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Couch WarriorsNRL 2025 | The Wa-chine is rolling on!The Warriors continue their unbeaten streak making it five from five after defeating the Dolphins. Richard and John talk about the game, State of Origin, and the upcoming match against the Raiders.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.FacebookInstagramYouTube2025-05-2053 minCouch WarriorsNRL 2025 | The Wahs are in the top 2!The Warriors move to outright second on the NRL ladder after a one-point thriller against the Dragons! Richard and John analyze the match as well as preview this Saturday's match against the Dolphins, and give their thoughts on some of the big State of Origin questions.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.FacebookInstagramYouTube2025-05-1355 minCouch WarriorsNRL 2025 | Warriors get the W at Magic Round after a Luke Metcalf masterclass displayThe Warriors remain in the Top Four after a scintillating win over the Cowboys at Magic Round. The boys discuss the match along with giving our thoughts on the Warriors MVPs of the match. Check all this out and much more in this week's episode of Couch Warriors!Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.FacebookInstagramYouTube2025-05-0757 minCouch WarriorsNRL 2025 | Warriors dominate Knights in Anzac Day clashThe Warriors remain in the Top Four after dominating the Knights in their Anzac Day clash. John and Richard discuss the match as well as Wayde Egan's chances of NSW Origin selection in 2025.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-04-291h 01Couch WarriorsNRL 2025 | The good, the bad, and the uglyThe boys talk about the NZ Warriors golden point thriller over the Brisbane Broncos. Despite the win, Richard and John discuss where they believe there is room from improvement.With Team List Tuesday coming up, the boys also predict the Warriors Round 8 lineup against the Knights on Anzac Day, before giving their tips for Round 8.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-04-211h 05Couch WarriorsNRL 2025 | Warriors first half nightmareThe boys discuss the match between the Warriors and premiership favourites the Storm, where the home side absolutely dominated the NZ side.Do the Warriors coaches need to go back to the drawing board? What immediate changes need to be made? All this and much more on Couch Coaches.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-04-1557 minCouch WarriorsNRL 2025 | Can the Warriors calm the big Storm coming?The Warriors take on premiership favourites the Storm this Sunday. The match will prove a big test for the Warriors who are coming off a bye and three wins on the trot!Richard and John discuss the match, some of the hot topics in the NRL, give their 'way to early in the season awards' and share their tips for Round 6.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram...2025-04-1052 minCouch WarriorsNRL 2025 | The Warriors make it three on the trotThe Warriors make it three on the trot after a thrilling win against the West Tigers. The boys analyse the match as well as talk about the signing/leaving rumours floating around of lateDon't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-04-021h 00Couch WarriorsNRL 2025 | An ugly two points with a side of roast chookIt wasn't pretty but the Wahs got the job done.The boys break down what they liked (and what they didn't like) in Friday night's tight win over the Roosters. John has some inspiratio for Webby and the selectors in this week's 'Hot Take' and Richard asks Chat GPT what the greaest team of the NRL era is, before the boys rip into another round of tips.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/2025-03-2455 minCouch WarriorsNRL 2025 | Nothing like a serving of Humble Wahs Pie!They boys (and most Warriors fans) have been dished a serving of humble pie after predicting the Warriors to go down to Manly easily in RD 2.John and Richard analyse the game, give some hot takes, look at the big news from the week, as well as discuss the team named to take on the Roosters in Round 3!Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-03-2057 minCouch WarriorsNRL 2025 | Second Chances or Time for Change?The boys go over the Warriors named side for their Round 2 clash with Manly as well as giving their thoughts about whether urgent change is needed at the Warriors after a disappointing performance in Las Vegas.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-03-1256 minCouch Warriors2025 NRL | New Season, Same old Wahs!Despite all the hype around playing in Vegas and some great new signings, the Warriors have started the 2025 NRL season in dismal fashion!The boys talk about where it wrong for the Warriors, and what needs to change before RD2 against Manly.