Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns

#88 | Steve 'Blocker' Roach | Origin Battles, Unwritten Rules & Balmain's Greatest Run

May 31, 2026·55 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Steve 'Blocker' Roach is one of Rugby League's true characters — a champion Tiger, a State of Origin warrior, and a fan favourite on The Footy Show couch. Blocker sits down for a brilliant yarn covering his playing days, some classic dressing room stories, and the moments that had Australia in stitches every Thursday night. Subscribe, Watch, and FollowCatch the full episode on YouTube and stay updated by following us on social media:Linktree: Backstage with Cooper & Matty Contact UsFor any enquiries, email us at:contact@johnsmedia.com.au 0:00-Steven ‘Blocka’ Roach 4:00-Origin Experience  9:30-Fighting in Rugby League 15:00-Tallis Story 17:00-Teammates & Coaches 23:00-Balmain Mid 80’s 32:00-1989 GF 42:00-Retirement 46:00-The Footy Show 53:00-Lone SurvivorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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