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CRL Show is all for Country Rugby League and Community Rugby League. From Group 21 to the Proten Cup and beyond, hosts Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson keep you up to date with what's happening in local and bush footy Rugby League competitions and clubs.

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    CRL Show #102 - Former NRL players make their mark in the bush

    On this episode Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale look back at the week that was. Elliott Whitehead stars for West Belconnen, Thirroul and Corrimal battle in Wollongong and Blake Ferguson and Jack Buchanan star for Orange CYMS.Outback Rugby League are on the search for new referees, and Forbes Magpies, Spooner Oval near completion. Tries of the Week and Big Hits of the Week plus much much more on the CRL Show.

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    CRL Show #101 - Anzac day footy & crazy things at collies

    On this edition, there's ANZAC day footy & crazy things happening at Collegians Sports Complex. Old Bar Pirates show off their new fan designed jersey and Mendooran Tigers doing good things. There's also Big Hits and Tries of the Week, plus Geoff and Paul look forward to this weekends footy.

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    CRL Show #100 - Raise that bat

    It's show 100, and although there isn't much to celebrate, there's plenty to talk about in community Rugby League.Join Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale as take a look at what's happening in local footy around the traps.On this episode; A possible world record, for 40/20's, ANZAC Day games, Belconnen United Sharks new mobile media box, signing news, plus some recaps of games just gone, Big hits of the week, tries of the week and much more on the CRL Show. 

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    CRL Show #99 - Country Champs & Devils Delight

    Welcome to another episode of the CRL Show, the show for all things community Rugby League here, there and everywhere in between.On this edition;Country Championships, does it need an overhaul?West Illawarra Devils win the Premiers Challenge.Sunshine Coast and Penrith Rugby Leagues kickoff.Around the Groups - Junee Diesels and Rankin Springs celebrate 100 years in 2026 and Oberon Tigers get a new ground.Plus there's Tries of the Week, Big Hits of the Week and some moments you may have missed.All that and more on the CRL Show with Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson.

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    CRL Show #98 - Welcome to 2026

    The CRL Show is back for another season and what a way to kick it off with the Country Championships in Port Macquarie and the Premiers Challenge in Kiama.

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    CRL #97 - Kiama claim Group 7 title

    It's the final CRL Show for 2025 and we finished with an epic Grand Final down Group 7 way.Join Geoff Stevenson & Paul Arandale as they go through all the weekend results of the Group 7 and NSWRL Grand Finals, plus Big Hits and Tries of the Week and some news from around the groups.And finally... our commentators Grand Final winner predictions... congratulations to Morgan Campbell and Mike Wilson for picking the most correct. Joint winners for 2025.Thanks for watching or listening in each week and supporting Country/Community Rugby League.See you all in 2026!

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    CRL Show #96 - Maitland Pickers make history

    This week on the CRL Show, there's more Grand Finals to revisit, including Maitland pickers record breaking fourth title in a row, Redcliffe Dolphins big win, Gundagai Tigers upset win, Kincumber Colts drought breaker and Tugun Seahawks go back to back.There's also news from around the groups, big hits and tries of the week, plus Geoff and Paul preview what's coming up on BarTV Sports this weekend.

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    CRL Show #95 - Roos get the Blues & Devils win in extra time

    On this edition of the CRL Show Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review the Grand Finals, including the epic Queanbeyan Blues win over Queanbeyan Kangaroos, West Illawarra Devils extra time win over Collegians Lismore Marist Brothers drought breaking victory.Plus there's Big Hits of the Week, Tries of the Week, news from around the Groups and previews of what's on BarTV Sports this coming weekend.

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    CRL Show #94 - Tathra, Singleton, Moree Boars & Dubbo CYMS take titles

    Grand Final wins for Tathra Sea Eagles, Moree Boars, Singleton Greyhounds and Dubbo CYMS.We recap all the highlights from these games, plus there's tries of the week, big hits of the Week, reviews and previews on the CRL Show with Paul Arandale.

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    CRL Show #93 - Coolah Kings of the Country

    On this episode, Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale review all the footy from the weekend just gone, plus preview what's coming up on BarTV Sports this weekend.There's group 4, Group 16 and Western Premiership Grand Finals plus Coolah celebrate their undefeated season with the Castlereagh League Premiership.There's Big Hits and Tries of the Week and loads more on this edition of the CRL Show.

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    CRL Show #92 - Finals Fever

    Finals Footy is here! Join Geoff Stevenson and Paul Arandale as they cut through all stuff you need to know ahead of finals footy in your region.Coolah Roos - One win away from Clayton Cup glory, Rule 45 activated in the George Tooke Shield, Grand Finals in Woodbridge Cup, Group 19 and Castlereagh League this weekend and Milton-ulladulla Bulldogs dress Geoff and Paul.Plus there's Tries of the Week, Big Hits of the Week and much more.

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    CRL Show #91 - Stanthorpe Gremlins win epic Border League Grand Final & two teams left in the Clayton Cup race.

