With the Noosa Pirates still resigning themselves to the harsh reality that the stellar career of their best NRL export was coming to an end, a former teammate recalled « doing ». by Rooster’s co-captain Jake Friend.
Three-time Sydney Roosters Premier League winner, Friend, had to retire on medical advice within six months of three concussions at the age of 31.
Greg Christensen , Vice president of the club and striker of the pirate team of the century, liked to stand next to the 17-year-old whore who played in the 2007 grand final against the Nambour Crushers without fear.
Christensen remembers how the young man his He put his body on the line again and again to achieve a formidable triumph.
« He was just a really tough kid on how he tackled it, » Christensen said.
There was another next to him that day rugby league tough nut to crack, former NRL halfback Noel Goldthorpe, who told the Sunshine Coast Daily he wasn’t afraid of small competition.
At this point, Friend was already on rugby league legend Art hur Roetsers signed to Roosters, and there was no looking back.
After winning his first NRL Premiership ring in 2013, Friend told the southern press that he rated the Pirates’ Grand Final just as highly.
« They’re both up there, and the crazy Mondays were good for both of them, » he said.
Pirate head coach Brett Winkler said Freund was « always valued at the club, he doesn’t come home often, but he does keep in touch « .
» It’s disappointing how his career ended, but he achieved a lot and it was wonderful to see him finally make Origin and win the show last year. » ? Said Winkler.
« You obviously beat the odds and he had a great streak, » especially in this last game he was outstanding. “
This week, Friend told the media that he did the right thing by calling it over.
» Coming to this one was not an easy decision, but it is one that I make right hold on, for myself and for my family and the roosters. » Friend said.
It was a hell of a ride. It’s a tough way to go out, but that’s fluffy and that’s life.
« For the players, I’ve been lucky enough to be here at the Roosters with a lot of legends of the game, some very talented footballers and also great guys play. » he said.
After making his Roosters debut in 2008 against Canterbury, Friend played more than 260 top-notch games, scored 27 tries and scored one field goal.
Friend played a Test for Australia in 2016, three games for Queensland in 2020 and was selected in the NRL All Stars in 2017.
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