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Tom Trbojevic
Manly Warringah NRL player
Many in rugby league think Tommy Trbojevic is finally starting to understand his profile and status. For years, a media-shy Turbo spoke in cordial clichés. He ducked any contentious issue when quizzed; fearing his nervousness around the media would be exposed. Now Trbojevic realises his voice carries power and clout. The Manly superstar has become a powerful identity at his club, a genuine figurehead not afraid to express a robust opinion. He has influence and respect. When Manly sacked Des Hasler last year, Trbojevic exploded, speaking with passion and anger about his coach’s demise