LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The New Zealand Warriors have revealed that off-season recruit Samuel Healey will miss this week's NSW Cup clash due to a shoulder complaint.
Healey switched to Auckland from the Cronulla Sharks for the 2025 NRL season and has shown strong performances in both of the club's NSW Cup games so far.
In the recent game against the Manly Sea Eagles, he topped the tackle count with 44 and scored a try.
Despite his solid performances, Healey has been kept out of the first-grade lineup as Wayde Egan is the starting dummy half, with Freddy Lussick waiting in the wings.
It is uncertain how long Healey will be sidelined with this injury, but the Warriors' Cup team is set to face the Sydney Roosters before their upcoming game against the Western Suburbs Magpies in Campbelltown.
This setback comes as a disappointment for Healey, who has been making a strong impression in his new team.
The Warriors will have to rely on their depth at the hooker position in his absence.
The team has shown confidence in their other players to step up and fill the void left by Healey's injury.
Overall, the Warriors will need to adjust their lineup and strategies to compensate for Healey's absence.
The team remains optimistic about their prospects in the upcoming games despite this setback.
Healey will have to focus on his recovery and work towards returning to the field as soon as possible to continue contributing to the team's success.