Chad Townsend
Chad Townsend is a professional rugby league player who has made a name for himself as a skilled halfback, previously playing for teams like the Cronulla Sharks and the North Queensland Cowboys. He joined the Sydney Roosters for the 2025 season, bringing his leadership and experience to the team amid a rebuilding phase. Townsend's communication skills and tactical understanding of the game are highly regarded, making him a valuable asset as the Roosters look to strengthen their squad.
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Chad Townsend helped end Cronulla’s long premiership drought in 2016.
After years of finals failures, league fans have given up on the Cronulla Sharks. They shouldn’t
Australia· 2025-08-31
Chad Townsend was also part of the golf trip where the allegations against Smith arose.
Behind the wall and into the storm that will decide the Roosters’ seasonAustralia· 2025-08-27
Chad Townsend's elevation over Smith against the Sharks was described as a 'head scratcher' by Andrew Johns.
Walters’ rise to Kangaroos role imminent; Roosters mixed injury newsAustralia· 2025-07-20
Chad Townsend has been playing really good footy in NSW Cup and is being recalled by Robinson.
Why Sydney Roosters mentor Trent Robinson recalled 34-year-old ‘coach’ Chad Townsend as he searches for the club’s soulAustralia· 2025-07-17
Veteran Chad Townsend has been recalled, after Hugo Savala suffered an injury, for his first game since round five.
Reece Walsh stars as Brisbane Broncos keep top four hopes alive by beating Gold Coast TitansAustralia· 2025-07-15
Previously, two other members of Cronulla’s premiership team, Paul Gallen and Chad Townsend, had a public falling-out – but they have since made up.
James Maloney slams Shane Flanagan’s coaching in 2016 NRL premiership winAustralia· 2025-05-17
Chad Townsend was also released by Todd Payten at the end of the last season.
North Queensland Cowboys coach Todd Payten’s journey into the pressure cooker of coachingAustralia· 2025-04-19
Chad Townsend is an experienced halfback for the Roosters who has been trying hard this season.
Hugo Savala and the road to Sydney RoostersAustralia· 2025-04-18
Chad Townsend was only ever bought as a stop-gap halfback.
Walker sets record straight on his return and why he’s excited by potential DCE unionAustralia· 2025-04-10
Chad Townsend has had a rough start to life at the Roosters.
Chad Townsend, Dominic Young may pay price for Roosters’ unhappy start to seasonAustralia· 2025-04-07
Chad Townsend's kick offered momentum for the Roosters.
Warriors v Roosters: NZ Warriors beat Sydney Roosters to break seven-year drought
New Zealand· 2025-03-21
Chad Townsend launched eight bombs at Commbank Stadium, contributing to the game strategy.
Penrith Panthers weakness again exposed by rival club, this time Sydney RoostersAustralia· 2025-03-17
Chad Townsend is an ageing player signed by the Sydney Roosters as a stop-gap option.
Sydney Roosters love Trent Robinson. Until they don’tAustralia· 2025-03-02
Chad Townsend is mentioned as part of the Roosters' spine.
Andrew Johns on why the Cronulla Sharks can upset Penrith Panthers and Reece Walsh can win the Dally MAustralia· 2025-02-26
Chad Townsend has gone from back-up drummer to the Roosters’ frontman.
The Sydney Roosters have been decimated. Can journeyman half Chad Townsend and youngster Sandon Smith lead them to glory?Australia· 2025-02-13
Tedesco hailed the leadership and communication of veteran half Chad Townsend.
The Roosters have lost $6m and 1200 games of star power. But don’t tell Teddy they’re rebuildingAustralia· 2025-02-10
