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Our love for Jarryd Hayne has skyrocketed since his triumph in the National Football League (NFL) in the United States. While a legend already down under, Americans are scratching their heads over why there is so much uproar over the Parramatta powerhouse, the NFL’s most famous nobody.
The San Francisco 49ers have touched base with the hearts of Australians with the recruitment of Hayne who boasts two Dally M awards for Player of the Year and also the long awaited State of Origin title in 2014 with New South Wales.
Hayne impressed in pre-season with the 49ers, making headlines in the states as well as clogging our Facebook and Twitter newsfeeds in Australia.
So far this season, Hayne has pulled off some exciting rushing stats. Making 25 yards, his longest carry at nine yards and making two first downs in five matches.
Many people have called into question whether Hayne’s contribution and jubilation will be rewarded on a national level. Pundits have suggested that he receive the Australian of the Year award.
After close research into the award, I don’t see why not.
To be eligible for an Australian of the Year award, you are required to be an Australian citizen, no problems there.
The three main qualities to be noticed for the award include:
1. Demonstrating excellence in their field
2. Significant contribution to the Australian community; and
3. An inspirational role model for the Australian community and representing the nation with pride.
If you ask me, he ticks all the boxes.
Excellence in his field is difficult to prove. Despite not beginning to play professionally until late August, the struggling journey to move country, transition to a completely contrasting sport, and to be making a quick impact like he is, is nothing short of excellent.
A huge contribution to the nation of Australia, our image and our pride is expressed through Hayne abroad.
From dominating the NRL and to go 15,000 kilometres away in the United States, and to not just play but represent our country in a foreign sport is a contribution to our community and to our nation.
And finally, how is he not an inspirational role model for the Australian community?
Even from an NRL perspective, people still look up to Hayne, and more so now that he has made the switch to the U.S.
In the eyes of kids in Australia with dreams of playing NFL who grew up watching Hayne play NRL, he is their out and out role model for the sporting careers.
The facts are there, could he be rewarded with the Australian of the Year award?
What do you think?
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