Gold Coast Titans facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Club information
Full name	Gold Coast Titans
Nickname(s)	Titans
Short name	GLD
Website	titans.com.au
Colours	Light blue      Gold      White      Navy
Founded	27 April 2005; 20 years ago (2005-04-27)
Current details
Ground(s)	Robina Stadium (27,690)
CEO	Steve Mitchell
Coach	Des Hasler
Captain	Tino Fa'asuamaleaui
Competition	National Rugby League
2024 season	14th
Uniforms
Home colours Away colours
Records
Premierships	None
Runners-up	None
Minor premiership	None
Wooden spoons	2 (2011, 2019)
Most capped	173 - Mark Minichiello
Highest points scorer	719 - Scott Prince

The Gold Coast Titans are a professional rugby league team from the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. They play in the National Rugby League (NRL) premiership, which is Australia's top rugby league competition. Since 2008, the Titans have played their home games at Robina Stadium in Robina. The team joined the NRL in 2007.

The Gold Coast Titans were the first major sports team from the Gold Coast area since the Gold Coast Chargers, which played from 1988 to 1998.

Team History: How the Titans Began

Starting a New Team

The idea of a Gold Coast team returning to the National Rugby League started after the Australian Rugby League removed the Gold Coast Chargers from the competition in 1998. The ARL wanted another big team in Brisbane.

In 1999, Michael Searle, a former Chargers player, formed a group to bring a team back to the Gold Coast. This group, called "The Gold Coast Consortium," worked hard to convince the NRL to expand and include the Gold Coast. They organized trial matches on the Gold Coast, and many fans showed up, proving how popular rugby league was in the area.

In 2004, the NRL first said no to the Gold Coast team. The team was initially going to be called the Gold Coast Dolphins. However, another team, the Redcliffe Dolphins, threatened legal action if the Gold Coast used that name. The NRL also worried about the Gold Coast's home ground, Carrara Stadium, which was an oval and only held 16,000 people.

Even though their bid was rejected, the group kept pushing for a team to join in 2007. The Queensland Government helped a lot by promising A$100 million for a new 25,000-seat rectangular stadium in Robina. This new stadium, though not ready until 2008, convinced the NRL. On May 27, 2005, the NRL announced that the Gold Coast team would be the 16th team in the 2007 NRL season.

After being accepted, the Titans quickly signed players. They brought in Sydney Roosters assistant coach John Cartwright as their first head coach. They also signed well-known players like Dally M Medal winner Preston Campbell, Queensland and Australian star Scott Prince, and former rugby union player Mat Rogers.

First Seasons: 2007–2008

This chart shows how the Gold Coast Titans finished each season in the NRL.

In February 2007, the Titans played their first trial game against the Melbourne Storm. They lost that game but won their next two pre-season trials against the Parramatta Eels and Penrith Panthers. These wins showed good signs for their first official season.

The Titans played their first official NRL match on March 18, 2007, against the St. George Illawarra Dragons. The game was moved to Lang Park in Brisbane because so many fans wanted to see the new team. Over 42,000 people watched the Titans lose a close game 20–18. A week later, they got their first official win, beating the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks 18–16 at home.

The Titans had a mixed first season. They won four of their first ten games. Then, they had a great five-week period with four wins and a bye, putting them in the top four teams. However, they then lost five games in a row, including a big 56–10 loss to the Canberra Raiders. They finished their first season in 12th place with 10 wins and 14 losses.

Even with an older stadium, the Titans had the second-highest average attendance in the NRL in 2007. At the end of the year, Luke Bailey and Anthony Laffranchi won the club's first Paul Broughton Medal for best player.

The 2008 NRL season was the Titans' second year. They signed Queensland representative Ashley Harrison. The Titans played their first game at their new home, Robina Stadium, against the North Queensland Cowboys. They won 36–18, and rookie Jordan Atkins scored four tries in his first game, which was a rare achievement.

The team reached the top of the NRL ladder for the first time after Round 6 and stayed there until Round 11. Their halfback, Scott Prince, played so well that he was chosen for State of Origin. However, he broke his arm in Game 3, which ended his season. After this, the Titans lost four games in a row and finished 13th.

First Finals Appearances: 2009–2010

For the 2009 season, the Titans signed new players like Sam Tagataese and William Zillman. They started the season well, sitting near the top of the ladder after six rounds. Many young players from the Titans' junior team also made their debut in the NRL.

The 2009 season was the club's most successful so far. They finished in third place. In the finals, they lost to the Brisbane Broncos and then to the Parramatta Eels, ending their season.

In 2010, the Titans signed players like Greg Bird. For the second year in a row, they made the finals, finishing 4th. They won their first finals game against the Warriors 28–16. This win meant they got a week off and hosted a preliminary final at Lang Park. However, they lost to the Sydney Roosters 32–6, just one week before the Grand Final. After the 2010 season, Mat Rogers retired.

