Barry Toohey

Newcastle

Sports Reporter at Newcastle Herald

Newcastle Herald columnist and podcaster formerly with the Scone Advocate, Daily and Sunday Tele and Newcastle Sunday.

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Toohey's News: Dom Young coming back to the Knights? Officials are watching him closely

2 weeks ago | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

Dom Young's agent has hosed down speculation the Sydney Roosters winger wants to bail out of Bondi and re-join the Newcastle Knights after he was dumped from the NRL top grade more than a week ago.
How Dylan Brown's $1.3M deal impacts Knights roster: Barry Toohey

2 months ago | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

English utility Will Pryce is poised to become a sacrificial lamb following the signing of Dylan Brown on a mega 10-year deal as the Knights now look to prioritise the signing of a new front-rower and outside back for next season. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Toohey's News: The Knights want to pay Dylan $1.3 per season. Here's why it's worth it

2 months ago | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

While questions surrounding Dylan Brown's halfback credentials and his ability to direct a team around the park as a chief play-maker deserve scrutiny, suggestions the Knights' salary cap would be thrown out of whack and take a massive hit if he accepts a mooted $1.3 million-a-season offer don't add up.
Toohey's News: Meet the next wave of the mullet crew; why Brailey won't bail on Knights

2 months ago | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

He's the kid with the monster mullet that has set tongues wagging in the Knights camp. And we're not talking about the club's man-of-the-moment Fletcher Sharpe.
Toohey's News: Mullen's contract stoush; Knights' Gamble on No. 7

2 months ago | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

Tyson Gamble has all but ended the debate over who will wear the No. 7 in the Knights' NRL season-opener against the Wests Tigers in just over a fortnight.
Toohey's News: Knights eyeing Dylan Brown amid Leo Thompson woes

Feb 12, 2025 | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

Dylan Brown has met with the Knights. Picture by Jonathan CarrollCould the Knights' failure to re-sign Kiwi Test prop Leo Thompson during the off-season inadvertently help land the club an even bigger fish?
Toohey's news: How does O'Brien take the Knights to the next level?

Sep 18, 2024 | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

Adam O'Brien insists Newcastle can challenge for a title in the next few seasons. Picture by Simone De PeakAdam O'Brien can still attract a critic or two but his record as an NRL coach now speaks for itself. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Toohey's news: personal challenge sets Ponga alight ahead of finals

Sep 11, 2024 | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

Kalyn Ponga has been far more hands-on in recent weeks which has resulted in three wins on the trot for the Knights. Picture by Simone De PeakA candid chat with attack coach Blake Green less than a month ago as the Knights threatened to bomb out of the finals race has been the catalyst for Kalyn Ponga's brilliant surge of form that has his side daring to dream ahead of Saturday night's showdown with the Cowboys in Townsville. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Barry Toohey: the Newcastle Knights forwards in the firing line

Sep 4, 2024 | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

Brodie Jones is off contract and may be one of a few Knights forwards not at the club next season. Picture by Jonathan CarrollUtility forward Brodie Jones has been sounded out by the Dolphins as the off-contract Cessnock Goannas junior faces the prospect of being squeezed out by the Knights because the club is top heavy with middle forwards. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
TOOHEY'S NEWS: Knights prepare for crucial roster calls

Aug 28, 2024 | newcastleherald.com.au | Barry Toohey

Knights recruitment boss Peter O'Sullivan has some big decisions to make in Newcastle after joining the club from the Dolphins. Picture AAPNewcastle recruitment boss Peter O'Sullivan is widely regarded as one of the best recruiters and roster managers in the business. Subscribe now for unlimited access.

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Barry Toohey @BarryToohey

12 May 25

Won’t happen Roy

Roy Abla @AblaRoy

@BarryToohey Hey baz! I feel Hastings is leaving no more option for aob to call him back into the side, might not be others same opinion but I feel sharpe will be more suited on the wing to replace marzhew. His ability under the high ball and speed will be beneficial. Your thoughts?

Barry Toohey @BarryToohey

12 May 25

Not sure how a player who played off the bench in Cup last weekend who wasn’t used who was originally chosen as 18th man jumps straight into the top grade on the wing the following week Aaron