Players are on leave, presents are being opened, and food is being prepared to be consumed.
But what does your club want under the Christmas tree in 2025?
Here is what's on the wishlist for every team this year.
To all our readers, the Zero Tackle team wishes you a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays.
Gold Coast Titans
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui's signature
This is a simple one.
The Titans have had plenty of turmoil off the field, contract discussions played out in the open, and now Josh Hannay becomes their new coach after an ill-fated stint for Des Hasler.
What he needs more than anything is the re-signing of Tino Fa'asuamaleaui.
The club captain, and both state and international representative player is one of the best forwards in the game, and it's little surprise to see money - big money - being thrown at him by the St George Illawarra Dragons and Perth Bears.
Fa'asuamaleaui, who has options in his contract from 2027, has indicated he will give things a chance to turn the corner on the Gold Coast, so for the long-term viability of the club, a fast start to 2026 is critical, and would make all the difference in attempting to retain Fa'asuamaleaui.
That was an enjoyable read Scott, on a Boxing Day morning with a temperature that precludes a dip in the water.
I think you’ve nailed it for most of the clubs, there.
If you get bored future gazing, and fancy a change to “fantasy” mode, how about giving us a column of “the one thing they would do differently, if they had 2025 again….” ?