Adam Reynolds leads resurgent Broncos to 2023 NRL Grand Final
The journey of the Brisbane Broncos versing the Penrith Panthers in the 2023 NRL Grand Final is a captivating story of redemption and unexpected love for Adam Reynolds, the ex-South Sydney Rabbitohs halfback.
Two years after his departure from the Bunnies, Reynolds now leads the Brisbane Broncos into the decider against the team his previous club lost to two years ago.
Adam Reynolds transition from South Sydney Rabbitohs to Brisbane Broncos is truly remarkable.
It all began with the NRL contract offer that didn’t meet his expectations.
Despite his track record and loyalty to the Rabbitohs, Souths only offered him a one year extension for 2022.
Feeling undervalued Reynolds made the decision to join the Broncos, where he has thrived.”I was disappointed with Souths offer ” expressed Reynolds.
“I believed I deserved respect considering everything I had contributed to the club.
However I am thankful for the opportunity that has been given to me by the Broncos.
I have discovered a home here.
Am determined to prove my worth.”Reynolds journey of redemption becomes even more extraordinary when considering his heart wrenching loss in last Grand Final appearance against the Penrith Panthers in 2021.
As South Sydneys halfback, at that time he missed a conversion that could have levelled up scores.
“That moment was incredibly tough ” admitted Reynolds.”.
I’ve gained insights, from my past experiences and I’m determined to make things right this year.
I have a desire to win a premiership now and I genuinely believe that our team has what it takes to achieve that goal.”
Reynolds isn’t the only player with a twist of fate in this years Grand Final.
The young talent Reece Walsh was initially part of the Broncos junior system.
Ended up leaving due to differences in vision with then coach Kevin Walters.
Walsh went on to join the New Zealand Warriors.
However Returned to Brisbane this season forming a partnership with Reynolds.
“Its been quite a journey ” Walsh shared.
“I never expected to find myself back at the Broncos.
I’m grateful that I did.
Working alongside Adam has taught me much.
I’m thrilled to be playing alongside him in such an important match like the Grand Final.”
Reynolds and Walsh are two players whose paths have unexpectedly converged due, to life’s twists and together they are determined to end Brisbanes championship drought and bring the premiership trophy home to Red Hill.
