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"Is the ref in charge?" Merrick slams VAR

"Is the ref in charge?" Merrick slams VAR

Newcastle Jets coach Ernie Merrick has weighed into the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) debate, ridiculing the use of the technology after his side's 2-1 loss away to Wellington Phoenix on Sunday. 21 Oct 2018
Wellington Phoenix v Newcastle Jets Player Ratings

Wellington Phoenix v Newcastle Jets Player Ratings

It was messy but Mark Rudan is off to a winning start in his debut match as a manager of the Wellington Phoenix as they defeated last season's grand finalists Newcastle Jets 2-1. 21 Oct 2018
The baby Jets set to take off

The baby Jets set to take off

The Hunter region has long punched above its weight in producing top footballers. 20 Oct 2018
Merrick: I'm still not over the Grand Final!

Merrick: I'm still not over the Grand Final!

Newcastle coach Ernie Merrick admits he still hasn't watched last season's A-League Grand Final back but says the VAR had nothing to do with the Jets losing the game. 18 Oct 2018
Newcastle Jets reward unsung hero with upgraded contract

Newcastle Jets reward unsung hero with upgraded contract

Newcastle Jets have rewarded unsung hero Steven Ugarkovic with an upgraded and extended contract, which will see him remain at the club until the end of the 2020/21 A-League season. 8 Oct 2018
Merrick's Mr Versatility ready to make his mark

Merrick's Mr Versatility ready to make his mark

Versatile midfielder Matthew Ridenton has a new steely resolve since crossing the ditch to reunite with coach Ernie Merrick at Newcastle Jets. 18 Sep 2018
Revealed! The stat secrets of A-League success

Revealed! The stat secrets of A-League success

With the 14th edition of the A-League just a month away, it’s time to look at the stats and trends of the previous 13 seasons to determine who could be coming away with A-League Premiership glory. 11 Sep 2018
Newcastle Jets out to attack on Spanish tour

Newcastle Jets out to attack on Spanish tour

Newcastle Jets coach Ernie Merrick says his side won't be holding back playing defensive football in this week's Spanish tour where they'll take on La Liga opposition. 28 Jul 2018
Jets youngsters given chance to shine in China

Jets youngsters given chance to shine in China

Newcastle Jets will give their youngsters a chance to impress this week when they take part in the Free Trade Port Super Champions Cup in Haikoi, China. 2 Jul 2018
'I owe it all to Ernie...'

'I owe it all to Ernie...'

Socceroos striker Andrew Nabbout has hailed former mentor Ernie Merrick for turning his fortunes around and sending him on the way to the World Cup. 13 Jun 2018
Vargas extends Newcastle Jets stay

Vargas extends Newcastle Jets stay

Venezuelan international, Ronnie Vargas has extended his stay at Hunter, with the Newcastle Jets securing his services for a second season. 14 May 2018
Muscat: Don't underestimate the achievement

Muscat: Don't underestimate the achievement

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat said the bravery of overcoming a poor season start to clinch the A-League Grand Final shouldn't be underestimated. 6 May 2018
Merrick: 'I hope not to coach a team that plays like that'

Merrick: 'I hope not to coach a team that plays like that'

Newcastle Jets coach Ernie Merrick has delivered a stinging backhander to his former apprentice, Kevin Muscat, slating the style of football played by the Grand Final winners. 6 May 2018
Champness: "It's my job to repay Ernie"

Champness: "It's my job to repay Ernie"

Ahead of tomorrow night’s Grand Final against Melbourne Victory, Newcastle starlet Joe Champness says repaying the faith and trust of Jet’s coach Ernie Merrick will be his main job. 4 May 2018
Topor Stanley aiming to avoid being four-times the bridesmaid

Topor Stanley aiming to avoid being four-times the bridesmaid

After being on the losing end of three Grand Finals, Newcastle Jets defender Nikolai Topor-Stanley is looking to make his fourth decider the winner against Melbourne Victory on Saturday night. 3 May 2018
A-League Grand Final: Petratos' promise to Jets fans

A-League Grand Final: Petratos' promise to Jets fans

Newcastle star player Dimi Petratos has promised the Jets fans he will be playing his heart out for the Novacastrians when they take on Melbourne Victory in Saturday night’s A-League Grand Final. 1 May 2018

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