LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
'That's more important than an award': Lachlan Galvin may not be in the running for the coveted Dally M Rookie of the Year but that won't dampen his spirits, mate.
His coach knows there are bigger fish to fry in the world of footy.
Mate, if you were to hit the streets and poll 100 folks on who should snag the Dally M gong for Rookie of the Year, at least 90 of 'em would shout out Lachlan Galvin without a second thought, based on the stellar work he's put in for the Wests Tigers.
But, as luck would have it, Galvin is out of the running due to a two-match sin bin he copped for a hip-drop tackle back in round 4 against the Eels.
Reminds me of the tough luck Bulldogs sensation Jacob Preston faced last year, mate.
So, Galvin won't be joining the illustrious company of past winners Daly Cherry-Evans, Adam Reynolds, and Sam Walker on Dally M night.
But his coach knows that recognition isn't everything in this game of the.
"What does rookie of the year even mean, anyway? The fame that comes with it, what good does that actually do for ya?" Marshall pondered after Thursday's epic win over Manly.
"What he's proven is he's got what it takes for first grade footy, and that's more valuable than any shiny trophy, if you ask me."