#30 | Sam Verrills

In this episode, Cooper and Matty sit down with Gold Coast Titans hooker and one of Cooper's great mates, Sam Verrills. They dive into Sam's journey to the NRL, sharing the highs and lows that shaped his career. Sam opens up about a personal family tragedy and how it influenced his path. The conversation also highlights the impact of Des Hasler at the Titans and the changes he's bringing to the club. Plus, Sam relives his incredible story leading up to the 2019 NRL Grand Final, where he made history by scoring against the Raiders.

Please note that this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including trauma & mental health.
 
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0:00 Intro
2:00 Adele
4:00 Manly Juniors
6:15 Sam's Father
8:40 Avalon & Joey
12:30 Passing of Brother Jack
21:00 Roosters
29:00 Grand Final
30:30 Ollie Verrills
31:50 Grand Final Try
36:40 Leaving Chooks
39:50 Gold Coast Titans
45:40 Des Hasler