Canberra Raiders News

Thu, 22nd January, 2026, 9:11 AEDT
2026 Cowboys Preview: Strong Start Ahead
The Cowboys showcased strong offense but struggled defensively, causing inconsistencies in their season.
LeagueNews.co
The Cowboys showcased their attacking prowess in 2025, displaying a remarkable performance that saw them dominate the Raiders and Panthers during a four-game winning streak early in the season.
However, their defense faltered significantly, allowing 138 points in just three games against the Storm, Dolphins, and Roosters. This mid-season slump caused them to fall out of the top eight, a position they were unable to regain.
The Cowboys' narrative is one of contrasts: "Flashy and frustrating. Exhilarating and infuriating." This duality encapsulates what defines them as they move into their 11th season since achieving their inaugural premiership.
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Tue, 20th January, 2026, 15:49 AEDT
'Cutting edge': weekend warriors get access to elite concussion mouthguards
Weekend warriors can soon use advanced mouthguards with concussion surveillance technology at Rebel Sport.
The Canberra Times
Here's something usually reserved for elite athletes that weekend warriors can sink their teeth into.
Mouthguards with cutting-edge concussion surveillance technology will go on sale at Rebel Sport stores within weeks - ahead of the upcoming winter seasons for the rugby codes, Australian rules and hockey.
It's the same technology the Canberra Raiders have used the past two NRL seasons, with their NRLW side and several other clubs also using it.
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Tue, 20th January, 2026, 6:19 AEDT
Are the Raiders still in the premiership 'window of opportunity'?
Rugby predictions can backfire, as the Raiders defied expectations, earning their first minor premiership.
Region Canberra
Predictions in rugby league can come back to bite you - just ask the 'experts' who predicted the Raiders would end up with the wooden spoon in 2025.
Much of the research by pundits is conducted in the Sydney bubble without any real insight into what is happening in Canberra.
The Raiders' first minor premiership in 35 years had those so-called experts squirming as their predictions were resurrected regularly throughout the season. This is a timely reminder that in this day and age, predictions no longer simply disappear into the ether and the internet never forgets.
In 2025, the Raiders probably exceeded expectations. There was no way they were going to finish last, but the minor...
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