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Too early to make five-eighth call on Ponga: O'Brien

Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has stood by his decision to move Kalyn Ponga to five-eighth as the Knights co-captain faces a lengthy concussion lay-off.

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No animosity after ditching Dolphins: Newcastle's Young

Dominic Young admits it will be "interesting" to see Wayne Bennett again, after the Newcastle winger snubbed the supercoach's offer to join the Dolphins.

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Down for the count: Kalyn Ponga has required seven HIAs in his past 18 games

In most of those instances, Ponga was either cleared to resume playing in the same game, or backed up to play the following week.

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Kalyn Ponga in danger of becoming one of rugby league's greatest unfulfilled talents

While ever he is defending at five-eighth, Ponga can expect opposition back-rowers to target him.

Newcastle Herald

Jackson Hastings a 'perfect' half, says Knights coach

Halfback Jackson Hastings is preparing to face Wests Tigers for the first time since joining Newcastle and has already won his new coach over.

AAP

Why the NRL's independent doctor was right to order Kalyn Ponga to undertake a concussion test

Fortunately most doctors, by nature of their profession, are inclined to err on the side of caution.

Newcastle Herald

'The NRL doesn't trust coaches': Ricky Stuart, Wayne Bennett call for changes to NRL concussion-spotting system

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has joined the chorus of coaches calling for an overhaul to the NRL's current procedure for spotting concussions.

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Leave concussion calls to clubs, not NRL: Bennett

Wayne Bennett wants the NRL to put the onus for identifying need for concussion checks after on-field head knocks back solely on the clubs.

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Toohey's News: Twin Towers key to Knights' rebuild

No one will carry more responsibility or have a bigger role to play than them.

Newcastle Herald

TOOHEY'S NEWS PODCAST: We need to talk about Adam O'Brien

Listen to the latest episode of Toohey's News: The Podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you like to listen.

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Knights legend Kurt Gidley backs Kalyn Ponga to excel in his new pivotal role

"He can make the transition, without a doubt."

Newcastle Herald

Knights coach confident key players can gel before season-opener

The Knights improved against the Eels but still have plenty to work on.

Newcastle Herald

Final audition: Knights to push for round-one positions in Eels trial

The Knights take on the Eels at Gosford from 5.55pm.

Newcastle Herald

Knights coach 'hopeful' England flyer Dom Young will remain at club

Multiple other NRL clubs have shown interest in the England flyer.

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Ponga, Hastings to unite as Knights halves for dress rehearsal against Eels

The duo will take to the field for the first time.

Newcastle Herald

Knights contingent to return against Eels after trial loss to Sharks

More than 10 players from the club's top-30 roster sat out the game.

Newcastle Herald

Rookie Knights fullback gets chance to impress in club's first NRL trial

The Knights take on the Sharks at Industree Group Stadium.

Newcastle Herald

Rookie prop Max Bradbury a victim of the Newcastle Knights' urgent need for success

"I'm not looking at a long-term thing."

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Why so silent, Knights? Club gives 'bare-minimum' media access

"If I had a dollar for every interview request the Herald has had rejected over the past few months, I'd be as rich as Nathan Tinkler allegedly once was."

Newcastle Herald

New fullback the No.1 priority for Newcastle Knights after coach confirms Ponga switch

"We've trained a number of guys back there."

Newcastle Herald

Why history offers a glimmer of hope that the Newcastle Knights can bounce back

Whether the Knights will be any better this year is anyone's guess.

Newcastle Herald

Season review: Newcastle Knights at the crossroads

Never before in Newcastle's history had they lost so many successive games so heavily on home turf.

Newcastle Herald

New Knights recruit Jack Hetherington vows to keep playing with fire

"I've definitely worked on my technique, bending my back and dipping late, that sort of stuff."

Newcastle Herald

Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien reaches a pivotal point

MIDWAY through last NRL season, amid mounting media speculation about the prospect of Kalyn Ponga switching to five-eighth, Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien raised the subject with me during a telephone conversation. Kalyn Ponga and Adam O'Brien. It was clear O'Brien was no fan of the idea. He didn't want…

Newcastle Herald

Right hand man: McDermott on mission to propel Knights up ladder

"I know people want them here right now, but they will be a better product when they get out here."

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