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Matt Ballin boosts Sea Eagles
Saturday 7 July 2012 4:08 PM
Dedicated clubman and hardworking hooker Matt Ballin has re-signed with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles until the end of the 2015 season.
The 28-year-old Queenslander who began his NRL career with the Sea Eagles in 2007, said he couldn’t be happier in the maroon and white.
“My family and I are extremely happy to be at the Manly club for the next three years,†Ballin said.
“The club has always been loyal and supportive of me and my family since I started here.â€
“I’m excited to be able to continue the successful culture the Sea Eagles have established.â€
Ballin has played 132 first grade games for the Sea Eagles and is second only to Penrith’s Kevin Kingston as this year’s leading tackler (650 tackles).
His re-signing is another step in the Sea Eagles' efforts to secure their Premiership-winning ‘spine’.
Coach Geoff Toovey said Ballin is one of the most consistent, well-respected players in the game.
“Matt is a great clubman and a great ambassador for Manly and rugby league,†Toovey said.
“He is a tireless competitor and his teammates love playing alongside him.â€
Ballin represented Queensland at Origin level in 2010.
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Saturday 7 July 2012 4:08 PM
Dedicated clubman and hardworking hooker Matt Ballin has re-signed with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles until the end of the 2015 season.
The 28-year-old Queenslander who began his NRL career with the Sea Eagles in 2007, said he couldn’t be happier in the maroon and white.
“My family and I are extremely happy to be at the Manly club for the next three years,†Ballin said.
“The club has always been loyal and supportive of me and my family since I started here.â€
“I’m excited to be able to continue the successful culture the Sea Eagles have established.â€
Ballin has played 132 first grade games for the Sea Eagles and is second only to Penrith’s Kevin Kingston as this year’s leading tackler (650 tackles).
His re-signing is another step in the Sea Eagles' efforts to secure their Premiership-winning ‘spine’.
Coach Geoff Toovey said Ballin is one of the most consistent, well-respected players in the game.
“Matt is a great clubman and a great ambassador for Manly and rugby league,†Toovey said.
“He is a tireless competitor and his teammates love playing alongside him.â€
Ballin represented Queensland at Origin level in 2010.
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