Rabbitohs Remember: Kyle Turner, the Bloke Who Peaked at the Perfect Time (But Seriously, RIP)
South Sydney fans, gather 'round and grab a tissue (or a celebratory beer, depending on how you choose to remember this legend). We're here to talk about Kyle Turner, the man who literally won a premiership in his rookie year and somehow managed to make that his greatest achievement.
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From Country Lad to Grand Final Glory
Kyle wasn't your typical NRL superstar. No flashy off-field antics, no million-dollar haircuts (well, maybe that's debatable). He was a genuine country bloke who just happened to be a freak on the field. Coonabarabran's finest (look it up, it's a real place... probably) tore up the lower grades and found himself right in the thick of the 2014 Rabbitohs premiership run. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!
Benchwarmer to Bunny Immortal (Kind Of)
Now, Kyle wasn't exactly setting the world alight with his minutes off the bench. But hey, a premiership ring is a premiership ring, and Kyle earned his with a smile and a work ethic that could shame a bricklayer. He may not have been Burgess tearing through the opposition, but he was there, cheering his boys on, and that's what truly matters (unless you're Wayne Bennett, who released Kyle in 2019 due to... well, let's just say salary caps are a complicated beast).
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Gone But Not Forgotten: A Celebration of Life (and Tries)
Sadly, Kyle passed away way too young in August 2023. The whole NRL world mourned the loss of a great bloke and a decent enough footy player. After his playing days, Kyle returned to Coonabarabran and became a teacher, inspiring the next generation of country champions (hopefully with slightly better haircuts).
So here's to Kyle Turner, the accidental premiership winner, the country legend, and the all-around top bloke. You'll be missed, mate.
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Kyle Turner: Frequently Asked Questions (Because You Know You've Got Them)
How to spell Coonabarabran? Good question. Even Google struggles with that one.
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How many games did Kyle Turner play in the 2014 Grand Final? Enough to get a ring, that's all that matters. (Although for the record, it was 25 minutes).
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How did Kyle Turner die? The cause of death hasn't been made public.
How can I learn more about Kyle Turner? There's a decent write-up on Wikipedia.
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How can I celebrate Kyle Turner's life? Crack a coldie, watch the Rabbitohs (they might actually win one this year!), or just be a good bloke like Kyle was.
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