# Sydney Roosters club developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sydney-roosters-club-developments
> Updated: 2026-09-30T01:45:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Sydney Roosters have seen success through their academy program, which was established in 2021. A group of players including Siua Wong, Robert Toia, Salesi Foketi, and Benaiah Ioelu have progressed through the academy to play key roles as the club enters its semi-finals campaign.

In addition to player development, the club’s community and fan base have been highlighted. Long-term supporters have demonstrated their devotion, including a lifelong fan who received a patch of turf from the Sydney Cricket Ground and a long-time ticketed member known for using a specific banner to express optimism for the team’s success.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Sydney Roosters fans highlighted for long-term club devotion

Sydney Roosters superfans Thomas Hayes and Wayne Leong are recognized for their devotion, involving a piece of SCG turf and a long-standing humorous match-day banner.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sydney-roosters-fans-highlighted-for-long-term-club-devotion

### 2026-09-11: Sydney Roosters academy produces multiple NRL stars

The Sydney Roosters' academy, established in 2021, is yielding significant NRL talent, with several homegrown graduates playing key roles in the club's current semi-finals campaign.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sydney-roosters-academy-produces-multiple-nrl-stars

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Cite as: Sydney Roosters club developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sydney-roosters-club-developments