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Brett Stewart is more than just a pretty face

Roar Guru
9th September, 2008
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Roar Guru
9th September, 2008
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Although the ‘sexiest man in league’ title would convince any woman to watch Manly Sea Eagles fullback Brett Stewart play, there is more than meets the eye when it comes to the NRL’s most potent attacking weapon.

Who would have thought Ken Irvine’s try scoring record was under so much threat? No one.

That was until Stewart made his NRL debut for Manly back in 2003.

From there, Stewart now exercises the speed and instinct that has seen him score 89 tries in just 109 appearances for the Sea Eagles.

Indeed, it is no real surprise to see him top the try scoring charts this season with 19 four pointers next to his name.

It is the best strike rate in the NRL and it is one that refuels a man who was diagnosed with type one diabetes at the age of fourteen.

When people talk about Stewart, they say he is fast, freakish and a nightmare to defend against.

But what sometimes goes unnoticed is his defence.

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Stewart has made a habit of perfecting the craft of the sliding tackle, which has seen him save both the Sea Eagles’ and NSW’s backsides in the past.

Back when he made his debut for West Wollongong, talent scouts knew they had spotted a future league star.

Stewart has developed well and now approaches his fourth finals series in a row.

And no doubt he will receive ample accolades if he can guide Manly to a Premiership in league’s centenary year.

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