Cooper commits to Dragons

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Cooper commits to Dragons
13/05/2008 1:50:42 PM
Sportal

Tuesday has been a day to remember for Matt Cooper, who has re-signed with the Dragons and been named in New South Wales' State of Origin squad.

A veteran of 149 first-grade games since making his debut for St George Illawarra early in the 2000 season, 29-year-old Cooper knocked back offers from several other clubs in committing until the end of 2011 as he looks to retire as a one-club player.

"I have always said that I wanted to be a one-club man and this new contract supports my aim," said the regular Blues and Kangaroos centre, who will next year play under coaching doyen Wayne Bennett.

"The Dragons have been such a big part of my life for many years and I am very happy to continue my career at the club. I feel I still have a lot to offer the club and I see a very bright future here about which I am excited."

"It is a pretty big day for me. Being picked for Origin and knowing that I am staying at the Dragons … I couldn't be happier."

St George Illawarra chief executive Peter Doust said the club is delighted the Shellharbour Sharks junior will remain on board until well into his 30s.

"Matt is an exceptional player and has been a high quality example of what the Dragons system can produce," Doust said.

"Matt is a popular player among the team, members, partners and supporters so it is great news for everyone that he has elected to stay for a further three years."

source: http://sportal.com.au/league-news-display/cooper-commits-to-dragons-48335

looks like cooper isnt the big name back that we are supposedly signing

 

[Pomeroy#3]

So much for all but signed

 

[scott17]

yeah i thought the same thing when i saw that today

 

[Pomeroy#3]

yer obviously GW was mis-informed

 

[kiwishark]

Not a great loss im glad we didn't fork out for Cooper!!!!!!!!!!

 

[brad]

where should our focus for an outside back go now?

 

[brently]

i got so excited, i thought it might have been our cooper! i've got no idea; really wish we were able to lure webster when he went to the tits. of course, that was before we had a coach under whom players were keen to play.

 

[Super Impose]

The Dragons have a million bucks tied up in their centres and that is their problem.I dont think Cooper was on Ricky,s shopping list.We do need an outside back at the right price who can preferably kick goals.

 

[fancyman]

i reckon the so called big name is barret,
they said it was 2 weeks after tupoo, and tomorrow would be about 2weeks

 

[snapper]

hello trent B

 

[Great White]

Can win them all Pomeroy, I only let you guys know what I do know.

I can confirm Barrett for 2009 is a shark.

 

[Pomeroy#3]

Can win them all Pomeroy, I only let you guys know what I do know.

I can confirm Barrett for 2009 is a shark.

I wasn't having a shot at you GW. I was just saying the person who told you that mis-informed you, I was actually in a way defending you making that call cos it was incorrect. No hard feelings.:cheers I understand that you tell us what you have heard.

 

[Great White]

Basically there was a deal agreed to, but he wanted to think it over, obviously went back to the dragons I suppose, and got them to sweeten it, who knows, but he was a serious chance of coming.

 

[Great White]

I didn't take it personally mate, all good. My source is good, Cooper just chose to stay where he was, just goes to show, they are not over the line till actually signed.

 

[scott17]

but by re-signing with them just proved how gay he really is

 

[Great White]

Easy road there, this year anyways. Next year, would be pretty good to be under Bennett though.

 

[vicsharkfan]

Easy road there, this year anyways. Next year, would be pretty good to be under Bennett though.

ok gw that is one that we didn't get........
can u tease me/us with anyone that there talking about other than barret that may be in our colours next season??

are u aware of when they plan to give filiga a chance or is everyone just pumping up his tyres and do you think he will be the golden goose that we are looking for ???

 

[bort]

are u aware of when they plan to give filiga a chance or is everyone just pumping up his tyres and do you think he will be the golden goose that we are looking for ???

atm sounds likes hes golden and the sharks are the goose

 

[Inferno]

Crap I was hoping it was Dustin Cooper.

 

[Shark Crazy]

Yeah I thought the same thing when i read the title. Cant say i'm that concerned by this, he's a defensive centre anyways, not exactley what we need.