Tough Times and Changes: 2011–2014

The 2011 season was very difficult for the Titans. They lost their first four of five matches and never recovered. They only won 6 games all year, finishing last on the ladder and receiving the "wooden spoon."

For the 2012 season, the Titans signed new players like Jamal Idris and Nate Myles. They also lost important players like Preston Campbell and Anthony Laffranchi. They started 2012 with a strong 18–0 win over the North Queensland Cowboys. However, they then lost five games in a row. They had a good run from rounds 10–21, winning seven games, but it wasn't enough to make the finals. They finished 12th.

In March 2012, the club faced serious financial problems with $35 million in debt. They managed to overcome this tough situation, and by 2013, the club was debt-free.

In 2013, the Titans signed Dave Taylor and Albert Kelly. They lost their captain, Scott Prince. The team started well, winning four of their first six games. An injury to Jamal Idris later in the season hurt their chances. They finished 9th, just two points outside the top eight. In 2013, the Titans also had their biggest wins ever, beating the Canberra Raiders by 36 points and the Parramatta Eels by 38 points.

The 2014 season started promisingly, with the Titans winning five of their first six games and reaching first place on the ladder. This included a four-game winning streak. However, they then suffered six straight losses. Coach John Cartwright coached his last game in Round 22, and assistant coach Neil Henry took over for the rest of the season. The Titans finished 14th.

After an investigation by the NRL into several clubs, the Titans were fined $300,000.

NRL Takes Over and Return to Finals: 2015–2019

In February 2015, the club faced financial difficulties again and was placed into voluntary administration. The NRL took over the club's license.

Just before the 2015 NRL season, star player Daly Cherry-Evans announced he would join the Titans in 2016. However, he later changed his mind and re-signed with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. With the money freed up from that deal, the Titans signed new players like Tyrone Roberts, Ashley Taylor, and Chris McQueen.

The 2016 season started with mixed results. The Gold Coast added Konrad Hurrell and Nathan Peats to their team. On August 3, 2016, the club made a big signing, bringing in superstar Jarryd Hayne. By the end of the season, the Titans had won 11 games, drawn 1, and lost 12, earning enough points to return to the NRL Finals for the first time since 2010. They played the Brisbane Broncos in an elimination final and lost 44–28, ending their 2016 season.

The 2017 season was tough. The team finished 15th. There were also issues between coach Neil Henry and Jarryd Hayne, which led to Henry leaving the club. The Titans also had their biggest loss ever, losing to the Broncos 54–0. In October 2017, Garth Brennan became the new coach. Jarryd Hayne left the club at the end of 2017.

In 2018, many experts thought the Gold Coast would finish last, but they surprised everyone by winning three of their first five games. They had an inconsistent season and finished 14th.

The 2019 NRL season started badly, with the Titans losing their first four matches. On July 14, 2019, coach Garth Brennan was let go after a loss to Penrith left the team at the bottom of the ladder. The club's CEO, Dennis Watt, said that the next coach would be the club's "last stand." On July 31, 2019, the Gold Coast announced that St Helens coach Justin Holbrook would be their new head coach starting in 2020.

In Round 20 of the 2019 season, the Gold Coast suffered their second-heaviest defeat, losing 58–6 to the Sydney Roosters. Co-captain Kevin Proctor wrote an open letter to fans, apologizing for the team's performance. In Round 22, a loss to the Parramatta Eels confirmed that the Titans would finish last and get the wooden spoon. This was a tough year for sports on the Gold Coast, as the Gold Coast Suns also finished last in the AFL.

Recent Years: 2020–2025

At the start of the 2020 NRL season, the Gold Coast lost their first three games. They then defeated the Wests Tigers 28–23, which was their first win in almost a year. The team improved a lot in Justin Holbrook's first season, finishing 9th, their best result since 2016. They ended the season with a five-game winning streak.

For the 2021 NRL season, the club signed strong forwards like David Fifita and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui. In 2021, the Titans made the finals by finishing 8th. They secured their spot with a big 44–0 victory over New Zealand on the last day of the regular season. They needed other teams to lose and to win their game by more than 12 points, which they did. In the first week of the finals, they lost a close game 25–24 to the Sydney Roosters, ending their season.

After the 2021 season, Gold Coast CEO Steve Mitchell announced a plan for the club to win two premierships by 2030 and have sold-out home games. This was seen as a bold goal since no Gold Coast team had ever reached a grand final.

The Gold Coast aimed to make the finals again in the 2022 NRL season. However, they won only two of their first four games and then lost 16 of their next 18. They finished 13th on the table.

