Coached by David Furner and captained by Alan Tongue, they competed in the NRL's 2011 Telstra Premiership, finishing the regular season 15th (out of 16) so failing to make the play-offs.
The club has managed to keep the bulk of its exciting young roster together, whilst adding experienced campaigners Brett White and former Dally M medalist Matt Orford to the team.
Young speedster Blake Ferguson has also been recruited by the Raiders from the Cronulla Sharks for the 2011 season.
New recruit Blake Ferguson has been a shining light, having scored a team high 10 tries so far this season for the Canberra Raiders, including a hat-trick against the Wests Tigers in Round 3.
Based on previous seasons, Raiders would be expected to need to win at least 7 of their remaining 9 matches to make the Top 8.