Robbie Paul
A man who needs little or no introduction! A superstar of the game, Robbie spent
over a decade at the Bradford Bulls, winning every major honour in the game. New Zealand born, Robbie has represented his
country on numerous occasions. Captain at Bradford, Robbie will be looking at bringing the success he achieved at Bradford
over with him to the Galpharm and make it a personal record of six Grand Final appearances in a row.
Position – Scrum half/stand off/fullback/hooker Rep Honours – 29 games for New Zealand (1995-2005), Lance
Todd Trophy Winner(1996), Opta Super League player of the Year(2003), First player to score try hat-trick in Challenge Cup
Final(1996), Captained Bradford to Challenge Cup win 2003, Super League Grand Final wins 2001 & 2003, World Club Challenge
wins 2002 & 2003 Weight – 87 kilograms Height – 173 cm
Robbie is a true celebrity of Rugby League
having spent 11 successful years with Bradford Bulls where he won every honour in the British game before joining the Giants
last off-season. He is a livewire player possessing tremendous pace, balance and skill, which has resulted in almost legendary
status at Bradford. He captained the Bulls to several trophies, and is also the first ever player to score a hat-trick in
a Challenge Cup final. He will be looking to bring the success of the Bulls across with him to the Giants.
Who has
been the biggest influence on your career to date? Father, brother
Who is the best player you have played with? Brother,
Henry
And the toughest opponent played against? Lockyer
What is your favourite Super League away ground? Headingly
/ KC Stadium
What would you be if you weren't a Rugby League player? Perpetual Art Student
What are your plans
after you have finished your playing career? Get fat, become a professional artist
Funniest thing seen on a rugby field?
Joe Uagana missing a kick at goal in front of the posts
What is your greatest fear? Losing
What is your favourite
film? Pulp fiction
Favourite holiday destination? North New Zealand
Favourite TV programme? 24 / Lost
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