OFFICIAL Simon Dwyer [Discussion]
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So much unrealised potential that could go to waste there. I truly hope he makes it back.
happy_tiger
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@Cultured Bogan said:
x 2 he was showing the signs of being a rep player of the future . Keep fighting Simon ,never give up and never surrender
hybrid_tiger
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My fingers and toes are all crossed for his recovery, it would be absolutely amazing if he could make it back.
southerntiger
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@alexaki said:
I obiovusly wasnt in the room but it seems, from the article, that the doctors are saying that he shouldnt play again as opposed that he wont play again. Perhaps a distinction without a difference :wink:
Paris_Cobbs
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Big congrats as well to whoever it was that decided to offer Simon the assistant coach job beside Fittler.
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Dwyer won't let his Origin dream fade without a fight
April 20, 2012
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Injury has jeopardised the Tiger's on-field career, but City coach Brad Fittler still wanted him on his team, writes Michael Chammas.
In a perfect world, Simon Dwyer would be playing for a spot in the NSW Origin team on Sunday, not sitting through hours of video as he fulfils his duties as an assistant to City coach Brad Fittler.
This was meant to be his season - the year he would burst on to the representative arena. He was City's best in a losing team in Albury last year, and was earmarked by Blues coach Ricky Stuart as a future Origin player.
Dwyer knew it, too.
''I was striving to make Origin,'' he said. ''I thought I would give it a crack this year. Obviously it didn't happen.''
And according to medical experts, it may never happen. Forget Origin, forget rugby league all together. People are just not meant to recover from the type of debilitating injury he suffered against Canterbury in round 16 last year, which initially paralysed him from the neck down. But don't try telling Dwyer that the dream is over, he believes he can return in time to be part of the City-Country clash next year.
''The doctors aren't too sure about me going back to footy, but doctors have been wrong before,'' he said. ''My dad had gangrene and they said they needed to take his leg off. He said no, he wants to keep it, and now he's walking, running and everything.''
Dwyer, who only last week completed his level one coaching certificate, had his playing contract with the Tigers, which was meant to keep him at the club until the end of 2013, de-registered on the back of medical advice. But just like Fittler, whose initiative has attracted widespread praise, the Tigers deserve plenty of credit for the way they've looked after Dwyer. They recently agreed to a three-year deal with the 23-year-old, appointing him as the Tigers' video analyst.
''It's helpful for Simon to have a bit of financial security, but it's not charity,'' chief executive Stephen Humphreys said. ''He works hard for his money. Everyone's been impressed with how well he's picked that up.''
The thoughtfulness and care of the club hasn't been lost on Dwyer, who recognises just how helpful the club has been during his rehabilitation. ''They could have just cut me off,'' he said. ''Said, 'See you later' and paid me the 25 per cent of my contract.''
The Tigers copped plenty of criticism for offloading Bryce Gibbs and Andrew Fifita last year, but their loyalty to Dwyer cannot be questioned. Coach Tim Sheens visited Dwyer in hospital every day for weeks, before and after his 18-hour operation, and the players have all stuck by him.
Skipper Robbie Farah said he was happier to hear Dwyer appointed as assistant coach than he was for his own selection in the City team. Farah doesn't pretend to understand the type and amount of adversity his former teammate has gone through during the past 10 months, but he couldn't have more respect and admiration for the way he's handled himself.
''I don't think me or anyone else can understand how tough it is for him,'' Farah said. ''To have been on the cusp of Origin selection and one of the best players in the City team, to go from that to having a disabling injury as he's had and get everything he's ever worked towards taken away from you in a split second, it's so hard to imagine. But Simon's got the best attitude, he's so positive, he hasn't let it get him down and he's still believing and working hard, clinging on to the dream of coming back one day.''
It will be another four months before Dwyer can even perform a biceps curl, then another four months before he can start working on the movement of his wrist and hand.
Football isn't the only thing that's been taken from him. He lost 18 kilograms after the operation, buckling a belt has become near impossible, learning to write left-handed has provided its challenges and cutting up steak requires the hand of a willing friend.
Dwyer has set his sights on taking part in the City-Country game next year, and while Farah believes the odds are against him, he refuses to discard someone with his dedication and belief.
''I'd never write him off,'' Farah said. ''The mentality and attitude he's got, you never write off anyone with that sort of will and that sort of drive. The odds are against him, but anyone who believes as strong as he does, they can make anything happen.''
Just like he did on the field last year, he hasn't let Fittler down off it this year. He's been running his eye over video of both the City and Country players, showing the type of commitment that earned him Fittler's man-of-the-match award last year.
