The Dragons Den

For the final episode of the year we welcome back CEO of the St George Illawarra Dragons, Tim Watsford and NRL Head Coach Shane Flanagan.
The 2024 season wrapped so we take a look back at the year that was. With November 1 fast approaching, recruitment is top of the list for the future success of The Dragons. Its clear the club has a focus on rebuilding back to a finals playing footy team. Through pathways, recruitment and coaching, 2026 promises to be a big year. And it all starts n Vegas.
The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan
Executive Producer Jaben Ryan
Audio and Production - Sam Wickens
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This week into the Dragons Den we welcome a rising star on The Red V roster, Hayden Buchanan.
Hayden got his NRL debut in round 23 against the Sharks in front of a packed Netstrata. With family and friends filling the hill, he speaks on what its like to fulfill his NRL dream.
One of the many stars to come out of the Gerringong Loins, we speak about his love for his junior club and what its like to line up along side the likes of Dylan Egan and Hamish Stewart at NRL level.
A big future, a great guy and we can't wait to see him thrive in 2026!!
The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan
Executive Producer Jaben Ryan
Audio and Production - Sam Wickens
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This week into the Dragons Den we welcome Dragons NRLW Female Football Manager Sam Bremner.
Sammy has done it all. From representing Australia, captaining the Dragons, juggling footy with motherhood, and now she’s steering the future of women’s rugby league. This week on the Dragons Den we chat with Sammy about the future of the Dragons NRLW, pathways, and how our Red V woman can work their way to a premiership.
The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan
Executive Producer Jaben Ryan
Audio and Production - Sam Wickens
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A 250 game legend of The Red V Jack de Belin joins The Dragons Den this week.
Jack has played his heart out for this club, and its something we are very grateful for. In this chat you will hear everything from being selected for his first grade debut, winning state of origin to his stint at halfback (believe it or not) and all of his favorite memories of his time at the Dragons.
As we prepare to farewell the guy we call "Bomber", enjoy this chat and lets all celebrate everything he has achieved.
The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan
Executive Producer Jaben Ryan
Audio and Production - Sam Wickens
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An exciting one this week. We chat to our newly appointed Head of Recruitment and Pathways Daniel Anderson.
Daniel Anderson has had a huge impact on the careers of many of your favorite NRL stars. Which has had an even bigger impact of the ongoing success of multiple clubs. From Maths teacher to one of the most sought after names in the sport, Ando's story is amazing. His plans for the Red V are big and in this episode we get it all.
The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan
Executive Producer Jaben Ryan
Audio and Production - Sam Wickens
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.