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-03-0451 minCouch Warriors2025 NRL | Viva Wahs VegasIt's Vegas time baby!The NRL season is upon us and John and Richard are pumped. They share their thoughts on the first Team List Tuesday of the year and compare the team with their predictions from last week.Then they rip into the big news of the last week - the signing of Morgan Brown and Dylan Brown's contract rumours, before asking Chat GPT the big questions, and starting up another year of tipping.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with...2025-02-2750 minCouch Warriors2025 NRL | Will the Warriors make the top 8?The season is nearly upon us and the boys couldn't be more excited.They share their thoughts on the recent trials v the Sharks and Storm, before diving into their predictions for the season, sharing their predicted ladder and Dally M winner.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-02-2058 minCouch Warriors2025 NRL | Pre-preseason chatThe boys are back baby!NRL preseason is upon so John and Richard have decided to have a quick chat about all the big talking points - Wahs captaincy, trial team list and who they expect to be there in Round 1 at Vegas.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2025-02-0743 minCouch WarriorsThe Better Late Than Never Warriors Season ReviewJohn is back from South Africa so the boys caught up to share their thoughts on the 2024 Warriors season.They share their thoughts on what went wrong, give their shining lights in a disapointing season, and begin to look forward toward the 2025 season and give their thoughts some of the burning questions.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-09-2450 minCouch WarriorsNRL Round 26 | Another Dog ShotWe've gone international this week with John calling in from South Africa.The lads battle some technical difficulties as they review another shocker at Mt Smart, and they give their thoughts on the Stephen Crichton no sin bin decision.They give their second to last Wahly M points for the year before ripping into another round of tipping, with Richard holding his lead well.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/...2024-08-2838 minCouch WarriorsNRL Round 25 | No Mathematical ChanceFinally the Wahs fans have been put out of their misery. We can no longer make the finals after another frustrating loss to the Sea Eagles. The boys review what felt like deja-vu, while sharing some early thoughts on the season on the whole.Then it's time to preview this weekend's final home game of the season, with the lads hoping (but not confident) that it will be a happy send off for SJ.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the c...2024-08-2255 minCouch WarriorsNRL Round 24 | It's Just One Of Those SeasonsWhy you do us like this again Wahs?John and Richard review yet another heartbreaking golden point loss at the hands of Warriors reject Sean O'Sullivan.Then it's looking for to this weekend's match against the Sea Eagles, before having a look at the NRL news for the week, and giving their tips for Round 24.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-08-151h 02Couch WarriorsNRL Round 23 | We Love You SJThe boys are close to tears this week as they look back on the career of one of the Wahs GOATS.They share their thoughts on SJ's career, their favourite SJ moments and who should be wearing the #7 jersey next year.Then it's a review of another disappointing loss, as the boys try to put their finger on what's gone wrong this season.The Dolphins are up next. Can the Wahs keep their very slim finals chances alive? We think so.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find...2024-08-0857 minCouch WarriorsNRL Round 22 | The Return Of SJThe finals dream is still alive.The boys review a less than convincing performance against the Tigers, and break down what they need to do better to keep in contention for the finals.They then touch on some big news in the Wahs world, with Jazz announcing he won't be returning and Ngani revealing he has some unfinished business.Then it's onto a preview of this weekend's match against the Eels, and the return of SJ.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to...2024-08-0158 minCouch WarriorsNRL Round 21 | Raided of the two points | Couch Coaches PodcastAnother week, another two points slipping from the Wahs grip.We're well and truly into must win territory and the Raiders spoilt the Wahs plans on the weekend. John and Richard share their thoughts on the game, including 'that kick'.The Tigers are up this week and the boys review team list Tuesday and give their predictions before John proposes a couple of potential interchange options and the lads give their tips for Round 21.