    On this edition of the CRL Show Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results from the weekend and preview what's on BarTV this coming weekend.Stanthorpe Gremlins win an epic Grand Final over Tenterfield Tigers in the Border League, Merimbula-Pambula Bulldogs and Coolah Roos left in the Clayton Cup race.Plus there's Big hits and tries of the week, more around the group news including Yass Magpies in the community, Gerringong's NRL talent, Inverell Hawks, Newcastle & Hunter Rugby League Finals Series, plus Peter McDonald Premiership and more.

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    CRL Show #90 - Peter McDonald Premiership hits Finals time

    On this edition of the CRL Show, Geoff and Paul go through all the results from the weekend and pick out some moments including a 100 meter try from a front rower.There's plenty to cover around the group; Finals time in the Peter McDonald Premiership, Castlereagh and Woodbridge Cup Semi Finals and are Collegians the we weather kings?There's tries and big hits of the week plus we preview whats on BarTV Sports this coming weekend.

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    CRL Show #89 - Barellan win Proten Cup

    It was a big weekend for local footy with Barellan Rams winning the Proten Cup and Woolgoolga Seahorses dropping out of the Clayton Cup race. all a weekend of rain, mud and snow.Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results and preview whats coming up this weekend on BarTV Sports. Plus there's news from around the groups, including Sleapys Day, Castlereagh Cup, Roose Pioneers, French connection and our commentators James "Sully" Sullivan, Morgan Campbell, Duane Neville and Mike Wilson, along with Geoff and Paul give their tips on who will win Grand Finals.Plus there's Tries of the Week, Big Hits of the Week and loads more on the Country Rugby League Show.

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    CRL Show #88 - Who will make the Finals

    Who will make the Finals. With so many comps still open this season, the race to the Finals is closer than ever.Join Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson as they look back at the week that was and preview what's coming up this weekend in Country Rugby League.We update the Clayton Cup run, with only 4 undefeated teams left, preview the upcoming Proten Cup Grand Finals and dig into the Castlereagh League.Plus there's Tries of the Week and Big Hits of the Week.

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    CRL Show #87 - Group 4 dominate Group 19 & 21 in rep Tri-Series

    On this edition of the CRL Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results from the weekend, and take a look back at the Hastings v Outback rep game and the Tr-Series between Group 4, Group 19 and Group 21.We update the Clayton Cup run and is a try scoring record up for grabs in the Woodbridge Cup?More referees are needed for Peter McDonald Premiership and Proten Cup hits Finals time.Plus we preview what's coming up this weekend on BarTV Sports.

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    CRL Show #86 - Teams step up in finals race

    On this edition of the Country Rugby League Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the weekends action and pick out their Tries and Big Hits of the Week.Plus Geoff hits the road to Orange via Dunedoo, shows off his retro Crookwell Devils jersey and introduces the Bendigo Crushers.And we preview what's on BarTV Sports this coming weekend.

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    CRL Show #85 - Winners, losers & rep footy

    On this edition of the Country Rugby League Show.Rep footy is back on the agenda for Group 9 and Group 20, Deniliquin host a round of the Proten Cup and Dalby Diehards sign Jarrod Wallace.We've got the Tries of the Week, Big Hits of the Week and we review all the matches from the weekend and preview what's on BarTV Sports this weekend.

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    CRL Show #84 - Mendooran Tiger first win in 40 years.

    Join hosts, Paul Arandale & Geoff Stevenson of 30 minutes of Country Rugby League talk.On this edition, Mendooran Tiger win their first game after a 40 year wait, Outback Rugby League back on track, Goognong Goannas celebrate their first win and we update you on the Clayton Cup.Plus there's a new segment BarTV Rewind, where we dust of the VHS and dig up the archives. First up, it's Australian Jilaroos star Kezie Apps and footage of when it all began with Helensburgh Tigers. And, we preview what's coming up on BarTV Sports this weekend.

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    #83 - Four undefeated teams no more & Kurri Kurri do the double over rivals Cessnock

    This week on the Country Rugby League Show, it was upsets everywhere.Four previously undefeated teams lost, including Cudgen Hornets, Bilambil Jets, Queanbeyan Roos and Greta-Branxton Colts, creating big interest in the Clayton Cup.Also there's the Mt. Isa Rugby League Grand Final, Tries and Big Hits of the Week, Kurri Kurri Bulldogs do the double in the Coalfields derby over rivals Cessnock Goannas, and a 100 meter try from St.Marys front rower Falefa Letoi in the Ron Massey Cup.Plus there's reviews and previews of what's on BarTV Sports this weekend.

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    82 - Lights out, Menindee Knockout & Gravy

    On this edition of the Country Rugby League Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the footy on BarTV Sports from the weekend and share their Tries and Big Hits of the Week.Geoff talks up the canteen food at Cahill oval, the lights go out at Crozier, Menindee Knock Out, Group 20 Magic Round for 2026, Cooma United, Catch for Cash, Avondale Greyhounds celebrate 50 not out, Mendooran Tigers launch and a new Grandstand for Cairns Brothers.Plus they preview what's coming up this weekend.

