Written by: Steven Williams

It has been confirmed that the Dragons have signed veteran backrower, John Cross (pictured right) for 2003.

Cross 29, played over 117 games with Illawarra before joining the Panthers in 1998. A Port Kembla junior, he captained the Steelers as a 20 year old to a narrow 11-10 loss to the touring Great Britain side in 1992.

With 246 first grade games under his belt, the second rower is expected add some much needed experience to the Dragons' pack in 2003.

Although making something of a late charge, the Dragons have been busy in recent weeks securing the signatures of a number of players.

In addition to the earlier signings of rookies, Brett Firman (Sharks) and Lee Bennett (Roosters), Dragons management have also added Melbourne Storm backrower, 22 year old Henry Perenara (pictured left), John Wilshere (Panthers) and Don Dickson (Canterbury) earlier this week.

In other news, rumours abound that former St George clubman, prop Colin Ward may make a return to Saints following his stint with the Panthers while there are also noises that front rower, Chris Leikvoll may be forced to retire due to injury.

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