Former NRL star and current Warrington Wolves head coach, Sam Burgess, has set his sights on a groundbreaking opportunity: a Super League game in Las Vegas. Amid swirling rumors of potential matchups and the NRL’s ventures in America, Burgess openly expressed the club’s enthusiasm for taking their game “on the road.”
With over a decade of NRL experience, Burgess is no stranger to the international stage, having donned the colors of South Sydney Rabbitohs. Now, he sees an opportunity for Warrington Wolves to make a mark overseas, potentially facing off against Wigan Warriors in the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas.
Super League officials, including chief Rhodri Jones, have hinted at the possibility of British teams joining the fray in events like those held in Vegas. Burgess sees this as a chance not only to expand the club’s brand but also to showcase the talent and competitiveness of Super League on a global platform.
The excitement doesn’t stop with Burgess; the club, too, is eager to seize this opportunity for exposure and growth. As reigning Super League champions, Warrington Wolves are no strangers to success, and they’re ready to take on new challenges, even if it means crossing continents.
While nothing is set in stone yet, Burgess remains optimistic. He’s already reached out to key figures in the NRL, expressing Warrington’s keen interest in participating. For him, it’s not just about the game; it’s about proper marketing and presentation, ensuring that the event captures the imagination of fans both in America and back home.
Burgess’s vision extends beyond just one game; he sees this as part of a larger strategy to elevate the profile of Super League and its players. By tapping into the American market, he believes the sport can attract new audiences and cement its status as a global powerhouse. And with the NRL’s investment in expanding its reach, the timing couldn’t be better for Super League to make its mark in the land of opportunity.
