Much about the Warriors is defined by their proud history of attacking players but departing utility Thomas Leuluai will long be remembered as one of the club's toughest competitors. He will also be remembered as the second youngest NRL debutant in the Warriors' history, after making his debut against the Bulldogs six weeks shy of his 18th birthday in 2003. His ability to square-up the Warriors attack isolates defenders and helps provide Johnson with the time and space to operate at his best. After returning in the round six defeat to Manly, he has quickly returned to top form and played a big part in the Warriors mid-season revival. In the same manner as former club captain Simon Mannering, Leuluai has filled that role, particularly throughout his second stint which began in 2013 following eight seasons in the English Super League.

Source: New Zealand Herald July 04, 2016 03:22 UTC