'I owe Storm': Papenhuyzen keen to make up for absences Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen has revealed why he was so keen to get back to NRL action and insists there is a lot of improvement in his game to come. AAP · Jun 27, 2024
Bellamy's stunning Storm reveal on Papenhuyzen return Melboune coach Craig Bellamy says he considered picking Ryan Papenhuyzen in the Queensland Cup this week before his return in the 30-24 win over the Dolphins. AAP · Jun 21, 2024
Dolphins hunt second big scalp in Storm blockbuster Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says Tevita Pangai is a game-breaker but isn't expecting miracles against the Storm in his first match of the season. AAP · Jun 20, 2024
Big names return in NRL as injured Manly duo back up Manly have managed to name a NRL team with just one debutant despite missing 13 players, while several big names are set to return for other clubs. AAP · Jun 18, 2024
Storm rookie No.1 Sua thrives on Slater's magic dust Melbourne young gun Sua Fa'alogo is set for an extended stint at fullback and club legend Billy Slater has been integral to his development. AAP · May 10, 2024
Storm's Sua ready for Sharks aerial assault: Bellamy Melbourne are expecting crafty Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes to use his kicking game to put pressure on Sua Fa'alogo in his first NRL start at fullback. AAP · May 10, 2024
Storm skipper Grant expects speedster Fa'alogo to shine Harry Grant says young gun Sua Fa'alogo has worked hard learning from Billy Slater and Ryan Papenhuyzen to be ready for his first Storm start at fullback. AAP · May 8, 2024
Hughes wants to stay at Storm, refutes move to Titans Melbourne half Jahrome Hughes says he intends to stay at the Storm for the rest of his career and win more titles, refuting any mooted move to Gold Coast. AAP · May 8, 2024
Hughes felt calf 'pop' as Storm injuries mount Injured Melbourne No.1 Ryan Papenhuyzen is set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines, while half Jahrome Hughes is also in doubt for Storm's Cronulla showdown. AAP · May 4, 2024
Papenhuyzen out for 'four-to-six weeks' with fracture Star Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen will be out for up to six weeks with a lower-leg fracture sustained as his side hung on to beat Gold Coast 22-20 at Robina. AAP · May 4, 2024
Tedesco dodges ban for tripping Papenhuyzen James Tedesco has been fined for tripping Ryan Papenhuyzen but will be free for next week's traditional Anzac Day game against St George Illawarra. AAP · Apr 19, 2024
Maguire coy on NSW Origin halves but praises Paps NSW State of Origin coach Michael Maguire says players at struggling NRL teams can be in contention, while he's impressed by the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen. AAP · Apr 16, 2024
Bulldogs denied by Storm despite Addo-Carr hat-trick Former Storm favourite Josh Addo-Carr has bagged a hat-trick but it wasn't enough for Canterbury to leave Melbourne with a victory, falling 16-14. AAP · Apr 12, 2024
Storm football boss reveals key to Papenhuyzen comeback Ryan Papenhuyzen is back to his brilliant best after an injury-ravaged three years, with the Storm fullback's return down to more than physical prowess. AAP · Apr 2, 2024
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AAP · Mar 24, 2024 Knights' Thompson gets a week, Aloiai not charged Leo Thompson has received a ban for tackling Ryan Papenhuyzen in air but Josh Aloiai won't be sanctioned for losing his cool late in Manly's loss to Parramatta.
AAP · Mar 24, 2024 O'Brien coy on Knights' halves after beating Storm In their first game since dropping halfback Jackson Hastings, Newcastle have overcome a short-handed Melbourne for their first win of the NRL season.
AAP · Mar 16, 2024 Bellamy says Coates trained for his glorious aerial try Craig Bellamy says Xavier Coates is one of the hardest Storm trainers and practices scoring aerial tries like the one that sealed their Warriors win.
AAP · Mar 16, 2024 Miracle try from Storm's Coates steals Warriors win Xavier Coates has scored an incredible try in the dying seconds to steal NRL victory for Melbourne over the Warriors, 30-26.
AAP · Mar 7, 2024 Versatile Meaney can handle Storm centres: Bellamy Craig Bellamy is confident Nick Meaney will handle his shift from fullback to the centres, as the Storm star prepares to test himself against Penrith.
AAP · Feb 29, 2024 Penrith on precipice of greatness in Australian sport Penrith have several challengers standing between them and an NRL four-peat, but another title this year would break records in 21st-century Australian sport.
AAP · Feb 29, 2024 Sua Fa'alogo re-signs with Storm until 2028 Melbourne excitement machine Sua Fa'alogo has extended his stay at Storm until the end of 2028 where the 20-year-old will complement No.1 Ryan Papenhuyzen.
AAP · Feb 24, 2024 Melbourne thrash poor Knights outfit in Fiji NRL trial The Melbourne Storm have tuned up for the start of the NRL season with a 28-10 win against Newcastle in Fiji on Saturday afternoon.
AAP · Feb 15, 2024 Papenhuyzen's $40,000 outlay paying immediate dividends Ryan Papenhuyzen paid $40,000 out of his own pocket to travel to the USA for rehab in the off-season, and the Melbourne No.1 says it was money well spent.
AAP · Feb 15, 2024 Papenhuyzen scores on return as Storm lose to Bulldogs Melbourne have lost their pre-season trial 24-12 to Canterbury, but Ryan Papenhuyzen's electric speed was back with a try in his return from a dislocated ankle.