Possessing a cool head on the field of someone far beyond his years and level of experience, Isaiya Katoa has proven a revelation for the Dolphins this season.
However, his teammates, including try-scorer Jarrod Wallace were happy to sing his praises, congratulating him for a “fantastic” game, while injured halfback Sean O’Sullivan said he had belief in the Tonga representative to guide the team around in his absence.
Katoa, who has five try assists in his seven games behind competition leader Cody Walker with nine from eight, was grateful for O’Sullivan’s input, saying the work he was doing with him was also helping improve his skills. “In terms of composure, I think I've definitely had a lot of help from the coaching staff, Wayne himself putting a lot of belief in me to take control of the team, to see them around, as well as my halves partner Kodi and also Milf and Seany, even though they are injured … they're still around and giving me a lot of tips as a young half,” Katoa said.
“Being a Penrith junior, I watched him a lot … his composure, he's so calm when it comes to the big moments,” Katoa said.
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