''I never anticipated he would play 80 minutes in that game, but we needed people who were reliable, and he was just that,'' Fittler said. ''And he's been exactly the same this week. I've asked for a couple of things and they're there on your doorstep. He's got amazing character.''
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Injury has jeopardised the Tiger's on-field career, but City coach Brad Fittler still wanted him on his team, writes Michael Chammas.
In a perfect world, Simon Dwyer would be playing for a spot in the NSW Origin team on Sunday, not sitting through hours of video as he fulfils his duties as an assistant to City coach Brad Fittler.
This was meant to be his season - the year he would burst on to the representative arena. He was City's best in a losing team in Albury last year, and was earmarked by Blues coach Ricky Stuart as a future Origin player.
Dwyer knew it, too.
''I was striving to make Origin,'' he said. ''I thought I would give it a crack this year. Obviously it didn't happen.''
And according to medical experts, it may never happen. Forget Origin, forget rugby league all together. People are just not meant to recover from the type of debilitating injury he suffered against Canterbury in round 16 last year, which initially paralysed him from the neck down. But don't try telling Dwyer that the dream is over, he believes he can return in time to be part of the City-Country clash next year.
''The doctors aren't too sure about me going back to footy, but doctors have been wrong before,'' he said. ''My dad had gangrene and they said they needed to take his leg off. He said no, he wants to keep it, and now he's walking, running and everything.''
Dwyer, who only last week completed his level one coaching certificate, had his playing contract with the Tigers, which was meant to keep him at the club until the end of 2013, de-registered on the back of medical advice. But just like Fittler, whose initiative has attracted widespread praise, the Tigers deserve plenty of credit for the way they've looked after Dwyer. They recently agreed to a three-year deal with the 23-year-old, appointing him as the Tigers' video analyst.
''It's helpful for Simon to have a bit of financial security, but it's not charity,'' chief executive Stephen Humphreys said. ''He works hard for his money. Everyone's been impressed with how well he's picked that up.''
The thoughtfulness and care of the club hasn't been lost on Dwyer, who recognises just how helpful the club has been during his rehabilitation. ''They could have just cut me off,'' he said. ''Said, 'See you later' and paid me the 25 per cent of my contract.''
The Tigers copped plenty of criticism for offloading Bryce Gibbs and Andrew Fifita last year, but their loyalty to Dwyer cannot be questioned. Coach Tim Sheens visited Dwyer in hospital every day for weeks, before and after his 18-hour operation, and the players have all stuck by him.
Skipper Robbie Farah said he was happier to hear Dwyer appointed as assistant coach than he was for his own selection in the City team. Farah doesn't pretend to understand the type and amount of adversity his former teammate has gone through during the past 10 months, but he couldn't have more respect and admiration for the way he's handled himself.
''I don't think me or anyone else can understand how tough it is for him,'' Farah said. ''To have been on the cusp of Origin selection and one of the best players in the City team, to go from that to having a disabling injury as he's had and get everything he's ever worked towards taken away from you in a split second, it's so hard to imagine. But Simon's got the best attitude, he's so positive, he hasn't let it get him down and he's still believing and working hard, clinging on to the dream of coming back one day.''
It will be another four months before Dwyer can even perform a biceps curl, then another four months before he can start working on the movement of his wrist and hand.
Football isn't the only thing that's been taken from him. He lost 18 kilograms after the operation, buckling a belt has become near impossible, learning to write left-handed has provided its challenges and cutting up steak requires the hand of a willing friend.
Dwyer has set his sights on taking part in the City-Country game next year, and while Farah believes the odds are against him, he refuses to discard someone with his dedication and belief.
''I'd never write him off,'' Farah said. ''The mentality and attitude he's got, you never write off anyone with that sort of will and that sort of drive. The odds are against him, but anyone who believes as strong as he does, they can make anything happen.''
Just like he did on the field last year, he hasn't let Fittler down off it this year. He's been running his eye over video of both the City and Country players, showing the type of commitment that earned him Fittler's man-of-the-match award last year.
''I never anticipated he would play 80 minutes in that game, but we needed people who were reliable, and he was just that,'' Fittler said. ''And he's been exactly the same this week. I've asked for a couple of things and they're there on your doorstep. He's got amazing character.''
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We hear plenty about Simon and really hope he makes it back on the park. I am so happy the club is looking after him properly. What about our luck, first Tuiaki then Dwyer. Imagine if we still had these 2 running around. I hope the club is looking after Tuiaki as well
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I might be swimming against the tide here, but I'd like the media to leave him alone and I'd like him to stop talking to the media. By his own admission he is HOPING to get out of the sling by the end of the year. There is NO hope of him playing footy next year.
