LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In the latest Judiciary news, seaeagles.com.au is reporting that Manly's Haumole Olakau'atu has copped a shoulder charge penalty like a seasoned veteran after their impressive 44-6 victory over the Knights on Sunday.
Olakau'atu was handed a Grade One charge for his crunching hit on Mat Croker in the 33rd minute of the match, reminiscent of the hard-hitting tackles of Rugby League legends past.
Choosing to plea early, Olakau'atu has been slapped with a $3000 fine, avoiding the prospect of sitting out two games if he had chosen to contest the charge like a true battler.
With this behind him, Olakau'atu is now ready to lace up his boots and hit the field for Sunday's showdown against the Gold Coast Titans at 4 Pines Park, ready to show his grit and determination on the Rugby League battlefield.