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the...2024-07-2455 minCouch WarriorsNRL Round 20 2024 | Top 8 PredictionsThe boys were a little lost with no game to review but they found their feet giving Top 8 predictions and previewing the must win match for the Wahs against the Raiders this weekend.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-07-1753 minCouch WarriorsNRL Round 19 2024 | The Bunker has done it againA brave performance from the boys goes unrewarded no thanks to a contender for the howler of the season from our 'beloved' bunker.John and Richard review the action and give their hot takes on the games, including a career defining performance from El Capitan and one of the great Wahs debuts of all times.Then it's Origin time, and we're (the Wahs) officially off the Wahgas.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook...2024-07-101h 00Couch WarriorsNRL Round 18 2024 | The finals dream is aliveThe Couch Coaches review a huge win against the Broncos before ripping into this week's match against the Bulldogs. Can the Wahs go back-to-back? The boys certainly think so.They give their thoughts on the state of the referees and the big Vegas news before ripping into another week of tipping, with Richard extending his lead once again.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/c...2024-07-031h 07Couch WarriorsNRL Round 17 2024 | Wah-t was that!Couch Coaches share their thoughts on that woeful performance against the Titans, while previewing this round's match against the Broncos!2024-06-261h 00Couch WarriorsNRL Round 16 2024 | What more does Mitch Wahnett need to do?The boys talk about Saturday's match against the Titans on the GC & the upcoming Origin match, which sees Warriors Kurt Capewah and Mitch Wahnett in opposition squads for only the second time in Warriors history.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-06-2036 minCouch WarriorsBye Bye to the ByeJohn and Richard are relieved that we don't have to wait too much longer to watch the Wahs, after what felt like an extra long weekend.The compare their personal team list tuesday notes with the team that was announced, and it's safe to say there's no shortage of talking points.It's Origin I time too, so they give their thoughts on what should be a cracker at Accor Stadium.And it's tipping time, as Richard slighly extended his lead last week after what was a wild and wet round of footy....2024-06-051h 01Couch WarriorsPhin SoupTwo in a row! The Wahs 'B team' is on a roll.Huge performance from the lads to take down the Dolphins at a sold out Mt Smart. John and Richard review the game, reminiscing on where it was won. They then have a go at predicting the Round 14 team (with John doing his best Pepe Silvia impression).The Origin rivalry heats up, with the boys sitting on opposite sides of the border. They share their thoughts on the teams and give a series prediction.John is creeping his way back into the tipping...2024-05-291h 02Couch WarriorsThe Magic WahsIt was a huge performance from the Wahs at Magic Round.The lads break down all the drama, before looking ahead to this week and get some early State of Origin chat in. Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-05-221h 02Couch WarriorsKeeping the Faith feat the WarriorholicThe boys were delighted to be joined by the one and only Warriorholic on this week's episode.Unfortunately, Richard's Wi-Fi still hadn't recovered from Sunday's demolition at the hands of the Roosters so there were a few technical difficulties but it was a great episode regardless.The lads did an in-depth breakdown of the Warriors performance on the weekend, before looking forward to Magic Round and assessing the state of the Wahs team this week with the injury list growing. The Warriorholic teased some intel about this weekend's team also.He then joined in...2024-05-151h 04Couch WarriorsKnight in wet armourAnother week, another loss.That's three in a row for the Wahs (and four in a row without a win). What's wrong? Is it the players? The coaching? The game plan?Richard and John put their couch coach hats on and give their take on what's wrong.They review the loss to the Knights, before having a look at some of the breaking news around the NRL and giving their Wahly M points and tips for the week.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe, and find us on social...2024-05-0857 minCouch WarriorsTrouble in pawahdiseThings aren't going the Wahs way at the moment as the lads break down a disapointing performance again the Titans.What went wrong? John and Richard share their thoughts on the game, before ripping into another round of tips. And there's a new favourite to win the inaugual Wahly M!Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe, and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-05-011h 01Couch WarriorsDon't hit the panic button yetIt wasn't great viewing on Friday night as the Wahs got dominated by an ordinary Dragons team.The lads weren't making any excuses when reviewing the most disapointing performance of the season. They try break down what went wrong, and where the Wahs need to improve, before dishing out their Wahly M points and playing another round of Start/Bench/Drop and tips.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe, and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https...2024-04-2456 minCouch WarriorsOne point is one pointThe boys are living by the motto - one point is one point.It wasn't pretty, but the Wahs were lucky to salvage a point after that performance. The Conductor and John preview all the action from Mt Smart, and give their hot takes on the controversial penalty.The spotlight is on Mitch Barnett this week, with both the boys predicting higher honours very soon.Plus the usual suspects - the Wahly Ms, Start/Bench/Drop, the Dally M Klanger and Richard pulls ahead in the tipping comp.Don't forget to give...2024-04-1751 minCouch WarriorsAll Hail King Wayde!The boys were full of praise for Wayde Egan on this week's show. They chipped in on the discussion about him being in line for a NSW State of Origin call up and showered him in Wahly M points.The also reviewed that demolition of the Rabbitohs over the weekend, before looking forward to the Sea Eagles coming to town this weekend.Plus there's an official new segment in town - the Dally M Klanger (this week is a doosy). And John is clawing his way back in the tipping comp!Don't forget to g...2024-04-101h 03Couch WarriorsTwo in a rowTwo more points in the bank and the Wahs are starting to get on a roll.The boys review the action from Round 4, including another solid Wahs performance and a number of upsets.The Rabbitohs are up next, and Richard explains why the stats aren't on the Wahs side for this one.Plus the usual suspects - Start/Bench/Drop, the Wahly Ms and another round of tips.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe, and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation. Facebook - https...2024-04-0346 minCouch WarriorsWe're on the board!It wasn't pretty but the Wahs got their 2 points in the mainland.The boys review all the action from Apollo Projects Stadium, before ripping into this weekend's match v the Knights,Plus the usual antics, the Wahly Ms, Start/Bench/Drop and another week of tipping.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe, and find us on social media to get involved with the conversation. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-03-2753 minCouch WarriorsIn Webby We TrustJohn puts RIchard on the spot and asks him to do the intro this week and the result is far from convincing.The boys are hurting from that heart breaking loss to the Storm, but there was plenty to like about that second half performance, and there's no panicking here and John has a message for some of the bandwagon supporters who are already jumping off.All that, plus another round of Start/Bench/Drop, the boys give their tips for the week and there's a new segment in town.... the Wahly Ms.Don't f...2024-03-1951 minCouch WarriorsThe Shark AttackThat wasn't how it was supposed to play out.John and Richard dissect a good opening 20 minutes, followed by an ugly 60 minutes to get the Wahs season underway. Don't worry, they're not jumping off a WahGon just yet.Richard has some stats for this weekend's match against the Storm and it isn't pretty for Warriors fans.And the spotlight is on the best fullbacks in the game in this week's Start/Bench/Drop.Don't forget to give us a like or subscribe, and find us on social media to get involved with...2024-03-1349 minCouch WarriorsAll Aboard! The Band Wahgon is filling up!The Wahgon is near capacity and the boys are fizzing up.They review all the action from the Vegas games, before giving their thoughts on the Warriors team list for Round 1, give their tips for the round and play another round of Start/Bench/Drop.Don't forget to like, subscribe and follow us on social.