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    #81 - Clubs in the community & Burleigh reach 100

    On the CRL Show this week, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson recap all the footy from the weekend and preview whats on this coming weekend.Around the Groups News: Clubs are helping out in the community, Burleigh hit 110, and Magic hits Group 7.Q Corner: Rob Brough's latest League documentary and Mt.Isa clubs looking for competition.Plus there's Big Hits and Tries of the Week.All this and more on the Country Rugby League Show.

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    #80 - Q Corner & Group 7 Magic

    The Country Rugby League Show returns after a week off, with Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson going through all things local footy.There's a new segment called Q Corner, dedicated to our Queensland comps, BRL, Sunshine Coast Rugby League, Gold Coast Rugby League and Ipswich Rugby League, plus there's the usual Around the Groups news, Tries of the Week and Big Hits of the Week, and it's Magic Round for Group 7 this weekend, with all 4 first grade games in Nowra this Saturday.Watch all games #live or on repeat at your home of local footy BarTV Sports.

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    #79 - City v Country and Clayton Cup Bingo

    CRL Show - Episode 79City v Country and Clayton Cup BingoPaul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson go through all the results from the weekend, including the knock On Effect NSW Cup Magic Round. Around the Groups this week, we take a look at the Proten Cup, Woodbridge Cup and introduces Clayton Cup Bingo, plus City v Country this weekend.There's our Tries of the Week, Big Hits of the Week and we preview all the games on BarTV Sports this coming weekend. Be sure to visit bartvsports.com.au to view all games, highlights and of course the CRL Show.

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    #78 Milestone, Magic & Madness

    CRL Show - Episode 78 - Milestones, Magic & MadnessOn this week's edition of the Country Rugby League, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson review all the results from the weekend. Share their top 5 Tries & Big Hits of the Week and throw in some interesting moments too.There's the winners from the NSWRL Junior Reps, a milestone celebration for Shellharbour Sharks, Matt Carroll, a disability game at Griffiths, controversy in Group 19, Cessnock Goannas new fans in Papua New Guinea and the Knock On Effect Cup is heading to Tamworth for magic Round.Plus there's previews of what's on BarTV Sports coming weekend.

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    #77 - Birds, Big Hits & Barnaby Joyce

    It's election week and pollaticians are promising the world to some of of bush footy clubs. On this episode of the CRL Show, Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson look back at the week that was in Country Rugby League.Was it a wild Turkey at New Park, Kyolge or just curious bird. Geoff and Paul select their Politcal 13 Rugby League team. And Googong Goannas debut in George Tooke Shield.Plus there's our Tries and Big Hits of the Week. Be sure to check these out on the BarTV Sports website or our You Tube channel and the lads preview what's happening on BarTV Sports this weekend.If you like this podcast, be sure to give us a like and spread the word.

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    #41 Adam Devcich interview

    Paul Arandale caught up with Newcastle Rugby League General Manager and former NRL referee Adam Devcich.Adam talks about how he got started in Rugby League from a young age and and how he became one of the top referees in Australia, before moving into an administration role.Currently Adam is the boss of the NEWRL or Newcastle Rugby League as it is widely known.

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    #76 - Silktails Fly High

    On this episode of the CRL Show, Paul & Geoff unpack all the results from the weekend, including Kaiviti Silktails first win on Australian soil.Robertson Spuddies, take out the Rotterdam 9's in Netherlands, Illawarra Rugby League, Harrigan Premiership kicks off, Group 7 Magic Round locked in for May 31, Boots for Timor plus there's our usual Tries of the Week and Big Hits of the Week, plus we preview what's on BarTV Sports this coming weekend.Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson bring you all the latest from around the groups of community and country Rugby League.

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    #49 - Garth Brennan interview

    Garth Brennan sat down for a chat with CRL Show host, Paul Arandale.Garth spoke about his journey in Rugby League, as a player with Western Suburbs Rosellas, Waratah-Mayfield Cheetahs, and as a coach with Newcastle Knights and Penrith Panthers junior grades and onto Gold Coast Titans as Head coach.These days, Garth is head coach of the Newcastle Rebels representative team and is coaching director at Northern Hawks.

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    #75 - Kurri Kurri Bulldogs break drought in Magic Round & Polies promise ground improvements

    Geoff Stevenson & Paul Arandale talk all things Country and Community Rugby league, reviewing all the fixture from the weekend just gone.Kurri Kurri Bulldogs break their winless drought by upsetting Northern Hawks 38-20 in Magic Round of Newcastle Rugby League.There's plenty of news from around the Groups, including politicians on the campaign trail promising improvements to grounds, Gerrad Sutton celebrates a milestone, and we welcome Group 9 Rugby League to Bar TV Sports.Plus there's Tries of the Week, Big Hits of the Week and previews of what's on this Easter long Weekend on BarTV Sports.

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CRL Show is all for Country Rugby League and Community Rugby League. From Group 21 to the Proten Cup and beyond, hosts Paul Arandale and Geoff Stevenson keep you up to date with what's happening in local and bush footy Rugby League competitions and clubs.

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