Rugby League
South Newcastle Lions
South Newcastle is one of three remaining foundation clubs in the Newcastle Rugby League.
Their home ground, Townson Oval in the heart of Merewether is one of the most picturesque local footy grounds in the world. Some famous players have worn the Lions jersey over the years including former Australian representative Les Johns, Tevita Pangi Junior and even NBA star Ben Simmons.
2024 First Grade Stats
Finished: 4th, Played: 18, Won: 12, Drew: 0, Lost: 6
FOUNDED:1910
HOME GROUND: Townson Oval
FIRST GRADE PREMIERSHIPS: 12 (1919, 1927, 1943, 1946, 1963, 1964, 1968, 1976, 1988, 1989, 2016, 2018)
COACHES
First Grade: Andrew Ryan
Reserve Grade: Jarrod O'Doherty
U19's: Tim Ryan
Women's Premiership: Craig Carslake
Upcoming Fixtures
NOTE: These are fixtures only, for information purposes. This list does NOT guarantee these matches will be filmed. View the match tiles on this page or use our TV Guide to see what games will be shown.
South Newcastle Lions
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Macquarie Scorpions
1st Grade, Round 1 Newcastle No.1 Sportsground |
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Northern Hawks
vs.
South Newcastle Lions
Reserve Grade, Round 2 Tomaree Sports Ground |
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Northern Hawks
vs.
South Newcastle Lions
1st Grade, Round 2 Tomaree Sports Ground |
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Maitland Pickers
vs.
South Newcastle Lions
Reserve Grade, Round 3 Maitland No 1 Sportsground |
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Maitland Pickers
vs.
South Newcastle Lions
1st Grade, Round 3 Maitland No 1 Sportsground |
