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Robbie Paul

Robbie Paul!!! - Star signing!

Robbie Paul
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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