The Manly Sea Eagles have decided to elevate Jake Trbojevic to co-captain for the 2026 season, recognizing his exceptional leadership this year.
Jake has filled in admirably as skipper while his younger brother Tom Trbojevic has been out due to injury.
This inspirational lock has achieved a significant milestone, playing his 250th match in the club's colors and securing five wins in seven games as captain, helping to propel the Sea Eagles into the Top 4 of the ladder.
Tom was appointed captain in the offseason and is set to make his eagerly awaited return to the team next week as they head to Accor Stadium for a match against the Bulldogs.
Manly's coach Kieran Foran commented on the leadership dynamics within the team, stating that it was an obvious choice to have a strong leader like Jake on board.
"Tom and Jake are the natural leaders of this group, and it makes sense to have them as co-captains," Foran said in a statement.
"Jake has done an amazing job in Tom's absence and we knew he would.
"He stepped up when the team needed him. That's what leaders do.
"Haumole has also been wonderful this year, not only in his performances but also in the leadership he brings to the group.
"Right now, what's best for the team is to have both Tom and Jake sharing the captaincy, supported by Haumole as vice-captain. It's a pretty straightforward decision to be honest.
"We are lucky as a group to have two legends of the Club leading the way."