Join former Warriors captain Monty Betham and club legends for untold stories, no cliches, strong opinions and insider insight. Whether you're a day 1 supporter, or jumping on the bandwagon, you're going to learn plenty about the club, past and current players, and the NRL!
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Follow our journey through Marriage, Children, Work/Life balance as a family living in New York City. In the city that never sleeps life for us starts after the kids go to bed.
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James Maloney went from unheralded signing to star play maker for the Warriors. He was a key member of the 2011 Grand Final side.
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The final episode for season 3 of Once A Warrior. Monty sits down with Wayde Egan, the newest member of the Warriors 100 game club.
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Addin Fonua-Blake reflects on his time at the Warriors. He was Dally M Prop of the year in 2023 and was a two-time winner of the Players Player award.
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It's Monty's turn to be in the guest chair. Talking to Laura McGoldrick about his journey from Warriors junior to first grade captain.
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Monty sits down with the Warriors 2024 Player of the Year - Mitch Barnett.
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Ivan Cleary lead the Warriors to finals football in four of his six seasons in charge. His farewell game would be the 2011 Grand Final.
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Monty catches up with former teammate Ivan Cleary to reminisce about the glory days of a Warriors side that reached the 2002 Grand Final.
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Ben Henry was one of the club's most promising juniors. Captaining the Under 20's side to titles in 2010 and 2011. Unfortunately, injuries would cut his career short.
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Adam Pompey came to the Warriors in 2019 looking for an opportunity, he is quickly approaching 100 games for the club.
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John Simon was an experienced campaigner who provided leadership to a young up and coming Warriors squad. He was named captain in just his second game for the club.
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Monty's guest in studio is forward Marata Niukore. A product of the Warriors under 20's side, his return to the club in 2023 coincided with a return to finals football.
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Wade McKinnon is among the best to wear the Warriors number 1 jersey. His scintillating line breaks are still remembered fondly by Warriors fans.
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Ian Robson was at the forefront of the Warriors entry into the NRL. Helping to reshape the sporting landscape in New Zealand.
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Albert Vete made the switch from 1st XV Rugby to the Warriors under 20's side. He graduated to first grade, playing 46 games.
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Fan favourite George Gatis has plenty of stories to share with Monty.
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Inspirational captain and two time Warriors Player of the Year, Tohu Harris is in studio with Monty.
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Monty chats with former teammate and fellow hooker Robbie Mears. Who was Warriors Player of the Year in 2000.
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With his tough carries and strong work ethic, Marcelo Montoya was a popular player for the Warriors.
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From the Covid years to the playoffs, Josh Curran experienced the full rollercoaster during his 5 years at the Warriors.
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There's plenty of banter when Monty is joined by former teammate Shontayne Hape.
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Bodene Thompson was a weapon on the right edge during his three years at the Warriors.
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Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad sits down with Monty to discuss his rugby league journey with the Warriors.
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A fan favourite famous for his charging runs from the back fence. Bunty Afoa has played his entire career in Warriors colours.
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Nathan Fien played over 100 games for the Warriors. He was a part of the 2008 side that went on a famous Finals run.
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One of the great characters and story tellers in NZ sport. Marc Ellis is on the set, providing plenty of laughs and insights.
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Joe Galuvao played 240 NRL Games and won 2 Premierships and his journey began at the Warriors.
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A member of the 2011 Grand Final side, Aaron Heremaia had to bide his time before shining in the Warriors jersey.
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One of highest profile signings in Warriors history. Sam Tomkins revisits the highs and lows of his time in New Zealand
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Jazz Tevaga has plenty of entertaining stories during his time at the Warriors.
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We are back with another season of Warriors legends. Kicking it off with a try scoring machine - DWZ
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We wrap up Season 2 with one of the greats.
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Vincent Anderson was a member of the Warriors side that made it to the 2003 Preliminary final. He played alongside brother Louis and was a formidable force on the field.
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Warriors CEO Cameron George joins Monty to talk about his journey with the club.
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Blake Ayshford spent 4 seasons at the Warriors and was a popular player at the club.
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Following in the footsteps of his uncle Tony, Evarn Tuimavave would play over 100 games for the Warriors. *** all episodes are also available on you tube ***
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Michael Witt had a brief but successful stay at the Warriors. Playing finals football in both his years. Witt scored one of the most famous tries in club history. **all episodes of Once A Warrior are also available on you tube**
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Monty talks with former Warriors coach and current General Manager of recruitment - Andrew McFadden. **All Episodes are also available on you tube**
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Monty sits down with goal kicking maestro and former Warriors centre Tony Martin. **All episodes are also available on you tube**
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A player Monty describes as one of the most complete footballers to put on the Warriors jersey - Jerome Ropati. **All episodes are also available on you tube**
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This week we hear from one the Warrior's great entertainers - Henry Fa'afili.
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Warriors Player of the Year in 2003 - Francis Meli is a true legend of the club.
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Jason Death was a cult hero at the Warriors during his 3 year stay at the club and was named Player of the year in 1999.
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This week's guest is Justin Murphy. A winger in the 2002 Grand Final side and arguably the fastest Warrior of all-time.
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Grant Rovelli was an integral part of a Warriors team that played in back to back finals series in 2007 and 2008.
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Kiwis legend Adam Blair talks about his time at the Warriors.
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Justin Morgan talks to Monty about his journey at the Warriors, as both a player and a coach.
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Sam Rapira played in ten finals games for the Warriors and is one of the legends of the club.
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Tony Kemp was an important part of rebuilding the Warriors club in the early 2000s as they ascended to title contenders.
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Tony Tuimavave was a part of history when he ran onto the field in March 1995 as a member of the Warriors first ever side. Tuimavave was one of a handful of local players to put on the Warriors jersey against the Broncos that night. He would remain with the club for a further 6 years.
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Feleti Mateo was an integral part of the 2011 Warriors side that defeated the Storm in a famous victory on their way to the 2011 Grand Final.
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