Breaking News: Canberra Raiders Rookie Star Roars, and Unleashes a New Era in the Capital…..
In a performance that’s sent shockwaves through the NRL, Canberra Raiders rookie sensation **Ethan Sanders** has announced his arrival with a commanding debut that could mark the beginning of a new chapter for the Green Machine.
Thrown into the spotlight amid an injury crisis, Sanders didn’t just survive—he thrived. With ice in his veins, the 20-year-old halfback orchestrated a last-gasp 26–24 victory over the Sydney Roosters, leading a fearless group of emerging stars in what felt like more than just a regular season win—it felt like a **changing of the guard**.
But Sanders wasn’t alone. Fellow rookie Owen Pattie unleashed a clutch 40/20 that flipped momentum late in the game, while fullback Kaeo Weekes continues to dazzle with pace, vision, and an instinct for the big moment.
With veterans moving on and Canberra in a period of transition, this fresh wave of talent is doing more than holding the fort—they’re pushing the Raiders into premiership contention, now sitting firmly in the top two
The message is clear: the next generation has arrived—and they’re not waiting their turn. They’retaking it.
