Duncan reflects on Indigenous Jersey for Round 23

Tallis Duncan will wear the Rabbitohs' Indigenous jersey with pride this weekend, describing it as something special not only to the community and team, but to his family as well.

Jersey Holds Special Significance

The second rower spoke about the significance of representing his heritage in the Club's Indigenous Round jersey at Allianz Stadium this weekend. Duncan explained the jersey carries deep personal meaning beyond its importance to the broader community and team. "This jersey means a lot, not only to this community, to our team, but to my family as well," he said. "It's something that I got to watch growing up, seeing all the jerseys that the boys got to play in and now I get to be a part of that." Duncan believes the Indigenous Round brings something extra out of the Aboriginal players at South Sydney. Playing at Allianz Stadium in Rabbitohs heartland for one of the Club's limited home games at the venue adds another layer of significance to the occasion.

Return from Injury

Duncan returns to the field this weekend after dealing with a soft tissue injury that kept him sidelined. The 2nd rower described the frustration of watching from the sidelines while his teammates competed without him. "It's annoying, that sort of injury. I don't like watching your teammates, you feel like you're letting them down when you're not out there with them," Duncan said. "But I get to be back out there and so I'm just excited to rip in again."

Future with the Club

Duncan addressed questions about his contract situation beyond next year, making clear where his priorities lie and his feelings about the Club. "At the moment I'm just focused on football. I love this Club and if everything was the same and it was up to me, I'd be here forever," Duncan said. "I love this Club, but I feel like at the moment it's time for football and all that stuff can come later."