2024 Depth Dive: Fullback Battle Makes Waves

Will Kennedy was in fine form before an untimely injury in 2023.

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe

In the lead-up to the Sharks' first trial of the 2024 NRL season, competition for spots is becoming intense, bringing a sense of excitement and anticipation to the club.

According to sharks.com.au, in their 2024 depth analysis of the fullback position, coach Craig Fitzgibbon has a wealth of talent to choose from.

While the squad boasts experienced players, the young guns are hungry for a chance to showcase their skills and make their mark in the first-grade team.

As we dive into an in-depth analysis of each position, let's start by examining the contenders vying for the fullback role.

The highly coveted No.1 jersey seems to be firmly in the grasp of Kennedy, a player who displayed immense potential before being sidelined by a hamstring injury last season.

Since his debut in 2019, the silky Bathurst product has exhibited his ability to go toe-to-toe with the league's finest custodians.

With his impeccable attacking instincts and impeccable timing, Kennedy, in just 19 appearances last year, scored an impressive 14 tries and orchestrated seven more.

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