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Episode Summary:

The pressure is on the Warriors.

After going down in Week 1 of the finals, they return home for a sudden-death clash with Newcastle in front of more than 40,000 fans at Eden Park. Will the home crowd lift them, or does the weight of expectation become their biggest challenge?

We also look at whether the Roosters can finally snap their five-game losing run against Cronulla, whether the Sharks or Knights can make a genuine run through September, and review the 2026 seasons of the Raiders, Storm and Sea Eagles.

Ian Hawkins and Steve Cato break it all down on Sport Is Life.

What do you reckon: is playing at home an advantage for the Warriors this week, or does it add even more pressure?

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About the Host:

Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.

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