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Merrick: Our attack was not up to scratch

Merrick: Our attack was not up to scratch

Ernie Merrick believes a lack of goal-scoring power and a combination of injuries led to his sacking at Newcastle Jets. 10 Jan 2020
'It's not easy telling your mate he hasn't got a job': McKinna opens up on Merrick sacking

'It's not easy telling your mate he hasn't got a job': McKinna opens up on Merrick sacking

Newcastle Jets CEO Lawrie McKinna insists the Jets can still make the finals following the sacking of head coach Ernie Merrick. 7 Jan 2020
Eriksson among applicants for Jets job

Eriksson among applicants for Jets job

Sven-Goran Eriksson is among the coaches whose CVs have been sent to Newcastle chief executive Lawrie McKinna as the Jets seek Ernie Merrick's replacement. 7 Jan 2020
Jets continue attacker hunt

Jets continue attacker hunt

Newcastle CEO Lawrie McKinna says the Jets are still looking to bolster their attacking output after the injury of star Irish import Wes Hoolahan. 25 Oct 2019
Panamanian World Cup star to debut for Jets in derby

Panamanian World Cup star to debut for Jets in derby

Newcastle coach Ernick Merrick is hoping to see rivals Central Coast overcome the odds and push for the A-League finals this season. 18 Oct 2019
Scottish connection sealed Newcastle for Burns

Scottish connection sealed Newcastle for Burns

Bobby Burns has revealed how Newcastle's Scottish connection, and a few former A-League players, helped seal his loan move to the Jets. 17 Oct 2019
Jets hit back in row over Millar signing

Jets hit back in row over Millar signing

Newcastle Jets CEO Lawrie McKinna has defended the club's controversial signing of NPL to A-League revelation, Matthew Millar. 1 Feb 2019
Jets boss to fans: Don't quit on us now

Jets boss to fans: Don't quit on us now

Newcastle Jets boss Lawrie McKinna has begged fans to call off a boycott of their F3 clash with Central Coast Mariners tomorrow night. 22 Jan 2019
The Once and Future Mariners

The Once and Future Mariners

Who’d be a Mariners fan these days? More than a year since we had a win and looking less likely every week. 5 Jan 2019
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
The Extra Mile - McKinna on Jedinak

The Extra Mile - McKinna on Jedinak

Lawrie McKinna was the coach who gave Mile Jedinak his first big chance in professional football. The following is an extract from Lawrie's biography (published in 2016) in which he discusses Mile's development and impact on the Mariners before going overseas... 1 Oct 2018
Newcastle unveil new jet black kit

Newcastle unveil new jet black kit

Newcastle Jets today unveiled their new kits for next season with some subtle changes to the royal blue uniform. 20 Sep 2018
Lawrie McKinna: "It's just what we do"

Lawrie McKinna: "It's just what we do"

Newcastle Jets CEO Lawrie McKinna will be speaking at the Women in Sport Summit next month about what he has done with the W-League side at the club. 31 Jul 2018
Newcastle Jets remain hopeful of new McGree deal

Newcastle Jets remain hopeful of new McGree deal

Newcastle Jets remain in negotiations with 2017/18 loan star Riley McGree about extending his stay at the Hunter club. 7 Jun 2018
Newcastle Jets to face La Liga trio in Spanish pre-season tour

Newcastle Jets to face La Liga trio in Spanish pre-season tour

Newcastle Jets will face three La Liga clubs in Spain in late July and early August as part of their pre-season plans for the 2018/19 season. 5 Jun 2018
Merrick: “I can’t buy myself a cup of coffee or a beer”

Merrick: “I can’t buy myself a cup of coffee or a beer”

Jets coach Ernie Merrick has been in three A-League Grand Finals but says Saturday’s decider against his former club Melbourne Victory feels different due to the passionate Newcastle support. 3 May 2018

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