THE PERILS OF SUCCESS

Q

Being a well-known name in an ultra competitive local league, do you ever feel like you have a target on your head?

A

I do, absolutely. We were down at Tugun the other week for the local derby and I was copping it left, right and centre off all of the fans as well but that’s what it’s about.

I have got a few boys who protect me on the field. In terms of the physicality of it, I think you get targeted but that’s no different really (to NRL).

Q

What do you want to achieve at the Eagles? Fun? Develop the next gen? Win a premiership?

A

Currumbin haven’t won a premiership yet so that’s a big goal for all of the club. You have got to buy into the club goals.

To me it was replacing that full-on footy life with just bridging that gap. Originally it was just a bit of fun and then you come down and as soon as you are in the game, your competitive streak comes straight back. I don’t think I will ever lose that, which is good. The day I lose that is probably the day I give it up for good.

Q

How are you enjoying working with the younger lads coming through the ranks?

A

Luke Jurd, who is linked with Tweed, we have had a few chats being in the halves together. He has asked me a bit of stuff about positional play which is quite rewarding, having someone take interest in your knowledge and your experience.

It takes me back to 10 or 12 years ago when I was that young fella wanting to get any knowledge. It’s weird to think that now I’m at the other end.