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Introducing the first ever Indigenous All Stars team:
Carl Webb
North Queensland Cowboys
Having been involved in a number of Indigenous teams it has always been a dream to play in a team with all the top players. To have legends like Rony Gibbs, Cliff Lyons and Gorden Tallis involved only makes me more grateful to be involved in the original event
Cory Paterson
Newcastle Knights
This will be the biggest game I have ever been a part of. Im just really excited and honoured to have the chance to play in such an awesome game. I cant wait to play with so many incredible players.
Daine Laurie
Penrith Panthers
Ive always dreamed of playing in an Indigenous NRL side with all the boys available. I cant wait!
George Rose
Manly Sea Eagles
"Anybody who knows me knows how passionate I am about my people.
This rates with any other honour in the game.
Greg Inglis
Melbourne Storm
Every time I play Im not only representing my team. I am also representing my family name and my Aboriginal culture. They represent who and what I am.
Jamal Idris
Canterbury Bulldogs
Playing in this team would be like playing at Forster Mission while I was growing up. I think 80 or 90 of my family will make the trip to see me play.
Jamie Soward
St George Illawarra Dragons
Its a massive effort for Preston to have been involved in the development of the game. Having tasted the experience when I played with him in the Dreamtime team last year I know how much it means to our people."
Jharal Yow Yeh
Brisbane Broncos
This is the highest honour of my football career. I have ambitions to play for Queensland and Australia and this is on the same level. I am so happy for my family.
Joel Thompson
Canberra Raiders
After missing out last year (through injury) I thought I was no chance. I will be playing for my cousins and all my Aboriginal relatives.
Johnathan Thurston
North Queensland Cowboys
''It's a great concept and I think the benefits off the field for our communities is going to be huge. It's more than just football to them - it's about recognition and being represented, and I couldn't be prouder to be part of that for my people.
Justin Hodges
Brisbane Broncos
I have always been passionate about my culture and my people. To represent them in this event will be a moment I will never forget.
Nathan Merritt
South Sydney Rabbitohs
It will be the proudest moment in my football career. Ive played Aboriginal knockout football but this will be the ultimate experience playing with the likes of Preston, Thurston and Inglis it will be awesome.
PJ Marsh
Brisbane Broncos
Ive always had a connection with Indigenous people but to discover my heritage three years ago will make this an emotional experience for me
Preston Campbell ©
Gold Coast Titans
The game intends to bring important new initiatives to our youth through the programs it will fund and the opportunities it will provide.
We want to listen to these kids and encourage them to not only dream but to live their dreams.
Sam Thaiday
Brisbane Broncos
To represent the people of the Torres Strait will be one of the proudest moments of my career. We hope it will inspire all kids to follow their dreams.
Scott Prince
Gold Coast Titans
"It would be an honour to represent my people against the best of the rest in the NRL. Also playing alongside some of the most talented sportspeople in Australia, including the likes of Inglis, Thurston, Presto and of course, dual international/Danny Glover body double, Big Dell"
Tom Learoyd-Lahrs
Canberra Raiders
To represent the Indigenous peoples of Australia will be a huge honour and to play alongside some of the best players in the game is also something I am excited about.
Travis Waddell
Canberra Raiders
Its awesome and beyond my wildest dreams. When I was told I couldnt believe it. It will mean so much to my family.
Wendell Sailor
St George Illawarra Dragons
Its important to remember where you came from and hopefully we will help young Indigenous kids to believe in their culture, their ability and their identity.
Yileen Gordon
Canterbury Bulldogs
This will go above and beyond last year and I am just happy to be part of the team. The honour of representing my people is something very special to me.
The Rugby League All Stars game will take place at Skilled Park on the Gold Coast, February 13, 2010.
http://www.nrl.com/tabid/10874/newsid/57327/indigenous-all-stars-team-revealed/default.aspx
Introducing the first ever Indigenous All Stars team:
Carl Webb
North Queensland Cowboys
Having been involved in a number of Indigenous teams it has always been a dream to play in a team with all the top players. To have legends like Rony Gibbs, Cliff Lyons and Gorden Tallis involved only makes me more grateful to be involved in the original event
Cory Paterson
Newcastle Knights
This will be the biggest game I have ever been a part of. Im just really excited and honoured to have the chance to play in such an awesome game. I cant wait to play with so many incredible players.
Daine Laurie
Penrith Panthers
Ive always dreamed of playing in an Indigenous NRL side with all the boys available. I cant wait!
George Rose
Manly Sea Eagles
"Anybody who knows me knows how passionate I am about my people.
This rates with any other honour in the game.
Greg Inglis
Melbourne Storm
Every time I play Im not only representing my team. I am also representing my family name and my Aboriginal culture. They represent who and what I am.
Jamal Idris
Canterbury Bulldogs
Playing in this team would be like playing at Forster Mission while I was growing up. I think 80 or 90 of my family will make the trip to see me play.
Jamie Soward
St George Illawarra Dragons
Its a massive effort for Preston to have been involved in the development of the game. Having tasted the experience when I played with him in the Dreamtime team last year I know how much it means to our people."
Jharal Yow Yeh
Brisbane Broncos
This is the highest honour of my football career. I have ambitions to play for Queensland and Australia and this is on the same level. I am so happy for my family.
Joel Thompson
Canberra Raiders
After missing out last year (through injury) I thought I was no chance. I will be playing for my cousins and all my Aboriginal relatives.
Johnathan Thurston
North Queensland Cowboys
''It's a great concept and I think the benefits off the field for our communities is going to be huge. It's more than just football to them - it's about recognition and being represented, and I couldn't be prouder to be part of that for my people.
Justin Hodges
Brisbane Broncos
I have always been passionate about my culture and my people. To represent them in this event will be a moment I will never forget.
Nathan Merritt
South Sydney Rabbitohs
It will be the proudest moment in my football career. Ive played Aboriginal knockout football but this will be the ultimate experience playing with the likes of Preston, Thurston and Inglis it will be awesome.
PJ Marsh
Brisbane Broncos
Ive always had a connection with Indigenous people but to discover my heritage three years ago will make this an emotional experience for me
Preston Campbell ©
Gold Coast Titans
The game intends to bring important new initiatives to our youth through the programs it will fund and the opportunities it will provide.
We want to listen to these kids and encourage them to not only dream but to live their dreams.
Sam Thaiday
Brisbane Broncos
To represent the people of the Torres Strait will be one of the proudest moments of my career. We hope it will inspire all kids to follow their dreams.
Scott Prince
Gold Coast Titans
"It would be an honour to represent my people against the best of the rest in the NRL. Also playing alongside some of the most talented sportspeople in Australia, including the likes of Inglis, Thurston, Presto and of course, dual international/Danny Glover body double, Big Dell"
Tom Learoyd-Lahrs
Canberra Raiders
To represent the Indigenous peoples of Australia will be a huge honour and to play alongside some of the best players in the game is also something I am excited about.
Travis Waddell
Canberra Raiders
Its awesome and beyond my wildest dreams. When I was told I couldnt believe it. It will mean so much to my family.
Wendell Sailor
St George Illawarra Dragons
Its important to remember where you came from and hopefully we will help young Indigenous kids to believe in their culture, their ability and their identity.
Yileen Gordon
Canterbury Bulldogs
This will go above and beyond last year and I am just happy to be part of the team. The honour of representing my people is something very special to me.
The Rugby League All Stars game will take place at Skilled Park on the Gold Coast, February 13, 2010.
http://www.nrl.com/tabid/10874/newsid/57327/indigenous-all-stars-team-revealed/default.aspx
