LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The New Zealand Warriors will honor former team doctor John Mayhew in their upcoming NRL match against the Storm in Melbourne.
Mayhew, who passed away at the age of 70, served the club for 14 seasons from 2006 to 2019, a period that saw the Warriors reach the grand final in 2011 and the top eight in multiple seasons.
Players who were treated by Mayhew during their time at the club, including Bunty Afoa, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, will pay their respects by wearing black armbands during the match.
Assistant coach Andrew Webster, who was at the club during Mayhew's tenure, also had a close working relationship with the long-serving doctor.
Many of the club's leading players, such as Stacey Jones, Manu Vatuvei, and Shaun Johnson, had a strong connection with Mayhew and benefited from his medical expertise.
The Warriors have a history of success during Mayhew's time with the club, making the grand final in 2011 and reaching the top eight in multiple seasons.
Despite his passing, Mayhew's legacy lives on through the players he treated and the success the club achieved during his time as team doctor.
The Warriors have chosen to honor his memory during their match against the Storm, a fitting tribute to a man who played an integral role in the club's success over the years.
The game against the Storm holds special significance as it was the same team Mayhew faced in his first match as team doctor back in 2006, marking a poignant moment for the club to pay their respects.
Through wearing black armbands and remembering his contributions, the Warriors will ensure that Mayhew's impact on the club is never forgotten.