“I feel like at this stage of his career, ‘Turbo’ is ready to lead the club. He’s very influential on the field, and also off the field, the way he prepares each week, he’s a great role model from that sense.
“We’ve also got good leaders to support him with Jake, Haumole [Olakau’atu], Jamal Fogarty, and Siua [Taukeiaho].”
Mona Vale junior Trbojevic said of the new role: “This means a lot to me, and I’m thrilled to take on the captaincy. It’s a privilege and I feel very honoured to take on the role. It’s a proud moment.
“The next few months of pre-season will be tough, but it’s an exciting time for all of us as we prepare for the new season.”
Tom, Jake and Olakau’atu were all part of the leadership group last year, with the latter hopeful of one day taking on the captaincy himself when the time is right.
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In other news, Jye Gray, a one-time R360 target, has inked a three-year extension with South Sydney, which will keep him at the club until the end of 2029.
The immediate debate among Souths fans will be whether Gray starts at fullback ahead of centre option Latrell Mitchell, or reverts to being a strike player off the bench.
Recruitment boss Mark Ellison said of Gray: “He is safe under the high ball, he returns the ball with great speed, his footwork is mesmerising, and his defence is inspiring.”