The St George Illawarra Dragons will host traditional rivals the South Sydney Rabbitohs at the SCG on Sunday, March 20.
The fixture will be recognising and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1966 Premiership - the last in the world record run of 11 Premierships between 1956-1966.
This will be the only game of rugby league at the historic venue in 2016.
Gates Open: 1.30pm
NYC: 1.45pm
NRL: 4.00pm
Key Match Day Elements
Dragons History Walk
The Dragons will have a “History Walk” activation with different pieces of memorabilia celebrating the historic 11 Premiership wins between 1956-66 at the Victor Trumper Concourse.
Location: Level 1, Victor Trumper Concourse
Time: 1.30pm-5.00pm
Items of interest featured will include:
- 1964 Grand Final Rugby League News Edition
A Rugby League News Edition Magazine from the 1964 Grand Final where the Dragons won 1 of the 11 straight Premierships - 1965 Team Photo
A Signed and framed team photo of the 1965 Premiership winning team. - 1966 Annual Presentation Dinner Program
A copy of the Annual Presentation Dinner Program from 1966 Signed by the Premiership winning team and Framed - Complete set of 11 straight team photos:
A framed photo of each of the 11 straight Premiership winning teams.
Ticketing & Member Access
The following Red V Memberships include entry to the match:
- Platinum
- All In
- Dragons Dozen
- Metro Plus
- Kogarah Upgrade
- Wollongong Upgrade
Red V Six Game Flexi Members can also scan their card for entry at this match.
Red V True Believers and Red V Interstate True Believers can access this match if they have redeemed their tickets.
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Red V Gold, Silver and Bronze category Members who have registered to move from the Bill O’Reilly Stand to the Brewongle Stand for this match should refer to an email from Red V for details and instructions.
Red V Members wishing to buy tickets/additional tickets can access a Member Discount on pre-purchased tickets.
Please check your emails for the code to access the discount. Discount expires midnight 19 March 2016.
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Haven’t Got Your Membership Card Yet?
No problems! Simply click here to register your details by midday Friday 18 March and we will email you an ezy ticket or mobile ticket so you can access the match.
Collect Your Member Benefit Item
If you’re a ticketed Member and would like to collect your chosen benefit item (cap, seat cushion, gloves or kids pack) please present your redemption voucher (found on your welcome letter that comes with your membership card) at the Membership Hut on the Victor Trumper Stand Concourse – inside Gate E.
Please note that benefit items cannot be collected without a redemption voucher.
The Red V Membership Hut on the Victor Trumper Stand Concourse will be open from 1.30pm until full time.
Find Your Name On The Member Wall
Head to the Bill O’Reilly Tunnel (Level 1) to find your name on the 2016 Red V Member Wall!
Game Day Member Enquiries
Should you have a membership enquiry on game day, please see membership staff at one of the following locations:
- Red V Tent, on Driver Avenue, Opposite Gate E, 1.00pm – 4.00pm
- Membership window at the Round House Box Office, next to Gate E, 1.00pm – 4.15pm
- Red V Tent, inside Gate E, 1.30pm – after half time
- Membership hut on the Victor Trumper Stand Concourse, 1.30 – 6.00pm
- Member Enquiry Point on the Bill O’Reilly Stand Concourse, 1.30pm – after half time
Transport Information
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Food Discount
The SCG is offering a 20% discount at selected food outlets from gates open until 30 minutes prior to kick-off.
Bringing a Banner?
If you are bringing a large flag or banner to the game, please click here to register by 5.00pm Thursday, March 17.
This will register your banner or flag for the 2016 season and help you avoid unnecessary delays at the entry gates.
Heritage Jersey
The Dragons will commemorate the occasion by wearing a special Heritage Jersey recognising the 11-straight Premierships and players involved.
The St George Dragons had 85 players involved throughout their 11-straight Premiership-winning seasons between 1956-1966.
Each player played their role in contributing towards the 1,039 tries, 996 goals and 5,109 points scored overall.
Of this number, 42 players took part in at least one Grand Finals and their contributions are proudly recognised on the Club’s special Heritage Jersey to be worn against the South Sydney Rabbitohs at the SCG on Sunday.
Auction
The Dragons player-worn Heritage Jerseys will be available for auction via the official website (www.dragons.com.au) between Thursday, March 17-Thursday, March 24.
