are playing in big games with key moments as well.
“I think the Intrust Super Cup as a whole is a great place for players to work their way back into the NRL but we think our club and the environment we have here will help these guys get back to that level.”
Brideson also said he could not wait to see their backline in action this season.
“We have some genuine speed and some genuine try scorers, which we probably haven’t had in the past,” he said.
The Seagulls play Norths in their first trial match on Saturday at Kitchener Park from 7pm with Drew to take the field but Kennar is still training with the Broncos.
Article originally published in Wynnum Herald.

Seagulls host Broncos in NRL trial
The Brisbane Broncos have confirmed they will play against the BMD Wynnum Manly Seagulls in an NRL trial match at BMD Kougari Oval on Saturday, February 23.
The Seagulls will take on their NRL affiliate to complete their preparation ahead of the 2019 season.
The match will present new coach Anthony Siebold with the first opportunity to coach the Broncos in Brisbane since making the move from South Sydney in December last year.
The Broncos are expected to roll out a strong outfit which will include many of its first grade stars as Siebold will look to use the trial to get crucial minutes on the park after a grueling off season.
Seagulls CEO Hanan Laban welcomes the opportunity to host some of rugby league’s brightest stars at Wynnum Manly.
“One of the benefits of our affiliation with the Broncos is their close involvement with our club and football program.
“This match is a great opportunity for our players, who aspire to play in the NRL, to test themselves against the best and also for our community to watch an NRL calibre side play at their local ground,” said Laban.
The Broncos are the third and final game in the Seagulls trial schedule which includes games against Norths on February 9 at the Wynnum Manly Juniors (Kitchener Park) and a road trip to Bundaberg to take on the CQ Capras on February 16.
The Broncos trial on February 23 is expected to be a sell-out, don’t miss out by purchasing your tickets here.
Wynnum Manly Seagulls 2019 Trial Schedule
- Norths Devils – February 9, Kitchener Park, Wynnum – 7.00pm
- CQ Capras – February 16, Waves Sports Club, Bundaberg – 7.00pm
- Brisbane Broncos – February 23, BMD Kougari Oval, Wynnum – 7.00pm
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All Seagulls trial matches will also be livestreamed via SeagullsTV on Facebook and Livestream apps.

2019 Intrust Super Cup draw released
More teams will have the opportunity to play in the Intrust Super Cup finals series next year, with the Queensland Rugby League today confirming a new top eight format for the 2019 season.
Fourteen teams will begin their quest for premiership glory in Round 1 on the weekend of March 9-10, and by the second weekend of September, the race will be down to eight.
QRL Major Competitions manager Dave Maiden said it was shaping up to be another thrilling season.
“Changing the finals format from six teams to eight will keep more fans engaged throughout the season and will add to the overall excitement and anticipation that the competition brings each week,” Maiden said.
“Our clubs identified this move as a priority in 2019 and we are pleased to deliver an outcome that will assist them greatly moving forward.”
A total of 170 regular season and finals matches will be played in 2019.
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Local rivals Easts Tigers will head to BMD Kougari Oval for what is always a highly anticipated derby clash in Round 9
QRL and Major Competition clubs will continue to foster strong community relationships and outcomes through the staging of several Themed Rounds, which include:
- XXXX Rivalry Round / Seagulls Old Boys Day – Round 3, March 23-24
- ANZAC Weekend – Round 8, April 27-28 (Burleigh v PNG – Kokoda Cup)
- Indigenous Round – Rounds 16 & 17, July 6-7, 13-14
- ‘Get in the Game’ Country Week – Round 18, July 20-21
- Harvey Norman Women in League – Round 21, August 17-18
- Turn to Me – Round 23, August 31 – September
One game each weekend will be broadcast on Channel Nine with scheduling details to be announced soon.

5 Reasons the Seagulls Race Day is a Must
By Seagulls Media
In 2018 the Wynnum Manly Seagulls Race Day will venture down the M1 to the Gold Coast Turf Club. With ticket sales closing in less than a week.
Here are 5 reasons why the Seagulls Race Day is a must attend event…
Forget about buying food or drink on the day, you’re covered. Tickets include a five hour beverage package & buffet lunch with dessert.
Beverages include a wide selection of fine Sirromet wines, beers and soft drink.
This is V.I.P. Join the Seagulls players, staff and fellow race-goers in an exclusive corporate suite by the winning post and overlooking the Gold Coast Skyline.
Experience the superior comfort and style of going corporate.
No need for a designated driver, taxi or Uber. Your ticket includes return transport from the Wynnum Manly Leagues Club to the Gold Coast Turf Club.
Four chartered buses have your day of indulgence secured. Where else would you find service like this?
In between picking winners, lap up the race day feels with live music by Brisbane based singer/song writer Kyle Bryant.
Plus try your luck with fashions on the field, sweeps and raffles!
This all inclusive package blends the excitement of live racing, corporate entertainment and sublime hospitality, perfect for any party.
At $125 per ticket / $1200 group of ten. You will not find better value.
Purchase tickets online at https://brisbanetickets.com.au/event/8198 before it’s too late!