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Vince Lombardi, the famous American Football coach once said
“Leaders aren't born, they are made. And they are made just like anything else, through hard work. And that's the price we'll have to pay to achieve that goal, or any goal.”
and in times of crisis any group of people tend to look for a leader.
2010 was that time of crisis for the Western Force.
As the injuries mounted in the first weeks of their Super 14 campaign their leader, Nathan Sharpe stood up.
On the field he was inspirational as week after week he tried his heart out to overcome the shortage of manpower the Force had available.
And off the field, who didn't feel for him as week after week he fronted the media cameras and apologised for their loss.
But the fans stayed and here on TWF they voted.
Therefore, the Whole Force Supporters Choice - Player of the Year for 2010 is
Nathan Sharpe
But he wasn't there alone. Other players stood up. In particular Matt Hodgson was a supporters favourite and polled right up there with Sharpie.
And when he got back on the field David Pocock polled well.
Honourable mention must be made of Ben McCalman who was the highest polling rookie for 2010.
A function to present Nathan with his trophy will be held just prior to the start of the 2011 Super 15 season.
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Last edited by travelling_gerry; 02-07-10 at 08:39.
well done Sharpie....
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Bloody well deserved. A true inspiration and a true leader of men.
About bloody time - hiding behind the youngsters all this time he really deserves this and more.
Well chuffed to see Ben's name on the list as well - think he was no.5 or 6 overall on the list not bad for someone we'd never heard of this time last year - one to keep a firm eye on.
61 years between Grand SlamsWas the wait worth it - Ya betta baby
Yay Sharpie!![]()
"Believe in the best, think your best, study your best, have a goal for your best, never be satisfied with less than your best, try your best, and in the long run things will turn out for the best."
Fully deserved, the man is an inspiration
Well deserved!
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Well deserved Sharpie
Jambooi
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"Bloody oath we did!"
Nathan Sharpe, Legend.
A leader among men. Grats Sharpie![]()
Go The Force!