In Round 8 of the 2023 NRL season, the Gold Coast led the new team Dolphins 26–0 but lost 28–26. This was one of the biggest comebacks in rugby league history. On June 22, 2023, the Gold Coast announced that they had ended Justin Holbrook's time as head coach. Des Hasler was named the new coach, starting in 2024. The club finished 14th in 2023.

The Gold Coast started the 2024 NRL season with six losses in a row. In Round 8, they got their first win, beating the Warriors 27–24 in Auckland. In Round 16, the Gold Coast had their biggest win ever, defeating the Warriors 66–6. This was also the biggest win by a team in last place in the history of Australian top-flight rugby league. The Gold Coast finished the 2024 season in 14th place.

Season Results

Team Name and Colors

After being accepted into the NRL, the team needed a name. They held a competition where fans could suggest names. The top three choices were Titans, Stingers, and Pirates. Fans voted online, and on September 21, 2005, the team was officially named the Gold Coast Titans. Fans also voted for the team's first jersey design.

In October 2021, the Gold Coast Titans updated their logo. The new design uses the team's main colors to show their Gold Coast home. It also makes the famous emblem look more modern. This was the team's first logo change since they joined the competition in 2007.

Home Stadium

For their first season in the National Rugby League, the Titans played at Carrara Stadium. This was while their new 27,000-seat stadium in Robina was being built. Carrara Stadium was an oval and only held about 16,000 people. This was one reason the Gold Coast's first attempt to join the NRL was turned down.

Work on the new stadium began in late 2005. It was ready for games before the start of the 2008 NRL season. The stadium was built by the same company that constructed other big stadiums in Australia. The new stadium can hold 27,690 people, which is more than originally planned.

Titans TV

The Gold Coast Titans have their own TV channel called Titans TV. It serves the Gold Coast area and is available on Foxtel. The channel shows game highlights and stories about the players.

Team Players

All NRL clubs must choose a top 25 First Grade squad at the start of each season. Here are some details about the Titans' players.

New Players and Departures for 2025

Players Joining the Team

• Carter Gordon from Melbourne Rebels
• Reagan Campbell-Gillard from Parramatta Eels
• Tukimihia Simpkins from Norths Devils

Players Leaving the Team

• Keenan Palasia to Leeds Rhinos
• Aaron Schoupp to Manly Warringah Sea Eagles
• Seth Nikotemo to Wakefield Trinity
• Erin Clark to Warriors
• Isaac Liu to Leigh Leopards
• Tanah Boyd to Warriors
• Ken Maumalo to Released
• Ryder Williams to Newcastle knights

Team Coaches

Since their first season in 2007, the Titans have had 9 coaches. The current coach is Des Hasler.

Player Statistics

Most Tries Scored

(as of July 2025)

Most Points Scored

(as of July 2025)

(*) player still active in the Gold Coast Titans team.

Most Games Played

(as of July 2025)

Team Performance Records

Win-Loss Records Against Other Teams

Opponent	Played	Won	Drawn	Lost	Win %
Tigers	27	17	0	10	62.96
Eels	26	13	0	13	50.00
Bulldogs	25	12	0	13	48.00
Knights	31	14	0	17	45.16
Sea Eagles	28	12	0	16	42.86
Raiders	31	13	0	18	41.94
Warriors	34	14	0	20	41.18
Cowboys	33	13	0	20	39.39
Dragons	31	11	0	20	35.48
Broncos	37	13	0	24	35.14
Sharks	28	9	1	18	32.14
Roosters	25	8	0	17	32.00
Panthers	25	7	0	18	28.00
Rabbitohs	23	6	0	17	26.09
Storm	28	7	0	21	25.00
Dolphins	4	1	0	3	25.00

Team Achievements

Club Honours

• Premierships: None
• Minor Premierships: None
• Finals series: 2009, 2010, 2016, 2021
• Wooden Spoons: 2011, 2019
• XXXX Derby: 2024

Individual Player Awards

The Paul Broughton Medal is given each year to the Titans' best and fairest player. 'The Preston' award is named after founding player Preston Campbell. It goes to the player who best shows what it means to be a Titan.

Team Sponsors

One of Jetstar's Airbus A320 planes had Titans badges and images of players on its sides.

James Frizelle's Automotive Group & Audi Centre Gold Coast was the first major sponsor for the team. On September 20, 2006, the team became the "Jetstar Gold Coast Titans" after signing a five-year sponsorship deal with Jetstar. Later in 2006, Castlemaine Perkins, which makes XXXX beer, also became a Platinum Sponsor.

