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Bromwich commits to Storm
25/11/2011 7:00:17 PM
Melbourne Storm has today secured the signature of up and coming front rower Jesse Bromwich on a contract extension that will see him wear the Storm colours until the end of 2015.
The Kiwi prop enjoyed a stellar 2011 season, receiving the Rookie of the Year award with fellow rising star Gareth Widdop at the Club’s Presentation Ball. Further confirming his rising status Bromwich also earned a Dally M nomination for Prop of the Year.
The Manurewa Marlins junior is a disciple of Melbourne’s successful development program, having progressed through the ranks of the Club’s U20s. He was an integral part of the 2009 Storm NYC premiership team which also included Gareth Widdop, Kevin Proctor, Matt Duffie, Justin O’Neill and Luke Kelly. Bromwich capped of a remarkable year by being named in the 2009 Team of the Year.
Bromwich, 22, joined a rare group of players, having made his first-grade debut in the 2010 World Cup Challenge Final against Leeds. He was also selected in the 2010 NSW Cup Team of the Year.
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Jesse Bromwich has committed to Storm till 2015
Heading into the 2011 season with seven NRL games to his name, Bromwich played 21 this season, completing his apprenticeship with finals experience now under his belt.
The Bromwich family tradition continues at Storm with younger brother Kenny being promoted to the Storm NRL squad for 2012 after captaining Storm’s U20s side this year.
Bromwich said he was excited to have signed a contract extension with Storm and having his family in Melbourne was also a significant factor.
“It’s great to have re-signed with Storm, it was an easy decision,” Bromwich said.
“It’s a really great Club and there are a number of other boys that I’ve come through the 20s with who I love playing with.
“With my brother now in the NRL squad the chance to play with Kenny was an important part of my decision and with a six-month old baby I’m settled in Melbourne with good family support.”
While Bromwich was pleased with his progression and various accolades, he knows there is plenty more to do.
“I think I made some good progress this season, but I want to keep improving and I know I need to start from now, working hard in the pre-season,” Bromwich said.
“Playing in the finals this year was a highlight for me and a terrific experience. We all want to do that again, but as a team we know we also need to improve for 2012 and I know I need to play my role.
“I also enjoy playing under Craig, he gets the best out of his players and I look forward to doing that over the next few years.”
Storm coach Craig Bellamy said he was delighted the Club had re-signed another one of its rising stars.
“Jesse’s re-signing is terrific news for the Club, and a key part of our retention strategy,” Bellamy said.
“He is another player who has come through the Storm system via the Club’s U20s development program.
“Jess is a great kid who is prepared to listen and learn presenting him the perfect opportunity to become a consistent NRL front rower.”
