Warriors partner with Logan City Council to create an academy, attracting future NRL stars to New Zealand.
The New Zealand Warriors have kicked a massive goal, striking a deal with a revered rugby league nursery in Queensland that could see future stars cross the Tasman instead of joining the Broncos, Titans or Dolphins.
In a landmark partnership, the Warriors and Logan City Council will set up a training academy and community program in the City of Logan.
Logan, in South East Queensland, has produced some of the game's greatest NRL players including Cameron Smith, Josh Papalii, Corey Parker, Israel Folau, and Lote Tuqiri.
Warriors CEO Cameron George has struck the deal after 12 months of talks with Logan City Council, which has led to the establishment of a 'home away from home' for the...