LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Galvin Addresses Controversial Move to Bulldogs
Lachlan Galvin is mindful of the criticism surrounding his mid-season transfer to the Bulldogs, but he believes it won't impact his performance.
He marked his new role as halfback with a game-changing play that his coach hailed as one of the "bravest" passes he's ever seen, helping secure a thrilling victory against the Dragons.
Galvin's transition from the Wests Tigers has been a hot topic, especially regarding how coach Cameron Ciraldo would integrate him into the team.
Since joining Canterbury, he has held various positions, including starting from the bench and even dropping out of the 17 altogether.
However, he has now solidified his position as the team's halfback for the remainder of the season, showing potential as the key player they needed on offense.
During the match, Galvin scored a try in the first half after supporting a significant break by teammate Stephen Crichton.
Yet, it was his decisive action at a critical moment that underscored his acquisition's value.
When the team struggled to secure a win, Galvin strategically drifted to the edge of the play, read the defense, and executed a long pass to rookie Jethro Rinakama, who clinched the game-winning try in the corner.
"Natural instincts kicked in and I saw him come up and I just threw it," Galvin remarked after the match, illustrating his confident approach during high-pressure moments.