LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
In a blow for the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, prop Toff Sipley has bravely taken responsibility for his actions in the Pre-Season Challenge.
The grade two crusher tackle charge has not gone unnoticed, as Sipley's name now graces the Judiciary news headlines on the Sea Eagles' official website.
Sipley's target, Sydney Roosters winger Dominic Young, felt the full force of his tackle, resulting in this citation.
As a consequence, the robust prop will be absent from the action for the first three rounds of the season.
However, there is a ray of hope for Sipley and his Sea Eagles supporters, as the relentless warrior will be back in the fray by round four, ready to face the St George-Illawarra Dragons head-on.
While Sipley's absence will undoubtedly be felt by his teammates, the Sea Eagles will need to dig deep and show their resilience in his absence.
The weight of this suspension will be a verdict the Sea Eagles hope to turn into motivation, rallying behind their sidelined comrade and emerging stronger as a unit.