Ben 'Burbo' Trbojevic

[The Wheel]

Just out of idle curiosity, are there cases of 3 sport star brothers where the youngest ended up being the best? All that springs to mind is cricket's Waugh and Chappell boys, the third one never quite nailed it.

The Walters brothers, not sure Kerrod was the best but certainly held his own against the other two?

 

[Leho]

I have found in my experience that the middle child is always the most talented.
And yes I am a middle child

 

[The Wheel]

Ben talks to media

Player Media: Ben Trbojevic

Ben Trbojevic talks about the excitement of playing in the NRL to wanting to make his own name in the game.

www.seaeagles.com.au

 

[manlyfan76]

Just out of idle curiosity, are there cases of 3 sport star brothers where the youngest ended up being the best? All that springs to mind is cricket's Waugh and Chappell boys, the third one never quite nailed it.

I read a stat just the other day where the youngest is most likely to be the best at sports.

 

[40 nil]

Just out of idle curiosity, are there cases of 3 sport star brothers where the youngest ended up being the best?

Dick was the youngest of the Thornett brothers - the others being John & Ken. Dick represented Australia in union, league & water polo. It could be debated who was the better league player, Dick or Ken, who likewise played all three sports, but only represented Australia in league

 

[manlyfan76]

I read a stat just the other day where the youngest is most likely to be the best at sports.

Revealed: Why younger siblings are more likely to have a standout sporting career

The little sibling advantage in sport is rooted in how younger siblings are challenged more, while they also learn at an accelerated rate

www.telegraph.co.uk

 

[SeaEagleRock8]

The Walters brothers, not sure Kerrod was the best but certainly held his own against the other two?

Oh yeah, thanks. Steve was 2 years older than Kevin and Kerrod, who were twins, but all 3 had stellar careers including Tests, Origin and premierships

 

[Tragic Eagle]

I noticed that Ben looked far more comfortable in first grade against the Cowboys. He ran hard and tackled low beautifully. I reckon he may have turned the corner and will start to improve significantly with more time on the paddock.

 

[Nambawan]

I noticed that Ben looked far more comfortable in first grade against the Cowboys. He ran hard and tackled low beautifully. I reckon he may have turned the corner and will start to improve significantly with more time on the paddock.

Agree. I was surprised at his size - he has certainly developed into a very large young man and not out of place in an NRL forward pack in that regard. Also seems to have great tackling technique. I think Manly may have snared a good'un here.

 

[nightster]

hope he irons Klemmer out next time they meet (legally of course)

 

[manly al]

Not much reward for a couple of great leg tackles by Burbo with the ensuring quicker play the ball but still impressive and a good asset for the future. Agile enough for a quick recovery and as long as the secondary marker is in a good position . Hope that he can get an opportunity to be put into some open field running , he has some genuine pace .

 

[Dee Why Eagle]

would like to see him at centre.
Would also like to see him running off schu

 

[eagleron]

The Walters brothers, not sure Kerrod was the best but certainly held his own against the other two?

The Hughes and the Mortimers

 

[eagleron]

The Hughes and the Mortimers

Oops my bad haha, you'd think at my age I'd know better than to post before I read the previous post through, I'll just give myself a quick uppercut and go back to sleep 🤢

 

[Bearfax]

The Hughes and the Mortimers

Steve Mortimer was the eldest and certainly the best of his brothers

 

[The Wheel]

The Hughes and the Mortimers

Not sure who was the youngest Mortimer but Steve and Chris was significantly better than Peter (who was pretty average).

As for the Hughes brothers Graeme, Gary and Mark were pretty even from memory - although Graeme was a very talented sportsman representing NSW in League but also Sheffield Shield.

 

[Bearfax]

Not sure who was the youngest Mortimer but Steve and Chris was significantly better than Peter (who was pretty average).

As for the Hughes brothers Graeme, Gary and Mark were pretty even from memory - although Graeme was a very talented sportsman representing NSW in League but also Sheffield Shield.

Steve then Peter then Chris. The Mortimer brother were 2 years apart.

 

[XV-1]

What has happened to Ben?

He was playing well enough to stay on the bench.

Now has not been seen for 2 games

 

[SeaEagle21]

What has happened to Ben?

He was playing well enough to stay on the bench.

Now has not been seen for 2 games

His omission last week was puzzling but with Schuster back he would have been left out this week. With Lawton possibly out now he might get back in or gulp Gosiewski

 

[stoodamire]

More “seasoned” players returning from injury

I think Des will only play Burbo if he really needs to.