Reece Robson has joined the Roosters as their new hooker and quickly demonstrated his toughness.
Initially, after breaking his thumb in mid-February, he was expected to be out for around two months, delaying his debut until Round 6.
However, Robson's commitment to his recovery was remarkable, allowing him to return by Round 3 against the Panthers.
In a tough match, he played 72 minutes and made an impressive 43 tackles, despite the team suffering a 40-4 loss.
Robson's journey marks a new chapter after spending six years and 131 games with the Cowboys as a seasoned Blues Origin representative.
His transition is smoother, thanks to familiar teammates from his past, but the chance to work with coach Trent Robinson was a significant motivating factor in his move.