LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
Panthers five-eighth, Jarome Luai, attributes his remarkable return from a shoulder injury to his strong mindset as he prepares for the club's fourth-straight grand final.
Luai successfully played 60 minutes in the preliminary final victory over the Storm, less than a month after dislocating his shoulder against the Eels in Round 26.
Despite concerns raised by various experts, including physios and doctors from rival clubs, Panthers medical staff remained confident in managing Luai's shoulder damage throughout the finals.
Although not at full strength, Luai's performance was still impactful enough to cause headaches for the Storm.