The Dragons have a ‘true home’ at last. Dean Young knows it doesn’t guarantee success
St George Illawarra Dragons have officially opened their new training facility, the Bruce Gordon Centre, in North Wollongong. While the state-of-the-art facility is a significant milestone for the club, caretaker coach Dean Young emphasizes that it does not guarantee on-field success. The Dragons are currently struggling at the bottom of the NRL ladder, having not won a game this season.
- ▪The Bruce Gordon Centre is a $65 million facility that serves as the Dragons' new headquarters.
- ▪Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the opening ceremony along with club legends.
- ▪Despite the new facility, the Dragons are still seeking their first win of the season and are at risk of finishing last in the league.
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