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February 22nd 2008 23:01
This is a continuation of the previous post; Matt Henjak: Western Force's Sith Lord
Disgraced (such a handy word) Western Force player Matt Henjak has been offered a new hope by former Wallabies Coach, Eddie Jones who bears a slight resemblance to Yoda but doesn't have the cool mind trick factor.
According to media reports, Jones says he is "prepared to offer Henjak a chance to resurrect his career in England" should the 26yo be eligible to play in Europe.
Jones, soon to become Director of Rugby (a position on par with Air Con Technician for Bicycles. Just kidding) at English club Saracens, said although he supported the ruling of Rugby Western Australia's conduct committee* he was willing to give Henjak another chance.
*(that Henjak should be sacked for attacking teammate Force Winger, Haig Sare at a Perth bar earlier this month)
This is surprising considering Henjak was sent packing by Jones from the Wallabies' 2005 tour of South Africa after an off-field disciplinary issue, becoming the first Wallaby in 40 years to be sent home from a tour. (read original post for reason why)
*caps - test match appearances
Jones said (to the Sydney Morning Herald);
Jones said he knew Henjak had a problem with alcohol, but he said he felt Henjak had "turned the corner" and had selected him for the end of season tour the same year he sent him packing.
...but forgot to stamp it. 3 years later, delivery failure.
Apparently Jones isn't the only one throwing a lifeline Henjak's way. 2 other clubs in England and France have expressed their interest
In other news, Henjak's manager Greg Keenan has begun 'shopping' Henjak around to NRL clubs this week and, as would be expected, received a luke warm response.
However, NRL Chief Executive David Gallop said, that if a club made an approach to Henjak, the league would consider his case.
...which may explain Henjak's current problem.
Some people try Yoga. Some people get drunk and bash up their team mates. Whatever grounds you.
Gallop added;
Gallop said he was confident NRL clubs were doing enough to stamp out similar alcohol-related incidents.
Uh huh. And then they get hired by the ARU.
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Disgraced (such a handy word) Western Force player Matt Henjak has been offered a new hope by former Wallabies Coach, Eddie Jones who bears a slight resemblance to Yoda but doesn't have the cool mind trick factor.
According to media reports, Jones says he is "prepared to offer Henjak a chance to resurrect his career in England" should the 26yo be eligible to play in Europe.
Eddiana Jones and The Lost Cause?
Henjak (l) may not be a lost cause, according to former Wallabies Coach Eddie Jones.
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Jones, soon to become Director of Rugby (a position on par with Air Con Technician for Bicycles. Just kidding) at English club Saracens, said although he supported the ruling of Rugby Western Australia's conduct committee* he was willing to give Henjak another chance.
*(that Henjak should be sacked for attacking teammate Force Winger, Haig Sare at a Perth bar earlier this month)
This is surprising considering Henjak was sent packing by Jones from the Wallabies' 2005 tour of South Africa after an off-field disciplinary issue, becoming the first Wallaby in 40 years to be sent home from a tour. (read original post for reason why)
*caps - test match appearances
Jones said (to the Sydney Morning Herald);
I would give him another chance if the circumstances were right, no hesitation. He deserves the punishment, but still deserves to have a future as a footballer.
Jones said he knew Henjak had a problem with alcohol, but he said he felt Henjak had "turned the corner" and had selected him for the end of season tour the same year he sent him packing.
Matt is essentially a good kid. But it is true, there have been a number of alcohol- related incidents...And I did sense that he had an issue then (in 2005).
We sought to address the problem
We sought to address the problem
...but forgot to stamp it. 3 years later, delivery failure.
Apparently Jones isn't the only one throwing a lifeline Henjak's way. 2 other clubs in England and France have expressed their interest
In other news, Henjak's manager Greg Keenan has begun 'shopping' Henjak around to NRL clubs this week and, as would be expected, received a luke warm response.
However, NRL Chief Executive David Gallop said, that if a club made an approach to Henjak, the league would consider his case.
We certainly want to have a look at addressing the issues that he obviously has got...But at this stage we will wait and see if one our of clubs goes forward with an approach to him.
I wouldn't rule it out (Henjak playing NRL) but we want to know how he is addressing his personal issues
.I wouldn't rule it out (Henjak playing NRL) but we want to know how he is addressing his personal issues
...which may explain Henjak's current problem.
Some people try Yoga. Some people get drunk and bash up their team mates. Whatever grounds you.
Gallop added;
It's unrealistic to expect that there won't be these types of incidents from time to time - young blokes in any code are going to make mistakes...but Clubs are realising that these matters need to be dealt with appropriately.
Gallop said he was confident NRL clubs were doing enough to stamp out similar alcohol-related incidents.
I think rugby league is doing a reasonable job on that front. The pleasing thing for us is that our clubs have got in and not only stepped up the education of younger players but also where necessary we have seen players penalised, contracts terminated...
Uh huh. And then they get hired by the ARU.
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info sourced from The Star and Wide World of Sport
image courtesy of View Images
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If you would like to make a comment on this post then please go to My Profile page (link provided) and send me a Personal Message and I will 'open' the Comments Section.
Once 'opened' say what you will but I cannot guarantee that I will respond quickly (this is why I have disabled the Comments Section in the first place - I'm a tempus fugitive), so Thank You for your patience.
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