He is incredibly brave and determined and that is to be admired, but the reality is there and he should (as I am sure he is) just knuckle down to his rehab in order to have a happy healthy life and not set up artificial and unrealistic targets on a public stage that are only likely to set him back.
He is incredibly brave and determined and that is to be admired, but the reality is there and he should (as I am sure he is) just knuckle down to his rehab in order to have a happy healthy life and not set up artificial and unrealistic targets on a public stage that are only likely to set him back.
Tigerdave
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Best of luck Simon, hope you can make it back.
@LaT said:
Freddie gave him the biggest rap on last nights ''The game plan"….
I'd love to meet the guy, he sounds just so positive and inspirational....with an attitude like his he can go such a long way and help so many people....he has a very bright future 100% fit or not.
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DWYER THRILLED AT CITY COACHING JOB
By Nathan Ross
20/04/2012 9:19:29 AM
Simon Dwyer jumped at the chance to be involved in the City Origin coaching set up when he was asked by Coach Brad Fittler recently.
After playing such a dominant role for City on the playing field this time last year, Dwyer will now get the opportunity to join forces with childhood hero, Fittler, to plot Country Origin’s downfall when the two teams met again in Mudgee this Sunday.
Dwyer explained that he’ll be doing a lot of video work for Fittler as well as running some video sessions in the lead up to the game.
“Working with Freddie will definitely give me some experience and see a better side of the game. Having the Tigers boy around just makes it that little bit more comfortable for me too,” he said.
Fittler emphasised the importance of getting Dwyer back in the set up again this year, seeing as though he was one of City’s best players in Albury last year.
“I contacted him this year because I wanted him to be a part of our set up again. Hopefully he takes a few things back to his coaching job at Wests Tigers from the week,” Fittler said.
Since suffering some severe nerve damage to his right arm during a match in June last year, Dwyer has kept himself busy with his video analyst role at Wests Tigers as well as fitting in rehab sessions and regular visits to see specialists.
It’s been a whirlwind time for the 23 year old who has kept a positive outlook throughout.
“It’s good staying around the game. I get to see the boys every day as well so I’m pretty happy with that.
“I am still hopeful that I’ll get back on the field one day. The doctors have said that everything is on track at the moment. It’s just a slow process and I’ve got to stay patient.
“I’ll keep working as hard as I can. There’s no doubt about that,” he said.
Dwyer saw his specialist two weeks ago and is pleased to report that he now has a bit of movement back in his injured right arm.
“They are still looking to get my shoulder back into place in about three months and I’ll hopefully have some bicep function by then too.
“I’d just like to thank all the fans for not forgetting about me and helping me get through this tough time.”
But for now, he remains focused on helping Fittler and the City Origin side this week.
“Hopefully we’ll come away with the result,” he said.
By Nathan Ross
20/04/2012 9:19:29 AM
Simon Dwyer jumped at the chance to be involved in the City Origin coaching set up when he was asked by Coach Brad Fittler recently.
After playing such a dominant role for City on the playing field this time last year, Dwyer will now get the opportunity to join forces with childhood hero, Fittler, to plot Country Origin’s downfall when the two teams met again in Mudgee this Sunday.
Dwyer explained that he’ll be doing a lot of video work for Fittler as well as running some video sessions in the lead up to the game.
“Working with Freddie will definitely give me some experience and see a better side of the game. Having the Tigers boy around just makes it that little bit more comfortable for me too,” he said.
Fittler emphasised the importance of getting Dwyer back in the set up again this year, seeing as though he was one of City’s best players in Albury last year.
“I contacted him this year because I wanted him to be a part of our set up again. Hopefully he takes a few things back to his coaching job at Wests Tigers from the week,” Fittler said.
Since suffering some severe nerve damage to his right arm during a match in June last year, Dwyer has kept himself busy with his video analyst role at Wests Tigers as well as fitting in rehab sessions and regular visits to see specialists.
It’s been a whirlwind time for the 23 year old who has kept a positive outlook throughout.
“It’s good staying around the game. I get to see the boys every day as well so I’m pretty happy with that.
“I am still hopeful that I’ll get back on the field one day. The doctors have said that everything is on track at the moment. It’s just a slow process and I’ve got to stay patient.
“I’ll keep working as hard as I can. There’s no doubt about that,” he said.
Dwyer saw his specialist two weeks ago and is pleased to report that he now has a bit of movement back in his injured right arm.
“They are still looking to get my shoulder back into place in about three months and I’ll hopefully have some bicep function by then too.
“I’d just like to thank all the fans for not forgetting about me and helping me get through this tough time.”
But for now, he remains focused on helping Fittler and the City Origin side this week.
“Hopefully we’ll come away with the result,” he said.
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