Kearney: Warriors win means a lot

Sydney: Warriors coach Stephen Kearney couldn’t have been prouder of his team after a sensational 18-0 win over the Dragons at Central Coast Stadium on Saturday.

The win was unexpected, given how poorly the Warriors played before the NRL season was suspended and also the tough circumstances the players have had to endure, being away from their families.

Yet despite all of this, the Warriors put out an outstanding performance that signalled the sacrifices have been worthwhile.

“It didn’t stop today, Peta

(Hiku) came off after half an hour and we had to put (back up hooker) Karl (Lawton) out in the centres.

“Not only to the group, but the families back home and we’ve got a footy club that’s still operating.