Jersey Manufacturers

• 2007–2009: Reebok
• 2010–2013: Adidas
• 2014–2016: BLK
• 2017–2018: Classic
• 2019-present: Dynasty Sport

Naming Rights Sponsors

• 2007–2012: Jetstar
• 2013–2014: iSelect
• 2015–2017: Aquis
• 2018: TFH Hire
• 2019–2021: NEDS betting
• 2024-2025: The Lottery Office

Chest Sponsors

• 2007–2011: Jetstar
• 2012–2014: iSelect
• 2015–2017: Aquis
• 2018: TFH Hire
• 2019–present: NEDS betting

Back Sponsors

• 2007: Marina Quays (Top) / Australian Gas & Power (Bottom)
• 2008: Marina Quays (Top) / Australian Gas & Power (Bottom)
• 2009: Marina Quays (Top) / Australian Gas & Power (Bottom)
• 2010: Australian Gas & Power (Bottom)
• 2011: Australian Gas & Power (Top) / ThyssenKrupp Elevator (Bottom)
• 2012: iSelect (Top) / Learn Earn Legend (Bottom)
• 2013: Illuminated Water (Top) / BetEzy (Bottom)
• 2014: Global Road Technology (Top) / BetEzy (Bottom)
• 2015: Global Road Technology (Top) / Jabbry.com (Bottom)
• 2016: TripADeal (Top) / Ladbrokes (Bottom)
• 2017: TripADeal (Top) / Ladbrokes (Bottom)
• 2018: TripADeal (Top) / MP Commercial Logistics(Bottom)
• 2019: TripADeal (Top) / Orbitz Elevators (Bottom)
• 2020: Village Roadshow Theme Parks (Top) / Orbitz Elevators (Bottom)
• 2021: Village Roadshow Theme Parks (Top) / MyPayNow (Bottom)
• 2022: Village Roadshow Theme Parks (Top) / Evolve Legal (Bottom)
• 2023: Village Roadshow Theme Parks (Top) / Chempro (Bottom)

Sleeve Sponsors

• 2007–2010: ABC Brick Sales
• 2011–2014: Coral Homes
• 2016: Ladbrokes
• 2017–2018: TripADeal
• 2019–2020: TFH Hire
• 2021-present: emoney

Shorts Sponsors

• 2007: DTBS (Front) / Harvey Norman (Back)
• 2008–2011: Professional Investment Services (Front) / Harvey Norman (Back)
• 2012: Audi Centre Gold Coast (Home) / Jetstar (Away) / Harvey Norman (Back)
• 2013–2014: Hyundai (Front) / Zarraffas Coffee (Back)
• 2015: LEDified (Back)
• 2016–2017: Frizelles (Front) / LEDified (Back)
• 2019: Frizelle Sunshine (Front) / NEDS betting (Back)
• 2020-present: Harcourts Coastal (Front) / Coral Homes (Back)

Team Supporters

The official Gold Coast Titans supporter group is called "The Legion." It started in late 2006. The Legion grew from a small group of fans to a larger community. On March 10, 2020, the Titans officially adopted "Legion" for all their fans. This name represents strength and encourages supporters to "Join our Legion."

The Gold Coast Titans have historically had fewer members than other NRL teams.

Home Game Attendance

Season	Members	Home Attendance	Difference from previous season
2007	-	21,489	—
2008	-	21,618	129
2009	-	19,178	2440
2010	5,400	17,877	1301
2011	8,560	15,428	2449
2012	7,500	14,405	1023
2013	7,228	14,028	377
2014	8,284	13,194	834
2015	11,508	11,236	1958
2016	10,278	13,798	2562
2017	10,914	13,370	428
2018	6,792	14,556	1186
2019	6,517	10,726	3830
2020	7,836	4,604 (Covid)	6122
2021	N/A	14,420	9816
2022	11,000	15,184	764
2023	13,124	19,536	4352
2024	16,041	17,956	1580
As of 2023

Famous Fans

• Michael Caton, TV personality
• Roger Goodell, NFL Commissioner
• Joel Parkinson, Australian surfer
• Margot Robbie, Actress
• Samantha Stosur, Australian tennis player
• Bernard Tomic, German-born Australian tennis player
• Kenny Wallace, Australian canoeist

Cheer Squad

• The Gold Coast Hogs Breath Cafe Sirens are the cheerleading squad for the Gold Coast Titans.

Feeder Clubs

Since joining the National Rugby League in 2007, the Titans have partnered with other rugby league clubs. These "feeder clubs" help develop players who might later play for the Titans.

• Tweed Heads Seagulls (Current)
• Ipswich Jets (Current)

The Burleigh Bears were a feeder club for many years but partnered with the Brisbane Broncos starting in 2024.

Netball Team

In December 2021, it was announced that the Gold Coast Titans would also have a team in the 2022 Sapphire Series netball competition.

See also

In Spanish: Gold Coast Titans para niños