LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
Dragons duo Jacob Halangahu and Hayden Buchanan are returning to the Under 19s State of Origin arena, excited about their new roles as senior players following their previous experience in a 14-10 victory over the Maroons at Leichhardt last year.
This time, they are learning leadership in a high-intensity environment, having spent the season with the successful Knock-On Effect NSW Cup team.
Both players believe this experience has well-prepared them for their upcoming match against Queensland on the Sunshine Coast.
Halangahu, who trained with the club's NRL squad during the offseason, made his NSW Cup debut in Round 1 and has since played nine games, averaging 108 run metres and recording 226 tackles at a remarkable 95 percent efficiency.