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/couchcoaches1/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/couchcoaches1/2024-03-0742 minCouch WarriorsWe're Back Baby! and it's Our YearThe boys reunite just in time for Vegas!They discuss their personal off-seasons, before sharing their thoughts on the Wahs and their pre-season performances.There's a new segment in town as Richard hits John with Round 1 of Start/Bench/Drop.And we're getting involved with SuperCoach this year. Join our open league if you're keen. Code 732270.https://supercoach.dailytelegraph.com.au/nrlThe boys are looking for a new name for the poddy so flick through any suggestions to us via Messenger, Instagram or at nzcouchcoaches@gmail.comWe're...2024-02-2846 minCouch WarriorsA Sporting Catch-up | Bonus EpisodeWith all the sport happening in the world, the boys thought it was a good time to catch up on the goss.They talk through that epic NRL Grand Final (with Richard sharing some stories from the ground), give their Kiwis v Kangaroos and RWC Final predictions and share their thoughts on an eventful Cricket World Cup so far.2023-10-2749 minCouch WarriorsDon't mention that pass + Warriors season review #10It's the final episode of the NRL season and there's plenty to discuss.The boys give their thoughts on the preliminary final, including 'that pass' before reviewing the season on the whole and giving out their grade and a few Daly M predictions.What a season we've been treated to from the mighty Wahs!2023-09-2758 minCouch WarriorsWahs Fever #9Wahs fever has taker over Aotearoa and even John is sneaking a few 'Up The Wahs' in on this week's show.Spirits are high in this one, as the boys review one of the great Warriors performances in recent history, before looking forward to this weekend's blockbuster at Suncorp.You won't want to miss this one!Up The Wahs2023-09-2154 minCouch WarriorsSemi Finals Preview feat Charlie 'The Porta King' Gubb #8It's a special week on the Couch Coaches podcast, as we welcome our first guest, former Warrior Charlie Gubb.Richard and John talk to him about his rugby league career, life as a Warrior and what he's been up to since retiring. We then look back on the preliminary finals and preview this weekend's action, headlined by the Warriors hosting the Knights at a sold out Mt Smart.Charlie was an amazing guest, and he gave some incredibly honest insight into the highs and lows of playing professional rugby league.If you're in Wellington...2023-09-141h 11Couch WarriorsThe Bandwagon Is Off To The Finals #7The bandwagon is on a one way ticket to the finals and Conductor Richard is choo chooing his way through life!The boys review a lack-lustre performance from the Warriors over the weekend before ripping into this weekend's mouth watering finals game. Can the Wahs get the W in Penrith? They also give their 'NRL Hotties XII' after the drama from last week's top five rankings.2023-09-061h 02Couch WarriorsRest, Rotation and Man Crushes #6The final round of the regular season is upon us and rest and rotation is on the tongues on Wahs fans. Being in the position to rest players in unfamiliar territory for Warriors fans but John and Richard are excited to see some of the young guns get a run against the Dolphins this weekend.The review and preview all the action, give their take on who'll make the Top 8 and get a little sidetracked giving their best looking NRL players.2023-08-3058 minCouch WarriorsLeft Edge Concerns #5John is very concerned about the Warriors left edge and so he and Richard go in depth about the issues and what can be done to sort them.They also do a full review of last week, and give their tips for Round 26, while also diving into some fan questions and give their take on the Warrios v Sea Eagles controversy.2023-08-2359 minCouch WarriorsTwo Points Is Two Points! #4John and Richard have finally managed to keep an episode under an hour! Time to celebrate!!They touch on another wild round of footy, catch up on all things in the NRL headlines and give their predictions for Daniel Anderson Round!2023-08-1659 minCouch WarriorsGrand Final Fever #3Grand Final Fever has hit the Warriors fans and John and Richard are both jumping aboard. They break down an ugly W from the Wahs, give their preview of Round 24 and share who they consider the '2nd' NRL team.2023-08-091h 08Couch WarriorsIt's A Long Way To The Top #2Who are the Warriors best signings for 2023? And who do the Couch Coaches think will make the Top 8? Find out and much more on Episode 2 of Couch Coaches (NRL edition)!!!2023-08-021h 14Couch WarriorsCouch Coaches Assemble! #1Welcome to the first episode of the Couch Coaches. Technical difficulties meant we were unable to launch last week but we're stoked to be bringing you episode #1. John and Richard share their thoughts on the Warriors seasons so far (and perhaps get themselves a little bit excited) before doing a quick round of tips for Round 21 of the NRL.2023-07-2556 min